Elney Lake

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Cambridgeshire South Cambridgeshire

England

Elney Lake

Holywell Church, Cambs Aptly named, there is indeed a holy well within the church grounds, which flows into the nearby Great Ouse.
Holywell Church, Cambs Credit: Alan Simkins

Elney Lake is a picturesque body of water located in Cambridgeshire, England. It is widely regarded as one of the most remarkable natural features in the region. With a surface area of approximately 10 hectares, the lake is a popular recreational spot for locals and tourists alike.

Characterized by its calm and serene atmosphere, Elney Lake is surrounded by lush greenery and offers breathtaking views. Its crystal-clear waters host a rich variety of aquatic life, making it a popular destination for fishing enthusiasts. Anglers can cast their lines and try their luck in catching various species of fish, including perch, pike, and roach.

The lake also serves as a haven for birdwatchers, thanks to its diverse bird population. Visitors can spot a wide range of species, such as herons, ducks, and swans, gracefully gliding across the water or nesting along the lake's banks.

Adjacent to the lake, a freshwater marsh provides additional opportunities for exploration and wildlife observation. This marshland, characterized by its wet and marshy terrain, is home to numerous species of plants and animals, including reeds, sedges, and dragonflies. It provides an important habitat for many bird species and serves as a feeding ground for migratory birds during certain seasons.

Elney Lake is a cherished natural treasure in Cambridgeshire, offering a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Whether one is interested in fishing, birdwatching, or simply enjoying the beauty of nature, this idyllic lake and its surrounding marshland provide a delightful experience for all who visit.

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Elney Lake Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.306682/-0.044268248 or Grid Reference TL3369. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Holywell Church, Cambs Aptly named, there is indeed a holy well within the church grounds, which flows into the nearby Great Ouse.
Holywell Church, Cambs
Aptly named, there is indeed a holy well within the church grounds, which flows into the nearby Great Ouse.
Disused railway bridge across the River Great Ouse near St Ives The railway line has not been used since about 1970 and only the track bed remains in this section. This route is to become a new Guided busway in the future.
Disused railway bridge across the River Great Ouse near St Ives
The railway line has not been used since about 1970 and only the track bed remains in this section. This route is to become a new Guided busway in the future.
The Ferry Boat Inn and Public House, Holywell Reputed to be the oldest Inn/Pub in Cambridgeshire.
The Ferry Boat Inn and Public House, Holywell
Reputed to be the oldest Inn/Pub in Cambridgeshire.
Conger Lane near Holywell This is where Parson's Drove meets Conger Lane, the latter crossing the stream and heading South as seen in the picture.
Conger Lane near Holywell
This is where Parson's Drove meets Conger Lane, the latter crossing the stream and heading South as seen in the picture.
Conger Lane heading up the hill towards Holywell Conger Lane viewed from the junction with Parson's Drove and the point at which the lane veers South across the stream. At this point it heads up the hill towards Holywell.
Conger Lane heading up the hill towards Holywell
Conger Lane viewed from the junction with Parson's Drove and the point at which the lane veers South across the stream. At this point it heads up the hill towards Holywell.
Conger Lane from Holywell This is where Conger Lane starts/ends at Holywell. From here is goes down the hill with Manor farm fields on the right.
Conger Lane from Holywell
This is where Conger Lane starts/ends at Holywell. From here is goes down the hill with Manor farm fields on the right.
Manor Farm Holywell
Manor Farm Holywell
Footpath and road from Holywell towards Needingworth
Footpath and road from Holywell towards Needingworth
Lane to Engineer's Wood and Holywell Spinney
Lane to Engineer's Wood and Holywell Spinney
Car Park for Millfield Playing Fields
Car Park for Millfield Playing Fields
Manor Farm fields, Needingworth
Manor Farm fields, Needingworth
Footpath Alongside one of the gravel pits, there is a good network of public footpaths around Fen Drayton.
Footpath
Alongside one of the gravel pits, there is a good network of public footpaths around Fen Drayton.
River Great Ouse At the mouth of a small stream that passes through the Fen Drayton gravel pit complex.
River Great Ouse
At the mouth of a small stream that passes through the Fen Drayton gravel pit complex.
Male Banded Demoiselle (Calopteryx splendens) Alongside the River Great Ouse, slow flowing rivers with a large amount of aquatic vegetation along the bank are the normal habitat of the Banded Demoiselle, Calopteryx splendens.
Male Banded Demoiselle (Calopteryx splendens)
Alongside the River Great Ouse, slow flowing rivers with a large amount of aquatic vegetation along the bank are the normal habitat of the Banded Demoiselle, Calopteryx splendens.
Ditch through Fen Drayton gravel pits Just as it joins the River Great Ouse. The water levels were quite high after recent rain.
Ditch through Fen Drayton gravel pits
Just as it joins the River Great Ouse. The water levels were quite high after recent rain.
Flowing towards the Great Ouse From a bridge over Covell's Drain.
Flowing towards the Great Ouse
From a bridge over Covell's Drain.
River Great Ouse From the riverside path.
River Great Ouse
From the riverside path.
Car park at Holywell ferry There is no longer a ferry service here but there is a picturesque pub. Picture shows river Great Ouse.
Car park at Holywell ferry
There is no longer a ferry service here but there is a picturesque pub. Picture shows river Great Ouse.
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Elney Lake is located at Grid Ref: TL3369 (Lat: 52.306682, Lng: -0.044268248)

Administrative County: Cambridgeshire

District: South Cambridgeshire

Police Authority: Cambridgeshire

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Nearby Amenities

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Leisure: bird_hide
Tourism: viewpoint
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Barrier: kissing_gate
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Barrier: kissing_gate
Lat/Long: 52.3038583/-0.0424394
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Bench
Backrest: yes
Fixme: confirm location (I had no gps)
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Roman Villa
Historic: archaeological_site
Note: Trial excavations August 2015
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Crossing
Lat/Long: 52.3102823/-0.0463244
Bench
Backrest: yes
Material: wood
Lat/Long: 52.3092786/-0.0420864
Bench
Backrest: yes
Material: wood
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Bench
Backrest: no
Material: wood
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Low Hill bowl barrow
Access: private
Archaeological Site: tumulus
Description: The mound of Low Hill barrow, preserved as a prominent earthwork, stands 1m high and covers an area approximately 30m in diameter. Its ditch, from which earth was dug in the construction of the mound, has become infilled and is no longer visible above gro
Historic: archaeological_site
Historic Civilization: neolithic
Lat/Long: 52.3084667/-0.0456721
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.3026981/-0.0462001
Direction: 110
Tourism: viewpoint
Lat/Long: 52.3080414/-0.0472328
Bench
Backrest: no
Material: wood
Lat/Long: 52.3080383/-0.0472546
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