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Fairmead Pond

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Essex Epping Forest

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Fairmead Pond

Bury Wood, Epping Forest (1)
Bury Wood, Epping Forest (1) Credit: Stephen Richards

Fairmead Pond, located in Essex, is a picturesque body of water that offers a tranquil retreat for nature enthusiasts. Nestled within the stunning landscape of the county, this freshwater pond is a popular destination for locals and visitors alike.

Covering an area of approximately 5 acres, Fairmead Pond is a small yet charming water body. Surrounded by lush vegetation and diverse wildlife, it serves as an important habitat for numerous species. The pond supports a variety of aquatic plants, creating a vibrant and colorful ecosystem. It is also home to an array of fish, including perch, roach, and tench, making it a favorite spot for anglers.

Fairmead Pond features a gently sloping bank, providing easy access for fishing and recreational activities. The calm and serene atmosphere makes it an ideal location for picnics, leisurely walks, and birdwatching. Visitors can often spot an assortment of waterfowl, such as ducks, swans, and herons, gracefully gliding across the surface of the water.

The pond is surrounded by a network of footpaths, offering visitors the opportunity to explore the surrounding countryside and enjoy the scenic views. It is also a popular spot for photography enthusiasts, who are drawn to the picturesque landscape and the reflections of the surrounding trees on the calm water.

Fairmead Pond is a true gem of Essex, offering a peaceful retreat for those seeking solace in nature. Whether it's fishing, birdwatching, or simply enjoying a leisurely stroll, this freshwater pond provides a delightful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.650444/0.035803582 or Grid Reference TQ4096. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bury Wood, Epping Forest (1)
Bury Wood, Epping Forest (1)
Bury Wood, Epping Forest (2)
Bury Wood, Epping Forest (2)
The Owl public house, Loughton Visited during a walk in Epping Forest. A nice setting and fine inside but not the most architecturally distinguished building.
The Owl public house, Loughton
Visited during a walk in Epping Forest. A nice setting and fine inside but not the most architecturally distinguished building.
Looking down Lippitts Hill, November 2023 The leaves are only now starting to turn in mid November, possibly due to a warm October.
Looking down Lippitts Hill, November 2023
The leaves are only now starting to turn in mid November, possibly due to a warm October.
Connaught Water The construction of this eight-acre ornamental lake started in 1883. It was enlarged in 1893 and the two islands made. Before this transformation, the area consisted of a small swampy pool fed by the drainage from Hill Wood, Fairmead Bottom and Thicket. The aim of the Conservators in the early days was to drain the Forest to improve it for Commoners' cattle and to increase access safely. The new lake was named after the newly appointed first Ranger of the Forest, the Duke of Connaught. The catchment area of Connaught Water is the woodland and plains northwards to High Beach from where the water is concentrated into two streams entering at the NE and NW corners of the lake.
Connaught Water
The construction of this eight-acre ornamental lake started in 1883. It was enlarged in 1893 and the two islands made. Before this transformation, the area consisted of a small swampy pool fed by the drainage from Hill Wood, Fairmead Bottom and Thicket. The aim of the Conservators in the early days was to drain the Forest to improve it for Commoners' cattle and to increase access safely. The new lake was named after the newly appointed first Ranger of the Forest, the Duke of Connaught. The catchment area of Connaught Water is the woodland and plains northwards to High Beach from where the water is concentrated into two streams entering at the NE and NW corners of the lake.
Horse paddock, High Beach Looking down off the Epping Forest ridge into the Lea valley
Horse paddock, High Beach
Looking down off the Epping Forest ridge into the Lea valley
High Beach Church High Beach Church in Epping Forest.
High Beach Church
High Beach Church in Epping Forest.
Epping Forest From Baldwins Hill Within the M25!
Epping Forest From Baldwins Hill
Within the M25!
Bench in Epping Forest from Baldwins Hill
Bench in Epping Forest from Baldwins Hill
Loughton Library Near to the library, there is a swimming pool, playground, car park and High Street.
Loughton Library
Near to the library, there is a swimming pool, playground, car park and High Street.
The Robin Hood The Robin Hood roundabout is a major landmark on the Epping New Road, which runs through Epping Forest. For motorists (at least), this might be considered the centre point of the forest.
The Robin Hood
The Robin Hood roundabout is a major landmark on the Epping New Road, which runs through Epping Forest. For motorists (at least), this might be considered the centre point of the forest.
Earl's Path Pond This pond is the remains of 19th Century gravel workings. It is beside the Earl's Path and the Three Forests Way. The larger pond further South at Strawberry Hill is more attractive and is surrounded by woodland. Much of the woodland here is not "ancient", but has recovered after clearances.
Earl's Path Pond
This pond is the remains of 19th Century gravel workings. It is beside the Earl's Path and the Three Forests Way. The larger pond further South at Strawberry Hill is more attractive and is surrounded by woodland. Much of the woodland here is not "ancient", but has recovered after clearances.
Qvist's Oak on Warren Hill There are some fine, ancient pollarded oaks here. This is a high point on the Three Forests Way.
Qvist's Oak on Warren Hill
There are some fine, ancient pollarded oaks here. This is a high point on the Three Forests Way.
Old oak pollard on Warren Hill This is close to Qvist's oak. There are many other strange looking old pollards nearby.
Old oak pollard on Warren Hill
This is close to Qvist's oak. There are many other strange looking old pollards nearby.
Double decker bus on the High Road Taken at the junction with Ollards Grove and Old Station Rd. There are some good examples of suburban architecture nearby, but this part of the High Rd is not very attractive.
Double decker bus on the High Road
Taken at the junction with Ollards Grove and Old Station Rd. There are some good examples of suburban architecture nearby, but this part of the High Rd is not very attractive.
Fairmead Bottom Looking towards Fairmead Pond with the Epping New Road beyond. This area is now grazed by longhorn cattle as part of the Epping Forest management regime.
Fairmead Bottom
Looking towards Fairmead Pond with the Epping New Road beyond. This area is now grazed by longhorn cattle as part of the Epping Forest management regime.
Epping Forest near Rushey Plain hut Beech and oak are the main trees here. Many of the beeches are old, rather degenerate pollards. The large example here is partly collapsed.
Epping Forest near Rushey Plain hut
Beech and oak are the main trees here. Many of the beeches are old, rather degenerate pollards. The large example here is partly collapsed.
The Information Centre The Information Centre is part of the Epping Forest Field Centre complex at High Beach.
The Information Centre
The Information Centre is part of the Epping Forest Field Centre complex at High Beach.
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Fairmead Pond is located at Grid Ref: TQ4096 (Lat: 51.650444, Lng: 0.035803582)

Administrative County: Essex

District: Epping Forest

Police Authority: Essex

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