Black Pool

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Nottinghamshire Newark and Sherwood

England

Black Pool

Wooded track Follows the margin between the open heath of Budby South Forest and the wooded area around the Sherwood Forest Visitor Centre, centring on the Major Oak.
Wooded track Credit: David Lally

Black Pool is a freshwater lake located in the county of Nottinghamshire, England. Situated in the northern part of the county, near the village of Blidworth, it is a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

Covering an area of approximately 10 acres, Black Pool is surrounded by lush greenery and offers a serene and picturesque setting. The lake itself is characterized by its dark, almost black-colored water, which is a result of the decaying vegetation and peat deposits in the area. This unique feature gives the pool its name.

The pool is home to a diverse range of plant and animal species, making it a haven for wildlife. Visitors can expect to see an array of bird species, including herons, kingfishers, and various waterfowl. In addition, the lake is abundant in fish, such as perch, roach, and carp, making it a popular spot for fishing enthusiasts.

The surrounding area of Black Pool is also home to a freshwater marsh, which further enhances the ecosystem and biodiversity of the site. The marsh provides a habitat for various amphibians, reptiles, and plant species that thrive in the wetland environment.

For those looking to explore the area further, there are walking trails and observation points that offer stunning views of the lake and its surroundings. Additionally, the pool is easily accessible by road and has parking facilities nearby, making it a convenient destination for visitors.

Overall, Black Pool in Nottinghamshire offers a tranquil and natural setting, providing an ideal place for both relaxation and wildlife observation.

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Black Pool Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.197863/-1.1043 or Grid Reference SK5967. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Wooded track Follows the margin between the open heath of Budby South Forest and the wooded area around the Sherwood Forest Visitor Centre, centring on the Major Oak.
Wooded track
Follows the margin between the open heath of Budby South Forest and the wooded area around the Sherwood Forest Visitor Centre, centring on the Major Oak.
Rustic bench
Rustic bench
Railway Embankment and Flood Dyke in Kings Clipstone This is the course of the Lancashire, Derbyshire and East Coast Railway (LD&ECR), also enticingly known as the Dukeries Line back in its day, although it was coal not tourism which probably prolonged the lifespan of this particular route.
Railway Embankment and Flood Dyke in Kings Clipstone
This is the course of the Lancashire, Derbyshire and East Coast Railway (LD&ECR), also enticingly known as the Dukeries Line back in its day, although it was coal not tourism which probably prolonged the lifespan of this particular route.
The Robin Hood Way by the River Maun
The Robin Hood Way by the River Maun
Track and Gorse in Sherwood Forest Flowering, coconut-scented gorse on the track's edge in the Cipstone Old Quarter area of Sherwood Forest.
Track and Gorse in Sherwood Forest
Flowering, coconut-scented gorse on the track's edge in the Cipstone Old Quarter area of Sherwood Forest.
Close Up Detail of Archway House
Close Up Detail of Archway House
Heathland in Budby South Forest There are some English Longhorn cattle grazing on here which look intimidating. They let me pass without incident.
Heathland in Budby South Forest
There are some English Longhorn cattle grazing on here which look intimidating. They let me pass without incident.
Broken oak tree With a large branch bocking a path through the forest
Broken oak tree
With a large branch bocking a path through the forest
Bridleway through Sherwood Forest
Bridleway through Sherwood Forest
Dead oak trunk in Sherwood Forest
Dead oak trunk in Sherwood Forest
Junction of tracks, Hangar Hill
Junction of tracks, Hangar Hill
Cyclist in the woods Top Vals Hill.
Cyclist in the woods
Top Vals Hill.
Track, Top Vals Hill
Track, Top Vals Hill
Thynghowe Trail, Windmill Plantation
Thynghowe Trail, Windmill Plantation
Crop of sugar beet and The Lings
Crop of sugar beet and The Lings
High Marnham Test Track at Gorsethorpe The former main line of the Lancashire, Derbyshire and East Coast Railway. There are proposals to re-open this line as far as Ollerton to passenger traffic.
High Marnham Test Track at Gorsethorpe
The former main line of the Lancashire, Derbyshire and East Coast Railway. There are proposals to re-open this line as far as Ollerton to passenger traffic.
Gorsethorpe Meadow Nature Reserve.
Gorsethorpe Meadow
Nature Reserve.
Farm track and power line, Gorsethorpe
Farm track and power line, Gorsethorpe
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Black Pool is located at Grid Ref: SK5967 (Lat: 53.197863, Lng: -1.1043)

Administrative County: Nottinghamshire

District: Newark and Sherwood

Police Authority: Nottinghamshire

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