Tonford Lake

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Kent Canterbury

England

Tonford Lake

Golden Hill The view from the National Trust owned 'Golden Hill'
Golden Hill Credit: Ben Charlton

Tonford Lake is a picturesque body of water located in the county of Kent, England. Nestled amidst the rolling hills and lush meadows, this freshwater lake offers a tranquil retreat for nature enthusiasts and locals alike. Covering an area of approximately 15 acres, Tonford Lake is primarily fed by streams and rainfall runoff, ensuring a constant supply of freshwater.

The lake is characterized by its crystal-clear waters, which are home to a diverse range of aquatic flora and fauna. Its shores are adorned with vibrant reeds, rushes, and water lilies, creating a vibrant and colorful landscape. The lake's surface is dotted with small islands, providing nesting sites for various waterfowl species, including swans, ducks, and geese.

Tonford Lake is a popular spot for fishing enthusiasts, with an abundance of fish species such as pike, perch, and roach. Anglers can be seen casting their lines from the wooden fishing platforms that line the lake's edges. The lake is also a haven for birdwatchers, as it attracts a wide variety of bird species, including herons, kingfishers, and warblers.

Surrounding the lake is a network of walking trails, offering visitors the opportunity to explore the area's natural beauty. The lake is also home to a diverse range of plant species, including water mint, watercress, and various types of grasses.

Tonford Lake is a cherished natural treasure in the heart of Kent, offering a serene and idyllic setting for outdoor activities, wildlife observation, and peaceful relaxation.

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Tonford Lake Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.26996/1.0452687 or Grid Reference TR1256. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Golden Hill The view from the National Trust owned 'Golden Hill'
Golden Hill
The view from the National Trust owned 'Golden Hill'
Kent College Infants and Junior School at Kent College, Harbledown, just off the A2050 near Canterbury.
Kent College
Infants and Junior School at Kent College, Harbledown, just off the A2050 near Canterbury.
Queuing to get onto the A2050 at Harbledown The A2050 replaced the section of the old A2 which ran through Canterbury. The new A2 by-passes the city altogether, to the West of here.
Queuing to get onto the A2050 at Harbledown
The A2050 replaced the section of the old A2 which ran through Canterbury. The new A2 by-passes the city altogether, to the West of here.
The pilgrims' view of Canterbury Cathedral The Pilgrim's Way comes down to meet the old A2 and its replacement A2050 below Harbledown hill, and the Cathedral lies straight ahead.
The pilgrims' view of Canterbury Cathedral
The Pilgrim's Way comes down to meet the old A2 and its replacement A2050 below Harbledown hill, and the Cathedral lies straight ahead.
The A2, by-passing Canterbury at Harbledown
The A2, by-passing Canterbury at Harbledown
The junction of the new A2 with the A2050 The A2050 replaced the section of the A2 which went through Canterbury city
The junction of the new A2 with the A2050
The A2050 replaced the section of the A2 which went through Canterbury city
The Pilgrims Way to the shrine of St. Thomas of Canterbury
The Pilgrims Way to the shrine of St. Thomas of Canterbury
In Bigbury Wood on the Pilgrims Way
In Bigbury Wood on the Pilgrims Way
Junction of Merton Lane and Iffin Lane
Junction of Merton Lane and Iffin Lane
Allotments off Norfolk Road, Canterbury The first dig of the year.
Allotments off Norfolk Road, Canterbury
The first dig of the year.
Wincheap, Canterbury Playpark off Wincheap Road.

On a recent visit, I was struck by the quality and age of the trees and the even height of the walls enclosing this park and am led to think it was originally a walled garden.
Wincheap, Canterbury
Playpark off Wincheap Road. On a recent visit, I was struck by the quality and age of the trees and the even height of the walls enclosing this park and am led to think it was originally a walled garden.
Great Stour Looking north across the Stour towards Harbledown and the London Road housing estate, taken from behind the Wincheap industrial estate. The train is approaching Canterbury from Ashford.
Great Stour
Looking north across the Stour towards Harbledown and the London Road housing estate, taken from behind the Wincheap industrial estate. The train is approaching Canterbury from Ashford.
Wincheap Traffic crawling along Wincheap on a damp Friday lunchtime. Looking SW towards the junction with the A2. There is an Esso petrol station to the right of the photo and the local shops are just out of the sight, further up on the left hand side next to the layby.
Wincheap
Traffic crawling along Wincheap on a damp Friday lunchtime. Looking SW towards the junction with the A2. There is an Esso petrol station to the right of the photo and the local shops are just out of the sight, further up on the left hand side next to the layby.
St. Nicholas, Thanington The parish church of Thanington Without.
St. Nicholas, Thanington
The parish church of Thanington Without.
Approaching Canterbury Thanington Without, looking east along the A28 towards Canterbury.
Approaching Canterbury
Thanington Without, looking east along the A28 towards Canterbury.
Wincheap P&R The Park and Ride stop in the Wincheap retail and industrial estate.
Wincheap P&R
The Park and Ride stop in the Wincheap retail and industrial estate.
The Great Stour near Thanington Gardens sloping down to the Stour on the south bank, a meadow on the north. Looking downstream from the footbridge crossing the river.
The Great Stour near Thanington
Gardens sloping down to the Stour on the south bank, a meadow on the north. Looking downstream from the footbridge crossing the river.
Newmafruit Stacked boxes at the massive Newmafruit orchard near Chartham
Newmafruit
Stacked boxes at the massive Newmafruit orchard near Chartham
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Tonford Lake is located at Grid Ref: TR1256 (Lat: 51.26996, Lng: 1.0452687)

Administrative County: Kent

District: Canterbury

Police Authority: Kent

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