Neptune Pond

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Kent Sevenoaks

England

Neptune Pond

Brasted High Street on the A25 Picture taken from close to the village hall, this village was &#039;saved&#039; by the building of the M25 nearby. — Brasted High Street on the A25 Credit: Nigel Freeman

Neptune Pond, located in Kent County, is a picturesque freshwater marsh that offers a tranquil and serene environment for visitors. Spread across a vast area, it is often referred to as a lake, pool, pond, or marsh due to its diverse characteristics.

The pond is surrounded by lush greenery, including tall reeds, cattails, and various aquatic plants, creating a vibrant ecosystem. The water body itself is relatively shallow, with an average depth ranging from a few feet to a maximum of 15 feet in some areas. This makes it an ideal habitat for a wide range of aquatic species, including fish, turtles, frogs, and various bird species.

The pond's water is primarily sourced from rainwater and runoff, ensuring a constant flow of fresh, clean water. Additionally, it receives some groundwater inflow, which helps maintain its water levels during dry periods. Due to the presence of these water sources, Neptune Pond remains relatively stable throughout the year.

The calm and peaceful ambiance of Neptune Pond makes it a popular spot for nature enthusiasts, birdwatchers, and photographers. Visitors can observe a variety of bird species, including herons, ducks, geese, and songbirds, as they make their homes in the surrounding marshland. The pond also attracts anglers who enjoy fishing for bass, bluegill, and catfish.

Neptune Pond is easily accessible, with a well-maintained walking trail that encircles its perimeter. This allows visitors to explore the pond's diverse flora and fauna while enjoying the scenic views. The pond's natural beauty and diverse ecosystem make it a must-visit destination for nature lovers in Kent County.

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Neptune Pond Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.269095/0.093923035 or Grid Reference TQ4654. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Brasted High Street on the A25

Picture taken from close to the village hall, this village was 'saved' by the building of the M25 nearby.

Nigel Freeman

Westerham and Winston Churchill

The green at Westerham is presided over by Winston who lived at Chartwell, just a few miles away. The far statue is of General James Wolf who lived at Quebec House.

Nigel Freeman

Hosey Common

To the left is French Street, and straight ahead is the road that takes you to Chartwell, the former home of Winston Churchill

Nigel Freeman

Hosey Common signpost

Nigel Freeman

Dovecote at Squerryes Court, Westerham, Kent

Interior wide-angle view of the 18th century dovecote, used to raise "squabs" (fledgling pigeons) with which to feed the household.

Philip Talmage

In Squerryes Park

Walking through the park with Tower Woods to the left

Chris Heaton

Farmland looking towards M25 and North Downs

Over the fields is Brasted village on the busy A25 with the equally busy and noisy M25 motorway beyond that, with the North downs in the distance.

Jean Barrow

The Pilgrim's Way

This minor road, which here roughly parallels the M25 motorway, is on the exact alignment of the ancient Pilgrim's Way from Winchester to Canterbury.

Dr Neil Clifton

St. Martin's Church, Brasted, Kent

This fine parish church is built mainly of the local Kentish ragstone. It occupies a secluded site on the northern edge of the village - and there is even a quiet pub. (the Stanhope Arms) adjoining.

Dr Neil Clifton

Former Westerham Railway, Kent

Once upon a time, and here we're talking around fifty years ago, Westerham had its own railway station. A tank engine, usually a push-pull fitted H Class, trundled two antiquated carriages up and down, some four miles to the junction with the South Eastern main line at Dunton Green, where you could change for a train up to London or down towards the coast at Dover and Hastings. But the line did not pay its way, (they never tried diesel cars here). Part of the line was built over when the M25 was constructed, but this small section towards Westerham escaped that fate and the right-of-way survives as a farm track. Ironically the M25 never gave a direct connection to Westerham, because local residents objected to the planned interchange just north of the town, and drivers are faced with a few miles along the A25 before they can access the motorway.

Dr Neil Clifton

A25 near Brasted Sand Pits, Kent

The opening of the parallel M25 did not mean that the A25 became some quiet backwater. It still carries a great deal of traffic and can become congested, threading its way as it does through Westerham, Brasted and Sundridge. This eastward looking view was taken from the entrance to Brasted Sand Pits.

Dr Neil Clifton

Lodge, Valence School, Westerham, Kent

Valence School is set in beautiful parkland to the south of the A25 near Westerham. Here just a small part of the school grounds and lodge can be seen.

Dr Neil Clifton

A muddy bridleway

It occurred to me as I took this photograph to wonder if anyone goes out taking geographs on horseback? Some use a car, others, especially in urban areas, use public transport. A motor cycle or bicycle is useful. But on this extremely muddy bridleway, which runs westwards from New Road, Sundridge, Kent, a horse would have been the best of all.

Dr Neil Clifton

Road mirrors, Brasted Chart, Kent

Several of the large houses on the east side of Chart Lane have positioned mirrors opposite the exits from their drives, in order to be able to see properly if it is safe to drive their cars out onto the lane. Some three of these mirrors are to be seen in this photograph.

Dr Neil Clifton

Semi-detached houses, Pipers Green Road, Brasted Chart, Kent

Pipers Green Road runs westward for about 350 yards from its junction with Chart Lane as a metalled lane, where it meets Pipers Lane at right angles. This then runs as an unmetalled BOAT, northward and finally north-east to rejoin Chart Lane almost a mile from the end of Pipers Green Road. These semis occupy an enviable position on Pipers Green Road, and have well-tended cottage gardens.

Dr Neil Clifton

Footpath through Hosey Common

This ancient common is, in modern times, almost completely wooded, with beech, maple and hornbeam prominent among the many species. Peaceful pathways, as seen here, run through the wood and, mercifully, there is no evidence of abuse by dog or horse owners here.

Dr Neil Clifton