Thorpeness meare, Suffolk, UK.
An artificial lake, 'meare' or boating lake, was created, with many of its inspirations coming from a personal family friend, J. M. Barrie's work, 'Peter Pan'. Besides a large main pond, there are several channels with landings marked with names of the Peter Pan theme. Tiny islands on the Meare contain locations found in J. M. Barrie's novel such as the pirates lair, Wendy's home, and many others which children are encouraged to play on. The Meare was dug to a shallow depth for increased safety. A variety of boats may be rented to enjoy the facility, many of which are original boats dating from the first creation of the Meare, and were named by the local workmen who had dug out the lake. In August the Meare serves as the location for the Thorpeness Regatta which usually takes place around the same time as the carnival in neighbouring Aldeburgh and attracts many visitors. During the day boat races are held and at night boats that have been decorated are paraded around the Meare followed by a grand fireworks display.
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Location: Thorpeness, Suffolk, UK.
Photo credit: © Clynt Garnham Suffolk / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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