This
pool, which is just off Brindley Lane in
Baddeley Edge, is
immediately at the base of
a sandstone outcrop and is mainly of interest
for its animal life. The only submerged plant is
pondweed (Elodea sp.) and emergent
vegetation is limited to a couple of patches of
branched bur-reed (Sparganium erectum)
and reedmace (Typha laifolia). Animal
life is abundant with many molluscs (Sphaerium
sp. and Planorbis sp.) in the
pondweed beds. Pondskaters, whirligig beetles
and backswimmers are also very common, with many
blue damselflies and brown hawker dragonflies
present. Common frogs and smooth newts are
common, and many birds are attracted to the area
including green woodpeckers. Unfortunately
the site does suffer from a lot of rubbish
dumping.
Grid reference - SJ 9157 5153
Site status - Area of Wildlife Interest
Grade
1B SBI (Site of Biological Interest)
