Loch Neaton
Loch Neaton is a freshwater lake near Watton in Norfolk, England. It was created after earth was excavated in 1875 to create a mile long embankment for the extension to Swaffham of the Thetford to Watton railway station.[1] Local businessmen saw the potential of creating a leisure park in the area, with a tennis court, bowling green and bandstand. The excavated area was filled with water to create a lake for swimming, boating and fishing.
| Loch Neaton | |
|---|---|
  Loch Neaton | |
| Location | Norfolk, England |
| Coordinates | 52°34′36″N 0°49′40″E |
| Type | lake |
In honor of the railway labourers that created the excavation, who were mainly Scottish, the lake was called a Loch.[1]
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