Dickerson's Pit

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

England

Dickerson's Pit

Milton, All Saints <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.druidic.org/camchurch/churches/milton.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.druidic.org/camchurch/churches/milton.htm">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> — Milton, All Saints Credit: mym

Dickerson's Pit is a picturesque freshwater marsh located in Cambridgeshire, England. With its tranquil surroundings and abundant wildlife, it is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers alike.

Covering an area of approximately 20 acres, this natural gem is characterized by its diverse ecosystem, comprising a lake, pool, pond, and freshwater marsh. The lake, which is the main feature of Dickerson's Pit, spans across a significant portion of the site and provides a habitat for various aquatic species. Its crystal-clear waters are home to a variety of fish, including carp, pike, and perch, making it a haven for anglers.

Adjacent to the lake, a pool and pond can be found, further enriching the biodiversity of the area. These smaller bodies of water attract a plethora of waterfowl, such as ducks, geese, and swans, which can be observed gracefully gliding across the surface. Additionally, the pool and pond provide an essential source of water for the surrounding vegetation, ensuring the marsh remains lush and vibrant.

The freshwater marsh, with its tall reeds and marsh grasses, acts as a vital nesting ground and feeding area for a multitude of bird species. Over 100 different bird species have been recorded in the area, including the iconic kingfisher and the elusive bittern. Visitors can often spot these beautiful creatures perched on branches or soaring above the marsh, making it a birdwatcher's paradise.

Overall, Dickerson's Pit offers a serene and idyllic setting for nature lovers to immerse themselves in the wonders of the natural world. Its diverse aquatic habitats and rich biodiversity make it a must-visit destination for those seeking a tranquil retreat in the heart of Cambridgeshire.

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Dickerson's Pit Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.237374/0.16636892 or Grid Reference TL4862. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

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A14 Cambridge Northern Bypass near Milton

Showing the Jane Coston cycle bridge under construction to the north of the road. Once complete, it was moved into its final position overnight on a set of Mammut tractor units. This photo was taken at sunrise, well before I'm usually awake!

Toby Speight

Fen Ditton

The almshouses and the King's Head

David Gruar

Harvesting wheat near Horningsea

Taken from the lane to Snout Corner

David Gruar

Biggin Abbey

This farmhouse is marked on the map in Olde Worlde writing, and the name suggests it was once a monastery. I'd guess that the present building is more recent, though.

David Gruar

Milton tip

David Gruar

Cambridge Science Park

A large part of Cambridge's economy consists of high-tech industries, many of them located on the Science Park. This is the Conexant building.

David Gruar

The Plough and Fleece, Horningsea

David Gruar

Baits Bite Lock

The Bumps (Cambridge rowing races) start here.

David Gruar

Horningsea old school

Unlike many villages around Cambridge, Horningsea has been protected from development and so no longer supports a sufficient population for a school.

David Gruar

St John's Innovation Centre

One of several business centres built on land on the edge of Cambridge owned by St John's College.

David Gruar

Milton cemetery

Presumably an overflow for the churchyard in the village (see TL4862 : Milton, All Saints).

David Gruar

Milton bypass

The A10 bypass, built in the late 1970s, curves away from the old straight road into Milton village. The trees alongside it are just beginning to change colour.

David Gruar

Shared foot/cycle path, Fen Ditton

This sign means that cyclists can ride on the pavement. As the pavement is so wide and smooth at this point (nearly 2 feet wide outside the house, it seems), there can be no danger of conflict with pedestrians, and cyclists will have no need to ride on the road and annoy drivers who can't get past them because of the traffic-calming chicanes and bollards. Perish the thought that provision for cyclists sometimes requires a bit more than just sticking a sign up...

David Gruar

Milton Junction on the A14

The junction is on the important commuter route into Cambridge from Ely, and also serves the Science Park, so it causes long tailbacks onto the A14 most days. Work is currently underway to increase capacity by adding extra lanes for traffic turning left. The junction is in the very corner of this gridsquare and the southbound overbridge is just outside it, as are the buildings in the background.

David Gruar