Bingham's pond was built at Gartnavel in the early 1880s on the site of old brick and coal pits. Popular skating and boating activities were run by three generations of the Bingham family, with tea rooms established in the c.1885 clubhouse. Glasgow Corporation tried to acquire the site in 1956, but it was sold for redevelopment. Various schemes were mooted in the late 1960s, and eventually the easterly third of the pond was filled in to allow Reo Stakis to build a five-story hotel. The remainder of the site was donated to the Corporation for use as a public park
In 2003 an island was formed in the pond as a sanctuary for swans and other birds. Swans, mallards, coots, and the ever-present seagulls have made Bingham's Pond their home. There are several benches along the walkway that surrounds the pond, perfect for contemplation or eating lunch.
This sneaky cache is extra-small, and is hidden in plain sight. I hope the little stick will help get the log out, but tweezers may be necessary to remove the log. You will also need to bring a pen to sign the log.