Barker's Pond

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Norfolk King's Lynn and West Norfolk

England

Barker's Pond

Snettisham railway station (site), Norfolk Opened in 1862 by the Lynn & Hunstanton Railway, later part of the Great Eastern Railway, this station closed in 1969.
View south west towards the forecourt, centre left. The former goods shed is to  the right. Both have been incorporated into a housing development. The double track railway was behind the station building and there were two parallel platforms, one towards Hunstanton (right) and one towards King's Lynn (left).
Snettisham railway station (site), Norfolk Credit: Nigel Thompson

Barker's Pond is a freshwater pond located in Norfolk, England. It is a well-known natural attraction in the region, offering a serene and picturesque setting for visitors to enjoy. With its diverse ecosystem, the pond attracts a variety of wildlife, making it a popular spot for nature enthusiasts.

Covering an area of approximately 5 acres, Barker's Pond is surrounded by lush vegetation, including reeds, grasses, and trees, creating a vibrant and peaceful environment. The pond is fed by natural springs and rainfall, ensuring a constant flow of freshwater throughout the year.

The water in Barker's Pond is crystal clear, allowing visitors to observe the diverse aquatic life that inhabits the pond. Fish such as carp, perch, and roach can be spotted swimming in the shallows, while waterfowl like ducks and swans can be seen gliding gracefully across the surface.

The pond also serves as a habitat for a variety of birds, including herons, kingfishers, and warblers, attracting birdwatchers from near and far. The surrounding marshland provides a nesting ground for many bird species, making it an important area for conservation efforts.

Barker's Pond offers several recreational activities for visitors to enjoy. Fishing is a popular pastime, with anglers trying their luck to catch the abundant fish. Additionally, the tranquil surroundings make it an ideal spot for picnics, walking, and simply unwinding in nature.

Overall, Barker's Pond is a natural gem in Norfolk, offering a diverse ecosystem, beautiful scenery, and opportunities for both relaxation and wildlife observation.

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Barker's Pond Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.878267/0.50863298 or Grid Reference TF6834. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Snettisham railway station (site), Norfolk Opened in 1862 by the Lynn & Hunstanton Railway, later part of the Great Eastern Railway, this station closed in 1969.
View south west towards the forecourt, centre left. The former goods shed is to  the right. Both have been incorporated into a housing development. The double track railway was behind the station building and there were two parallel platforms, one towards Hunstanton (right) and one towards King's Lynn (left).
Snettisham railway station (site), Norfolk
Opened in 1862 by the Lynn & Hunstanton Railway, later part of the Great Eastern Railway, this station closed in 1969. View south west towards the forecourt, centre left. The former goods shed is to the right. Both have been incorporated into a housing development. The double track railway was behind the station building and there were two parallel platforms, one towards Hunstanton (right) and one towards King's Lynn (left).
St Mary's church in Snettisham, Norfolk
St Mary's church in Snettisham, Norfolk
The Rose & Crown
The Rose & Crown
St Mary's Church
St Mary's Church
Station Road
Station Road
Station Road
Station Road
Old Milestone by B1440, by No.122 The Milestone is located on the verge on the East of the road.  Parish of Ingoldisthorpe (Kings Lynn and West Norfolk District). Metal plate attached to stone post, Lynn metal number design, erected in the 19th Century. Large piece of stone missing LHS exposing '1' and lead fixing. An earlier photograph can be found here: <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6044153" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6044153">Link</a> 

Inscription reads:-  10  

Milestone Society National ID: NO_KLW10
Old Milestone by B1440, by No.122
The Milestone is located on the verge on the East of the road.  Parish of Ingoldisthorpe (Kings Lynn and West Norfolk District). Metal plate attached to stone post, Lynn metal number design, erected in the 19th Century. Large piece of stone missing LHS exposing '1' and lead fixing. An earlier photograph can be found here: Link  Inscription reads:- 10 Milestone Society National ID: NO_KLW10
Old Milestone by B1440, 25yds North of Suffolk House The Milestone is located against carrstone & brick wall, in pavement on the West of the road.  Parish of Snettisham (Kings Lynn and West Norfolk District). Metal plate attached to stone post, Lynn metal number design, erected in the 19th Century. Stone v. eroded, metal numbers proud by 3.5cm. An earlier photograph can be found here: <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6050437" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6050437">Link</a> 

Inscription reads:-  11  

Milestone Society National ID: NO_KLW11
Old Milestone by B1440, 25yds North of Suffolk House
The Milestone is located against carrstone & brick wall, in pavement on the West of the road.  Parish of Snettisham (Kings Lynn and West Norfolk District). Metal plate attached to stone post, Lynn metal number design, erected in the 19th Century. Stone v. eroded, metal numbers proud by 3.5cm. An earlier photograph can be found here: Link  Inscription reads:- 11 Milestone Society National ID: NO_KLW11
Rush hour in Snettisham
Rush hour in Snettisham
St Michael & All Angels, Ingoldisthorpe: late September 2023
St Michael & All Angels, Ingoldisthorpe: late September 2023
St Mary, Snettisham: churchyard (1)
St Mary, Snettisham: churchyard (1)
Delightful post box topper in Alma Road
Delightful post box topper in Alma Road
Looking west-southwest in Alma Road
Looking west-southwest in Alma Road
St Mary, Snettisham: churchyard (2)
St Mary, Snettisham: churchyard (2)
St Mary, Snettisham: churchyard (3)
St Mary, Snettisham: churchyard (3)
St Mary, Snettisham: churchyard (4)
St Mary, Snettisham: churchyard (4)
St Mary, Snettisham: churchyard (5)
St Mary, Snettisham: churchyard (5)
St Mary, Snettisham: churchyard (6)
St Mary, Snettisham: churchyard (6)
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Barker's Pond is located at Grid Ref: TF6834 (Lat: 52.878267, Lng: 0.50863298)

