Slade Brook, Protected stream in Gloucestershire, England
Slade Brook stretches across 3.6 hectares within the Forest of Dean plateau, featuring a sequence of tufa dams and plunge pools along its course.
The stream was designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest in 2003, recognizing its geological formations and biological diversity within Gloucestershire.
Researchers and scientists regularly visit Slade Brook to study the natural processes of tufa formation and document the ecological changes in the water system.
Natural England requires specific permits for any activities affecting the site, ensuring the preservation of its geological and biological characteristics.
The stream contains sixty active tufa dams where calcium carbonate precipitates through interaction with vegetation, creating natural limestone formations.
GPS coordinates: 51.74690,-2.63221
Latest update: March 3, 2025 03:06
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