The John Scott Pond

The John Scott Pond is named after John Scott who was born in Carlisle. His father and grandfather, both also named John Scott, had a business as gilders and manufacturers of stained glass. Some of which can still been viewed in St Michael’s in Longtown. He had his early education at Hannah's Academy in Carlisle. He later studied at the Carlisle School of Art, while also working in the family business. He exhibited at the Royal Academy from 1872, and also showed works at the Carlisle School of Art's exhibition.

The John Scott Pond will not be open to members of the public due to its location away from rights of way and residential areas. This pond has been designed to promote wildlife and biodiversity.

A combination of broadleaf woodland planting, aquatic planting, species rich grassland, native shrub and individual trees will be planted that will provide good habitats and a food source for wildlife. Species rich grassland is of great ecological value, the mix contains wildflower species which will support a wide range of pollinators as well as act as a great habitat for various invertebrates, birds and mammals.