Administrative County: Norfolk

District: King's Lynn and West Norfolk

Police Authority: Norfolk

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Located within 500m of 52.878267,0.50863298
Crossing
Crossing: traffic_signals
Crossing Ref: pelican
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 52.8792068/0.5026728
Fixme: Does a Public Footpath head N from here?
Note: Definitive Statement and historic OS 1:25 suggests Snettisham FP 9 ends here
Lat/Long: 52.8780202/0.5053482
Bus Stop
Grapes, adj
Naptan AtcoCode: 2900S292
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Naptan CommonName: Grapes
Naptan Indicator: adj
Naptan Landmark: Grapes Public House
Naptan Locality: Snettisham
Naptan NaptanCode: nfodtjpw
Naptan Street: Lynn Road
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 52.8794404/0.5023983
Bus Stop
Grapes, opp
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Naptan CommonName: Grapes
Naptan Indicator: opp
Naptan Landmark: Grapes Public House
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Naptan NaptanCode: nfodtjta
Naptan Street: Lynn Road
Naptan Verified: no
Shelter: yes
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 52.8794193/0.5025457
Entrance: main
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Fixme: Does a Public Footpath head S from here?
Note: Definitive Statement and historic OS 1:25 suggests Snettisham FP 9 starts here
Lat/Long: 52.8794962/0.5049539
Torc Books
Addr Street: Hall Road
Shop: books
Lat/Long: 52.8790635/0.5031918
Pharmacy
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The Norfolk Hospice
Addr Housenumber: 41
Addr Postcode: PE31 7LR
Addr Street: Lynn Road
Opening Hours: Mo-Sa 10:00-16:00
Opening Hours Url: https://www.norfolkhospice.org.uk/pages/our-shops/our-shop-locations.php
Phone: +44 1485543250
Shop: charity
Website: https://www.norfolkhospice.org.uk/pages/our-shops/our-shop-locations.php
Lat/Long: 52.8791279/0.5025574
Office: financial
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Cutting Crew
Addr Housenumber: 45
Addr Postcode: PE31 7LR
Addr Street: Lynn Road
Phone: +44 1485541289
Shop: hairdresser
Wikidata: Q26445880
Lat/Long: 52.8789417/0.5027264
Hall Farm
Place: farm
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Manor Farm
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Park Farm
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Lat/Long: 52.876187/0.5090075
Snettisham Park
Place: locality
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Sutton Fields
Place: locality
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Snettisham
Phone: +44 1485542425
Tourism: caravan_site
Lat/Long: 52.8755939/0.5109314
Snettisham
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Postal Code: PE31
Website: http://www.norfolk-on-line.co.uk/snettisham/pages/index.php
Wikidata: Q999768
Wikipedia: en:Snettisham
Lat/Long: 52.8763478/0.5018936
Site of Roman Villa
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Website: http://www.heritage.norfolk.gov.uk/record-details?MNF1514-Park-Piece-Roman-Villa
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Parking
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Bench
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Entrance: yes
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Entrance: yes
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Bench
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Bench
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Location Transition: yes
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Give Way
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Give Way
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Description: Tall stone wheel cross atop a square engraved base, within railings.
Historic: memorial
Inscription: This Monument was Erected by Public Subscriptions in Memory of the Men From This Parish Who Sacrificed Their Lives in the Great War 1914-1918 (44 mens names engraved) and 1939-1945 (15 mens names engraved).
Memorial: war_memorial
Website: https://www.warmemorialsonline.org.uk/memorial/138730/
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Bench
Backrest: yes
Inscription: yes
Material: wood
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Bench
Snettisham
Artwork Type: print
Backrest: yes
Inscription: The Snettisham Treasure / St Mary's Church / The Common / Sailing from the beach
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Material: wood;metal
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Tourism: artwork
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Give Way
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Power: pole
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Power: pole
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Power: pole
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Power: pole
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Power: pole
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Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.8753563/0.5142948
Access: yes
Motor Vehicle: no
Note: see Note 2678199 for further detail.
Lat/Long: 52.8786249/0.5031804
Public Bookcase
Book Swap
Booth: K6
Disused Amenity: telephone
Man Made: telephone_box
Public Bookcase Type: phone_box
Lat/Long: 52.8794584/0.5025788
Cafe
The Old Store
Addr City: King's Lynn
Addr Housename: Pedlars Mews
Addr Housenumber: 5
Addr Parentstreet: School Road
Addr Postcode: PE31 7XQ
Addr Street: Pedlars Mews
Addr Village: Snettisham
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Fhrs Id: 1384424
Opening Hours: We-Sa 8:00-15:00,17:30-22:30; Su 9:00-15:00
Source Addr: FHRS Open Data
Website: https://www.theoldstorenorfolk.co.uk/
Lat/Long: 52.8788442/0.5031603
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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