King's Fleet

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

England

King's Fleet

Boat moorings, River Yare Free 24-hour moorings provided by the Broads Authority. Next to Brundall Church Fen Local Nature Reserve, which is also accessible on foot. — Boat moorings, River Yare Credit: Jeremy Halls

King's Fleet is a picturesque freshwater ecosystem located in Norfolk, England. Spread over a vast area, it comprises a serene lake, a tranquil pool, a scenic pond, and a thriving freshwater marsh. Nestled amidst lush greenery, this diverse habitat is home to a wide array of flora and fauna.

The lake at King's Fleet is a shimmering expanse of water, bordered by gentle slopes and dotted with aquatic plants. It provides a vital habitat for a variety of water-loving creatures, such as ducks, swans, and geese. The tranquil pool, on the other hand, is smaller in size but equally captivating, with its crystal-clear waters reflecting the surrounding trees and sky. This pool attracts various amphibians, including frogs and newts, that thrive in its calm and undisturbed environment.

The pond at King's Fleet is a focal point of the ecosystem, teeming with life. It houses an impressive range of aquatic plants, such as water lilies and reeds, which provide shelter and food for numerous small fish, insects, and invertebrates. This thriving ecosystem supports a diverse community of birds, including kingfishers and herons, that rely on the pond for their sustenance.

Adjacent to the pond lies the freshwater marsh, a vibrant and dynamic habitat characterized by its marshy soil and tall grasses. This marshland is home to an assortment of plant species that have adapted to the wet conditions, such as sedges and rushes. It attracts a variety of bird species, including reed warblers and bitterns, as well as small mammals like voles and water shrews.

Overall, King's Fleet in Norfolk is a haven for nature enthusiasts, offering an enchanting blend of water bodies and wetlands that support a rich biodiversity of flora and fauna.

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King's Fleet Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.618739/1.4230591 or Grid Reference TG3107. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Boat moorings, River Yare

Free 24-hour moorings provided by the Broads Authority. Next to Brundall Church Fen Local Nature Reserve, which is also accessible on foot.

Jeremy Halls

Belted Galloway bull and cows

In a field adjacent to The Covey. The animals belong to farmer Mack at Grange Farm whose family has farmed here in the Yare Valley since the 1990s. Crops that are currently grown include potatoes, cereals, beans, sugar beet, and oil seed rape that is mechanically pressed. Meat from the free-range cattle depicted here is for sale in the farm shop.

Evelyn Simak

Stench pipe at The Covey/The Green junction

The disused stench pipe depicted here is situated at the junction of The Green and The Covey on the edge of Surlingham village. It is painted green similar to the colour of lamp posts. Its wire balloon at top is missing. The houses seen in the background are situated along The Green. For a detailed view of the pipe's base see > Link Stench or stink pipes are most commonly made from cast iron and usually painted grey or green and are similar to street lamps at ground level, but tend to be noticeably higher and wider. They are also hollow and commonly have a wire balloon on top. The purpose of these pipes is to vent gas from the underground sewers, releasing it high above street level so as not to offend delicate noses. The pipe seen here was made by Adams Hydraulics of York. The business was founded by Samuel Henry Adams in 1885 and originally known as Adams of York and London. In 1903, the name was changed to Adams Hydraulics Ltd and it specialised in the design and construction of apparatus used in connection with sewerage and sewage disposal works, supplying plants of sewerage and sewage purification. By 1913, there were supervised installations at 150 sewage works in Britain with some of their machinery having been installed at 350 other schemes.

Evelyn Simak

Victorian stench pipe in Surlingham

The disused stench pipe depicted here is situated at the junction of The Green and The Covey on the edge of Surlingham village. It is painted green similar to the colour of lamp posts. Its wire balloon at top is missing. For a detailed view of the pipe's base see > Link Stench or stink pipes are most commonly made from cast iron and usually painted grey or green and are similar to street lamps at ground level, but tend to be noticeably higher and wider. They are also hollow and commonly have a wire balloon on top. The purpose of these pipes is to vent gas from the underground sewers, releasing it high above street level so as not to offend delicate noses. The pipe seen here was made by Adams Hydraulics of York. The business was founded by Samuel Henry Adams in 1885 and originally known as Adams of York and London. In 1903, the name was changed to Adams Hydraulics Ltd and it specialised in the design and construction of apparatus used in connection with sewerage and sewage disposal works, supplying plants of sewerage and sewage purification. By 1913, there were supervised installations at 150 sewage works in Britain with some of their machinery having been installed at 350 other schemes.

Evelyn Simak

Stench pipe (base)

The disused stench pipe depicted here is situated at the junction of The Green and The Covey on the edge of Surlingham village. It is painted green similar to the colour of lamp posts. Its wire balloon at top is missing. See Link for a wider view of this location. Stench or stink pipes are most commonly made from cast iron and usually painted grey or green and are similar to street lamps at ground level, but tend to be noticeably higher and wider. They are also hollow and commonly have a wire balloon on top. The purpose of these pipes is to vent gas from the underground sewers, releasing it high above street level so as not to offend delicate noses. The pipe depicted here was made by Adams Hydraulics of York. The business was founded by Samuel Henry Adams in 1885 and originally known as Adams of York and London. In 1903, the name was changed to Adams Hydraulics Ltd and it specialised in the design and construction of apparatus used in connection with sewerage and sewage disposal works, supplying plants of sewerage and sewage purification. By 1913, there were supervised installations at 150 sewage works in Britain with some of their machinery having been installed at 350 other schemes.

Evelyn Simak

Stench pipe at The Covey

The disused stench pipe seen here is situated at the junction of The Green and The Covey on the edge of Surlingham village. It is painted green similar to the colour of lamp posts. Its wire balloon at top is missing. For a wider view see > Link Stench or stink pipes are most commonly made from cast iron and usually painted grey or green and are similar to street lamps at ground level, but tend to be noticeably higher and wider. They are also hollow and commonly have a wire balloon on top. The purpose of these pipes is to vent gas from the underground sewers, releasing it high above street level so as not to offend delicate noses. The pipe depicted here was made by Adams Hydraulics of York. The business was founded by Samuel Henry Adams in 1885 and originally known as Adams of York and London. In 1903, the name was changed to Adams Hydraulics Ltd and it specialised in the design and construction of apparatus used in connection with sewerage and sewage disposal works, supplying plants of sewerage and sewage purification. By 1913, there were supervised installations at 150 sewage works in Britain with some of their machinery having been installed at 350 other schemes.

Evelyn Simak