Old Squaw Lake

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Norfolk North Norfolk

England

Old Squaw Lake

Fakenham Industrial Estate
Fakenham Industrial Estate Credit: Hugh Venables

Old Squaw Lake is a small freshwater body located in Norfolk, England. It measures approximately 2 hectares in size and is characterized by its serene and picturesque surroundings. The lake is nestled amidst lush greenery and is surrounded by a diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers.

The lake is known for its crystal-clear waters, which are fed by natural springs and rainwater runoff. It is relatively shallow, with an average depth of around 2 meters, and its sandy bottom provides a habitat for various aquatic plants and animals. The lake is also home to an abundant population of fish, including carp, perch, and roach, making it a favorite spot for anglers.

In addition to its recreational value, Old Squaw Lake serves an essential ecological role as a freshwater marsh. It provides a habitat for numerous bird species, including ducks, swans, and herons, which can often be spotted gliding gracefully across the water or nesting in the surrounding vegetation. The marshy areas around the lake are also home to a variety of amphibians, such as frogs and newts, as well as small mammals like voles and shrews.

Access to Old Squaw Lake is restricted to maintain its natural beauty and protect its delicate ecosystem. Visitors can admire the lake from designated viewing points or explore the nearby walking trails that offer panoramic views of the surroundings. With its tranquil ambiance and diverse wildlife, Old Squaw Lake is truly a hidden gem for nature lovers in Norfolk.

If you have any feedback on the listing, please let us know in the comments section below.

Old Squaw Lake Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.822716/0.88480172 or Grid Reference TF9428. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Fakenham Industrial Estate
Fakenham Industrial Estate
Toolstation, Fakenham Industrial Estate
Toolstation, Fakenham Industrial Estate
The Millennium Garden, Pensthorpe Natural Park
The Millennium Garden, Pensthorpe Natural Park
The 'Kingfisher Bridge', Pensthorpe Natural Park
The 'Kingfisher Bridge', Pensthorpe Natural Park
Fakenham East railway station (site), Norfolk Opened in 1849 by the Eastern Counties Railway, later part of the Great Eastern Railway, on the line from Wymondham to Wells, this station closed in 1964. Goods trains carried on until around 1980 when the track was lifted.
View north west approximately along the single platform which had the track to the right of it. The station buildings would have been just behind the current bungalow, and beyond that, a level crossing for Norwich Road. As can be seen, the site has been redeveloped as a housing estate.
Fakenham East railway station (site), Norfolk
Opened in 1849 by the Eastern Counties Railway, later part of the Great Eastern Railway, on the line from Wymondham to Wells, this station closed in 1964. Goods trains carried on until around 1980 when the track was lifted. View north west approximately along the single platform which had the track to the right of it. The station buildings would have been just behind the current bungalow, and beyond that, a level crossing for Norwich Road. As can be seen, the site has been redeveloped as a housing estate.
Fakenham Industrial Estate
Fakenham Industrial Estate
Marston & Langinger, Fakenham Industrial Estate
Marston & Langinger, Fakenham Industrial Estate
Abandoned field, Great Ryburgh
Abandoned field, Great Ryburgh
Old marl pit near Great Ryburgh A common sight in this part of Norfolk.
Old marl pit near Great Ryburgh
A common sight in this part of Norfolk.
Stubble field and silos near Testerton
Stubble field and silos near Testerton
Crisp Maltings, Great Ryburgh
Crisp Maltings, Great Ryburgh
Cottages, Great Ryburgh
Cottages, Great Ryburgh
Road Closed at Great Ryburgh Fakenham Road closed because of a burst water main. However no work seemed to be going on to repair the main and no vehicle took the slightest notice of the Road Closed sign.
Road Closed at Great Ryburgh
Fakenham Road closed because of a burst water main. However no work seemed to be going on to repair the main and no vehicle took the slightest notice of the Road Closed sign.
Memorial Hall, Great Ryburgh Note the flooded road in the foreground, the result of a burst water main.
Memorial Hall, Great Ryburgh
Note the flooded road in the foreground, the result of a burst water main.
House at the Pensthorpe Waterfowl Park A bit of a mish mash house, looks to be uninhabited except for wild life. Probably used for admin and storage for the wildfowl park.
House at the Pensthorpe Waterfowl Park
A bit of a mish mash house, looks to be uninhabited except for wild life. Probably used for admin and storage for the wildfowl park.
Pensthorpe Wildfowl Park, Norfolk Situated by the river Wensum. The flint bridge leads over a ditch to the Wildlife Garden. In the distance is an empty building which, I believe, was used by the BBC Springwatch team from 2008 - 2010.
Pensthorpe Wildfowl Park, Norfolk
Situated by the river Wensum. The flint bridge leads over a ditch to the Wildlife Garden. In the distance is an empty building which, I believe, was used by the BBC Springwatch team from 2008 - 2010.
Pensthorpe Wildfowl Park, Norfolk Ditch by a footpath leading westwards from the mill pond at the northern end of the park.
Pensthorpe Wildfowl Park, Norfolk
Ditch by a footpath leading westwards from the mill pond at the northern end of the park.
Wildfowl at Pensthorpe Wildfowl Park, Norfolk The two birds on the stones are Scaly-sided or Chinese Mergansers. They originate in the Russian Far East and are endangered in the wild. Pensthorpe has established a captive breeding programme as an insurance policy should the wild population become extinct.
Wildfowl at Pensthorpe Wildfowl Park, Norfolk
The two birds on the stones are Scaly-sided or Chinese Mergansers. They originate in the Russian Far East and are endangered in the wild. Pensthorpe has established a captive breeding programme as an insurance policy should the wild population become extinct.
Show me another place!

