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Lovely walk, dogs love it

Beautiful recreational area with numerous opportunities to spend the day

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An RSPB nature reserve in the Tame Valley. Mainly focused on wetland birds but there is also meadow, woodland and farmland areas. Can get muddy and wet so appropriate footwear is important.

Constructed during the 18th century, Blackroot Pool was originally designed to provide hydraulic power for a watermill. Initially utilized for leather processing, this mill later evolved into a water-powered sawmill. Today, the contemporary sawmill specializes in crafting gates, fences, and various timber products sourced from the timber harvested within Sutton Park.

It's easily accessible for all. There are tarmac, gravel,grass, and dirt paths that you can choose from. Great place for dog walking, too. There are cattle, deer, rabbits, etc, as well as the donkey sanctuary.

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Four Oaks Gate - Access to Bracebridge Pool, Boat House Restaurant, Blackroot Pool and Blackroot Bistro. Hartopp Gate - As for Four Oaks Gate. Town Gate - Main entrance: access to the Visitor Centre, Park House Restaurant, the Donkey Sanctuary, Holly Knoll and car parking for Keeper's Pool. Postcode for satnav users: B73 6BU. Wyndley Gate - Closed. Boldmere Gate - Access to the Miller & Carter, Hill Hurst crossroads and the Flying Field. Banner's Gate - Access to the car park at the entrance for Longmoor Valley and Longmoor Pool. Streetly Gate - Access to car parking at various points along the road, and from there to the Jamboree Stone.

A Warwickshire Council managed country park covering over 600 acres and including 15 different lakes. The park was created by flooding old gravel pits.

Shustoke Reservoir is managed by Severn Trent. The reservoir was completed in 1884 to provide water for Birmingham. Nowerdays the reservoir supplies Nuneaton and the surrounding area.

Blackroot pool is one of severn pools in Sutton Park, some dating back to the 1600's when the park was part of a royal hunting forest

Great place for walks for all skill levels; you'll have a great day out, bring plenty of water!

The history of Shustoke Why were the reservoirs created here?  In 1870 the Industrial Revolution was in full swing, as was the birthrate and the need for clean water was becoming more pressing.  The Birmingham Water Works Company therefore applied to Parliament for  permission for water to be taken from the Rivers Bourne and Blythe, whose gathering grounds in rural areas to the East of Birmingham were declared to be away from pollution, and to impound the water from the Bourne in a reservoir which was built at Shustoke.   A pumping station, filter beds and another small reservoir was also constructed at Whitacre. What was here before? Before the reservoir was built, the land was occupied by Whitacre Lodge which was part of the Hams Estate. This was sold by Lord Norton in 1879, for the building of Shustoke Reservoir.       How long did it take to build the Reservoirs? The time-scale granted for this work was 10 years and although most of the work at Whitacre was completed in the time scheduled, an extension of five years was applied for in 1879 as the reservoir at Shustoke had hardly been started; the eventual completion was around 1884.         What is the Reservoirs role in the water supply network? When the reservoirs were built they were to supply water to the nearby Whitacre Treatment Works, which was to provide 28 million litres of water daily to Birmingham. As the city grew this soon became inadequate and with the completion of the Elan Valley scheme in 1904 Whitacre was relegated to standby duty. In 1908 Whitacre was recommissioned to supply water to Coventry to supplement the local borehole supplies. In the 1050’s Whitacre also started to supply Nuneaton and now about 10% of the water from Shustoke supplies Coventry with the rest going to Nuneaton and the surrounding districts of Bedworth and Atherstone. Where does the water come from? The water is gravity fed by the nearby River Bourne which runs along the north of the two reservoirs. How deep and big are the reservoirs? The reservoirs consist of a settling pool of 7.8 acres and a storage reservoir of 92 acres.  Combined they have a capacity of around 460,000,000  gallons.

Currently closed at the minute.

Kingsbury Water Park has 15 lakes situated in over 600 acres of country park. Stroll along the surfaced paths, explore hidden corners, spot birds and wildlife, hire a bike, join an organised event or host your own event. Whatever your idea of a countryside visit is, you will find it at Kingsbury. The Information Centre at Kingsbury Water Park is where you can get friendly advice and information to enable you to enjoy your day out in the country park to the full. They stock information leaflets on all the activities taking place in the parks, as well as maps to help you find your way around. The Gift Shops stock a wonderful selection of countryside related gifts, toys, souvenirs and books. They are expanding their range of sustainable or locally sourced items, particularly from local crafts people.

Middleton Lakes is an RSPB nature reserve in the the River Tame Valley composed of wetlands, meadows and woodland. There are lots of paths to explore the reserve, which has displays of nature all year round, as well as a look-out hide. You can observe bird species including: grey heron, kingfisher, lapwings, Cetti’s warbler, barn owl, skylark, sedge warbler, pochard, tufted duck, smew, and more. It’s not just birds here, however. Keep a look out for otters, butterflies, wetland plants and dragonflies. The reserve is open daily from dawn until dusk. Entry is free.

Gorgeous little spot and relatively quiet in the late evening. If your lucky you might suit the wild ponies having a dip or a drink in Little Bracebridge.

A huge natural space where even so close to a major city you would thing you were in the middle of nowhere. Many trails to follow, few lakes, a visitor centre etc.. and who doesnt love a donkey sanctuary.

Good place to stop and take a seat and a cuppa, wether walking or cycling.