Blackroot Pool
This lake, or 'pool' in Sutton Park, is one of our favourite places to go. There are paths through the woods all around it, and which also lead on to Bracebridge Pool and Little Bracebridge pool. There is also a nice Bistro nearby which we like, and the much more upmarket "Boathouse" Restaurant - a very picturesque place.
Sutton Park has a fascinating history, and we really appreciate living so close to it!
Blackroot Pool was built in the 18th century with the primary aim of powering a watermill. The lease which allowed the pool to be constructed was granted by the Sutton Corporation in 1757 for 2 shillings (£0.10), well below what appears to have been the 'market rate'. However, the lessees were the Corporation's Warden and his nephew. The mill was initially used for leather dressing, but later became a water-powered saw mill. The modern saw mill is used to make gates, fences and other timber products from timber produced within Sutton Park. The pool is approximately 12 acres (5 hectares) in size. Angling is permitted in the pool; the main species of fish found here are Bream, Roach, Carp and Pike.
I LOVE INVITES - BUT NO MULTI-INVITES PLEASE!!! THANKS!
Blackroot Pool
This lake, or 'pool' in Sutton Park, is one of our favourite places to go. There are paths through the woods all around it, and which also lead on to Bracebridge Pool and Little Bracebridge pool. There is also a nice Bistro nearby which we like, and the much more upmarket "Boathouse" Restaurant - a very picturesque place.
Sutton Park has a fascinating history, and we really appreciate living so close to it!
Blackroot Pool was built in the 18th century with the primary aim of powering a watermill. The lease which allowed the pool to be constructed was granted by the Sutton Corporation in 1757 for 2 shillings (£0.10), well below what appears to have been the 'market rate'. However, the lessees were the Corporation's Warden and his nephew. The mill was initially used for leather dressing, but later became a water-powered saw mill. The modern saw mill is used to make gates, fences and other timber products from timber produced within Sutton Park. The pool is approximately 12 acres (5 hectares) in size. Angling is permitted in the pool; the main species of fish found here are Bream, Roach, Carp and Pike.
I LOVE INVITES - BUT NO MULTI-INVITES PLEASE!!! THANKS!