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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.
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Hole in the Wall: Pool Time
I wanted to fly to another planet, but I first built this swimming pool.
My dreams just started getting away from me, and then I let them go.
In the heat of the day, I plunge into my pool.
My refreshing water.
I own it. I work for it.
When I'm tired of my thoughts I submerge it.
When I'm confused and in panic, I fall gently into it.
I emerge feeling invigorated and comforted.
Continuation seems so easy once and only after submerging in my cool clear water.
My dreams to transform my life never eventuated.
I knew it once when I was promised to achieve.
I could aspire.
You never fail when you attempt to chase.
Somewhere I needed to reconcile between the obtainable haves and impossible wants.
Have I succumbed to failed by fabricating my mediocrity prison of pleasure?
Am I floating in falsehood
Am I wallowing in water of hindrance?
I built and tender to this my own 3-meter submersion of comfort.
In my time of dying will my pool be there in easy reach?
Will it be replaced by morphine?
Will regrets of attainment hound me?.
Will I feel satisfied?
Will I discover what I was born for?
Whilst under water nothing eventuates.
I feel released.
Whilst under water the world passes me by.
I can just watch.
I feel contented.
I am no longer the wonder.
I am just here wanting to feel good.
In happiness for the now and in happiness for the tomorrow.
This image can be commissioned as an acrylic painting on canvas.
this is my three best friends and my twin sister doing some cheerleading moves today! we love to cheer together and that is how all of us became best friends! xoxo
Strobist: 580EX on camera, bounced 430EX camera left in a white satin umbrella, Alien Bees B800 from rear.
Marloes caught during a sunny interlude on a stormy morning. Infrared has increased the contrast between the dark pool on the beach and the sand.