Werrington Lakes

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Northamptonshire

England

Werrington Lakes

Glinton Village Centre Glinton village lies to the north of Peterborough. The road used to be the main A15 heading north from the city but a new bypass has now taken the traffic away to the west of the village. The spire of St Benedict&#039;s church can be seen in the distance. — Glinton Village Centre Credit: Mike Bardill

Werrington Lakes is a picturesque freshwater habitat located in Northamptonshire, England. Comprising of a lake, pool, pond, and freshwater marsh, this natural landscape offers a diverse range of flora and fauna.

The main attraction of Werrington Lakes is the lake itself, which spans over an area of 10 hectares. It is surrounded by lush greenery, creating a serene and tranquil environment. The lake is home to various species of fish, including common carp, roach, and perch, making it a popular spot for fishing enthusiasts.

Adjacent to the lake is a smaller pool, which serves as a breeding ground for amphibians and other aquatic creatures. This pool provides a safe haven for several species of frogs, toads, and newts, and is a vital part of the local ecosystem.

The pond at Werrington Lakes is a haven for birdwatchers, as it attracts a wide variety of waterfowl. Species such as mallards, tufted ducks, and coots can be spotted here, especially during the migratory seasons. The surrounding vegetation provides nesting sites for these birds, making it an ideal breeding ground.

Lastly, the freshwater marsh completes the ecosystem at Werrington Lakes. This wetland area is characterized by its abundant reed beds, which provide shelter and food for a range of bird species. It is a habitat for reed warblers, sedge warblers, and various wading birds, making it a haven for bird enthusiasts.

Overall, Werrington Lakes is a scenic and diverse natural habitat that offers a range of recreational activities such as fishing, birdwatching, and nature walks. It serves as an important ecosystem for a variety of wildlife, making it a valuable asset to the Northamptonshire region.

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Werrington Lakes Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.633496/-0.27627387 or Grid Reference TF1605. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Glinton Village Centre

Glinton village lies to the north of Peterborough. The road used to be the main A15 heading north from the city but a new bypass has now taken the traffic away to the west of the village. The spire of St Benedict's church can be seen in the distance.

Mike Bardill

Track next to A15 near Glinton

The busy A15 dual carriageway to the northwest of Peterborough is behind the hedge on the right. This track follows the side of the road and joins up with a minor road leading to the industrial units seen in the distance.

Mike Bardill

Werrington Bridge Road

Werrington Bridge Road has the characteristic roller coaster effect that most fen roads display.

Michael Patterson

Drain at Milking Nook

Milking Nook is on the very western edge of the fens. The red and white pole add a dash of colour to an otherwise green and brown landscape.

Michael Patterson

Car Dyke and Farm Road

Part of Car Dyke Roman canal with a road to Lowlands Farm.

Michael Patterson

St Pega, Peakirk

A unique dedication to this saint, a sister to St Guthlac at nearby Crowland Abbey

Chris Stafford

St Benedict Glinton

Chris Stafford

Information board on the Green Wheel near Glinton

This information board explains the link between the rural poet John Clare (1793-1864) and the village of Glinton. Born into a poor farming family in Helpston, a few miles to the west, he went to school in Glinton in 1803. Here he met Mary Joyce who allegedly become the love of his life and they used to meet by the bridge in TF1506 : Bridge at Glinton. They never married, John marrying Martha Turner in 1820 and having 9 children. Mary died a spinster in 1838 and is buried in the church in Glinton. The iron bridge in the background carries the footpath and Green Wheel cycle route over the Brook Drain which meets the South Drain here.

Kate Jewell

Bridge at Glinton

This bridge carries North Fen Road over South Drain. This is on the route of the Green Wheel cycle trail. There are numerous information boards along the route. See TF1506 : Information board on the Green Wheel near Glinton for detail of the one here.

Kate Jewell

South Drain near Glinton

Although not a public footpath there were several walkers along the drain embankment. The land is owned by the environment agency and there are notices requesting that dogs are kept on leads. There are also warnings than any grazing horses, sheep and cattle on the embankments will be removed and disposed of if not claimed within 48 hours.

Kate Jewell

Leaving Glinton

This is North Fen Road.

Kate Jewell

Permissive footpath off Peakirk Road

This substantial wooden bridge and stile give access to the permissive footpath through the wood to Mile Drove and the public footpath link to Northborough.

Kate Jewell

Farmland off Peakirk Road

The bridge, centre distance, carries the A15 over the Peterborough to Spalding railway line.

Kate Jewell

Folly River

Looking downstream from the bridge at Folly Bank Crossing: Folly River is really a drain collecting water from Car Dyke and South Drain before it flows into the River Welland in TF1707 The brick building in the distance is the pumping house at the sluice in that square.

Kate Jewell