Oxton bogs
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To the West of the village of Oxton, in the inverteed "V" formed by the junction of the A614 and A6097 the tiny Oxton beck is slowed by a series of dams.  The resulting chain of lakes are a haven for wildlife.

The upper lake is full of decaying tree stumps.  It reminds me of the Okefenokee swamp! 

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But the lower lakes are clear

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The stream flows over the road at Bean Ford

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It is a lovely secret spot.

 

 

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