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Bullough's Pond
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Bullough's Pond
Location of Bullough's Pond in Massachusetts, USA.
Location of Bullough's Pond in Massachusetts, USA.
Bullough's Pond
Location in Massachusetts
Location of Bullough's Pond in Massachusetts, USA.
Location of Bullough's Pond in Massachusetts, USA.
Bullough's Pond
Location in the United States
Location Newton, Massachusetts
Coordinates 42°20′25.27″N 71°12′19.41″W / 42.3403528°N 71.2053917°W / 42.3403528; -71.2053917
Type mill pond
Basin countries United States

Bullough's Pond is a pretty pond located in Newton, Massachusetts. It's a peaceful spot in a busy neighborhood. People often visit it for bird watching. In the winter, it used to be a popular place for ice skating.

The Pond's Past

Bullough's Pond wasn't always just a pretty place. It started as a "mill pond." This means it was created to power a mill. Water from the pond would flow over a water wheel. This wheel then helped run machines in a factory nearby.

Ice Business History

In the 1800s, Bullough's Pond was very important for another reason. It was home to a big ice business. Workers would cut large blocks of ice from the frozen pond in winter. They then stored this ice in special ice houses. This ice was used to keep food cold before refrigerators existed.

Fun at Bullough's Pond Today

Today, Bullough's Pond is a lovely place for nature and relaxation. It's a great spot to see different kinds of birds. Many people enjoy walking around the pond and watching the wildlife.

Winter Activities

For many years, ice skating was a favorite winter activity on the pond. Families and friends would gather to skate on the frozen surface. However, since the early 2000s, winters have become warmer. This means the ice on the pond doesn't get thick enough to be safe for skating anymore. It's important to always check ice safety before going on any frozen water.

Pond in the Movies

Did you know Bullough's Pond has even been in a movie? A scene from the 2008 film "The Women" was filmed right on the pond. This movie starred famous actresses like Annette Bening and Meg Ryan.

Images for kids

  • Waterfall, Newtonville, Mass

    An early-20th-century postcard of Laundry Brook below Bullough's Pond dam

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    Laundry Brook in 2016

  • Bullough's Pond 109 0933 r1

    Bullough's Pond with Newton City Hall in the distance

  • Bullough's Pond IMG 5667

    The pond in fall

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