Longshaw Pond was created around 1827 and once had a boathouse and pier. Wardens carefully remove the marsh plants each year to stop them from choking up the open water.

The lodge was built about the same time as the pond, as a shooting retreat for the Duke of Rutland and his guests, including George V and the Duke of Wellington. Later, the lodge became a military hospital and after the wars let to the Holiday Fellowship as a guest house. In 1969 it was converted into private flats. (The lodge is not open to the public.)

Damian

January 25, 2021

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Take some bird food and make some new friends :)

Ann (Peregrinate North West & Beyond)

March 19, 2025

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The pond within ancient woodlands and open moorlands; a serene spot to appreciate the natural beauty of the area or take a picnic in the Summer.
Birdwatchers will find ducks and herons.
Photographers will be interested in the changing colors over the seasons.
But as it is located near the main car park of the Longshaw Estate and easily accessible; it can get crowded, in particular at week-ends.

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