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Photo: The Cam at Byron's Pool weir - geograph.org.uk - 4407817 by John Sutton (CC BY-SA 2.0) License
Byron's Pool
River
Cool today
Editor's Notes
A weir pool on the River Cam above Grantchester, named for Lord Byron, who as a Cambridge undergraduate is said to have swum here — a claim celebrated by Rupert Brooke in his poem about Grantchester. The surrounding woodland is now a local nature reserve.
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Weather at Byron's Pool
57°F, Overcast · H 57° / L 51° · 81% chance of rain3-day forecast
H: 57° L: 51°
Overcast
57°
|
Feels like 48°
Precipitation
81%
Humidity
66%
Wind
15 mph
UV Index
0.1
Weather notes:
🏄Good for surfing/sailing
12 AM
54°
3 AM
55°
6 AM
53°
9 AM
54°
12 PM
56°
3 PM
54°
6 PM
53°
9 PM
53°
Frequently asked questions
- Where is Byron's Pool?
- Byron's Pool is a river in East of England.
- Can you swim at Byron's Pool?
- There is no fixed answer for Byron's Pool: whether it is safe to swim there on a given day depends on the water temperature, recent rainfall, and any advisories posted at Byron's Pool in East of England. Check current water conditions before you go, and follow posted signs and local guidance.
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Location & Contact
East of England
🌊 Best times & visiting tips
- ›Check water levels and current conditions before visiting
- ›Wear life jackets when on the water
- ›Be aware of rapids and potential hazards
- ›Respect private property along riverbanks
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