Reflections in Mapperley Reservoir
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Reflections in Mapperley Reservoir
Image: © Lynne Kirton Taken: 26 Oct 2004
On the edge of Shipley Country Park, Mapperley Reservoir was once used to feed the Erewash canal, and is now a haven for wildlife. Very popular with local fisherman, it supports carp, pike, roach, bream, tench and perch. Metering from the sky gave these strong reflections.
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Image Location
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Latitude
52.987079
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-1.353471