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William Girling Reservoir

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Essex

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William Girling Reservoir

Pylons by Lea Valley Road, Ponders End
Pylons by Lea Valley Road, Ponders End Credit: David Howard

William Girling Reservoir is a large freshwater body located in Essex, England. It is a man-made reservoir that was constructed in the mid-20th century to supply water to the surrounding areas. The reservoir covers an area of approximately 135 hectares and has a capacity of around 3 million cubic meters.

The reservoir is surrounded by picturesque countryside, offering a tranquil and scenic environment for visitors. It serves as a popular destination for outdoor activities such as fishing, birdwatching, and walking. The reservoir is well-known for its diverse bird population, with over 200 species being spotted throughout the year, including herons, grebes, and various species of ducks and geese.

The waters of William Girling Reservoir are home to a variety of fish species, including carp, pike, and bream, making it a favored spot among anglers. Fishing permits are available for purchase, allowing visitors to enjoy a day of peaceful fishing.

Additionally, the reservoir acts as a vital habitat for various aquatic plants and wildlife. Its freshwater marshes and ponds provide a suitable environment for the growth of reeds, rushes, and water lilies. These habitats support a wide range of insects, amphibians, and small mammals, creating a thriving ecosystem.

Overall, William Girling Reservoir offers a serene and picturesque setting, making it an ideal location for nature enthusiasts, anglers, and those seeking a peaceful escape amidst the beauty of Essex's countryside.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.631394/-0.025594 or Grid Reference TQ3694. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Pylons by Lea Valley Road, Ponders End
Pylons by Lea Valley Road, Ponders End
Pole Hill, Chingford Green There is a trig point on the left and the obelisk on the right was a sighting point due north of Greenwich observatory. However, following a readjustment of the prime meridian it is now 19' to the east of it. The lower plaque refers to its geographical function and the upper plaque reveals that the land here was once owned by T E Lawrence. This is part of Epping Forest.
Pole Hill, Chingford Green
There is a trig point on the left and the obelisk on the right was a sighting point due north of Greenwich observatory. However, following a readjustment of the prime meridian it is now 19' to the east of it. The lower plaque refers to its geographical function and the upper plaque reveals that the land here was once owned by T E Lawrence. This is part of Epping Forest.
Chingford, All Saints
Chingford, All Saints
King George's Reservoir Taken from the towpath of the River Lee Navigation. Sheep keeping the grass under control on the banks of the southern of the two King George's Reservoirs, opened by George V in 1913. The River Lea itself is on the other side of the reservoirs.
King George's Reservoir
Taken from the towpath of the River Lee Navigation. Sheep keeping the grass under control on the banks of the southern of the two King George's Reservoirs, opened by George V in 1913. The River Lea itself is on the other side of the reservoirs.
Nightingale Road, Edmonton (N9) Typical short terraces of houses
Nightingale Road, Edmonton (N9)
Typical short terraces of houses
North-South Routes The railway line from London Liverpool Street to Cambridge, together with the A1055 Meridian Way, still often called by its name when planned, the North-South Route, or simply "the new road". There is housing (mainly flats) to the west, and industry to the east. The skyscrapers of the City of London are visible on the horizon.
North-South Routes
The railway line from London Liverpool Street to Cambridge, together with the A1055 Meridian Way, still often called by its name when planned, the North-South Route, or simply "the new road". There is housing (mainly flats) to the west, and industry to the east. The skyscrapers of the City of London are visible on the horizon.
Sewage works
Sewage works
Leisure Complex off Meridian Way This complex already has some demolition being carried out plus new foundations going in . There is also a golf range and a caravan site.
Leisure Complex off Meridian Way
This complex already has some demolition being carried out plus new foundations going in . There is also a golf range and a caravan site.
Picketts Lock on the Lee Navigation. The old man in the picture lives in the cottage across the canal but unfortunately seems impervious to the sight of litter.
Picketts Lock on the Lee Navigation.
The old man in the picture lives in the cottage across the canal but unfortunately seems impervious to the sight of litter.
Water for Londoners, Picketts Lock The huge embankment with the rescue equipment on the skyline holds the water supply for north London
Water for Londoners, Picketts Lock
The huge embankment with the rescue equipment on the skyline holds the water supply for north London
Chingford Rugby Club The football ground is sandwiched between the bypass and the river Lee. A golf range is being redeveloped alongside the ground.
Chingford Rugby Club
The football ground is sandwiched between the bypass and the river Lee. A golf range is being redeveloped alongside the ground.
Shopping Parade at Chingford Green crossroads The Mansard roof construction is rather unusual above shops but obviously the developer thought it would be worthwhile.
Shopping Parade at Chingford Green crossroads
The Mansard roof construction is rather unusual above shops but obviously the developer thought it would be worthwhile.
Pylons and canal, Edmonton Pylon lines leading from Brimsdown power station dominate this peaceful scene on the Lee and Stort Navigation, just north of Picketts Lock, looking north.
Pylons and canal, Edmonton
Pylon lines leading from Brimsdown power station dominate this peaceful scene on the Lee and Stort Navigation, just north of Picketts Lock, looking north.
Ponders End Lock Ponders End Lock on the Lee and Stort Navigation. looking north with A110 road bridge beyond.
Ponders End Lock
Ponders End Lock on the Lee and Stort Navigation. looking north with A110 road bridge beyond.
Alf Saggs, Lock-keeper, Picketts Lock Alf says he was having a good sweep-up ready for Christmas.
Alf Saggs, Lock-keeper, Picketts Lock
Alf says he was having a good sweep-up ready for Christmas.
Multicoloured Apartments, Ponders End Four colourful apartment blocks at Ponders End, seen from across the Lee and Stort Navigation.
Multicoloured Apartments, Ponders End
Four colourful apartment blocks at Ponders End, seen from across the Lee and Stort Navigation.
Chingford Mount Cemetery A burial place since 1884, Chingford Mount Cemetery is still in use but also provides interesting walks in the woodlands.
Chingford Mount Cemetery
A burial place since 1884, Chingford Mount Cemetery is still in use but also provides interesting walks in the woodlands.
Unnecessary Advertisement ? This is Old Church Road, E4, looking north up the hill with the trees of Chingford Mount cemetery visible centre right. You wouldn't have thought there was any need to advertise the item promoted in the right foreground.
Unnecessary Advertisement ?
This is Old Church Road, E4, looking north up the hill with the trees of Chingford Mount cemetery visible centre right. You wouldn't have thought there was any need to advertise the item promoted in the right foreground.
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William Girling Reservoir is located at Grid Ref: TQ3694 (Lat: 51.631394, Lng: -0.025594)

Unitary Authority: Enfield

Police Authority: Metropolitan

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