Old Squaw Lake is located at Grid Ref: TF9428 (Lat: 52.822716, Lng: 0.88480172)

Administrative County: Norfolk

District: North Norfolk

Police Authority: Norfolk

What 3 Words

///desiring.thin.crackling. Near Fakenham, Norfolk

Related Wikis

Pensthorpe Natural Park

Pensthorpe Natural Park is located in Pensthorpe, Norfolk, England and is approximately one mile from Fakenham and close to the A1067 road. The park covers...

Fakenham East railway station

Fakenham East railway station was a railway station in the market town of Fakenham in the English county of Norfolk. The station was opened by the Norfolk...

Great Ryburgh

Great Ryburgh is a village and former civil parish, now in the parish of Ryburgh, in the North Norfolk district, in the county of Norfolk, England. In...

Fakenham Racecourse

Fakenham Racecourse is a thoroughbred horse racing venue located south of Fakenham, Norfolk, England. King Charles III is patron. == Course == The course...

Ryburgh railway station

Ryburgh railway station was a railway station in the village of Great Ryburgh in the English county of Norfolk. == History == The station opened in 1849...

Fakenham Town F.C.

Fakenham Town Football Club is a football club based in Fakenham, Norfolk, England. Affiliated to the Norfolk County Football Association, they are currently...

Ryburgh

Ryburgh is a civil parish in the English county of Norfolk. The parish is 21.2 miles (34.1 km) south-west of Cromer, 23.1 miles (37.2 km) north-west of...

Testerton

Testerton is a small village and former civil parish, now in the parish of Pudding Norton, in the North Norfolk district, in the county of Norfolk, England...

Related Videos

CAMPSITE REVEIW IN FAKENHAM NORFOLK, CAMPER VAN TRAVEL VLOG

campsite #campervanadventures #campsitereview I STAY ON THE RACECOURCE CAMPSITE IN FAKENHAM. WE EXPLORE ...

@Pensthorpe Family#Friends#Fun#Memories #😍😊.

Pensthorpe Pensthorpe is the ultimate destination for discovery and an action-packed day out for the whole family. Here you can ...

Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.822716,0.88480172
Crossing
Lat/Long: 52.8246769/0.8887819
Parking
Wheelchair: yes
Lat/Long: 52.8250176/0.8883382
Toilets
Pensthorpe
Female: yes
Male: yes
Wheelchair: yes
Lat/Long: 52.824552/0.887471
Woodland Birds In The Wensum Way
Information: board
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 52.8198769/0.8869287
Man Made: bug_hotel
Lat/Long: 52.8222043/0.8915281
Bench
Lat/Long: 52.8224118/0.8902126
Bench
Lat/Long: 52.8216827/0.8913223
Bench
Lat/Long: 52.8224784/0.8902016
Bench
Lat/Long: 52.8214182/0.8889258
Bench
Lat/Long: 52.8216294/0.8912004
Bench
Lat/Long: 52.821488/0.8888819
Bench
Lat/Long: 52.821896/0.8908014
Bench
Lat/Long: 52.8216177/0.8884531
Birds
Artist Name: Ros Newman
Artwork Type: sculpture
Tourism: artwork
Lat/Long: 52.8224082/0.8910703
Amphibians And Reptiles In The Wensum Valley
Information: board
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 52.8204668/0.8841374
Nest
Artist Name: Miles Halpin
Tourism: artwork
Lat/Long: 52.8224415/0.8915692
Organic Forms
Artist Name: Peter Clarke
Artwork Type: sculpture
Tourism: artwork
Lat/Long: 52.8222362/0.8911387
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

Have you been to Old Squaw Lake?

Leave your review of Old Squaw Lake below (or comments, questions and feedback).