Goldhanger, Blackwater Estuary April 21

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The Blackwater Estuary is a 5,538 hectare biological Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), with 4,395 hectares being designated as a Ramsar Wetland of International Importance and Special Protection Area, while 1,099 hectares of the Estuary is a National Nature Reserve.

The Estuary includes Tollesbury Wick and part of Abbotts Hall Farm, nature reserves managed by Essex Wildlife Trust and also withing the SSSI area.

The Estuary has been a popular Oysters farming location for over a thousand years and there are remains of fish weirs from the Anglo-Saxon era dotted along the coastline. At the head of the estuary is the historic maritime town of Maldon, which is a centre of salt production, as well as offering a wide range of seaborne tours and chartered cruises.

Also located on the Eastuary is Northey Island, a special place due to the use of the islands for the first experiments in the UK of 'managed retreat', whereby a saltmarsh is created by setting sea walls back from what are perceived to be unsustainable positions. The area is notable as a breeding area for Little Tern and as a transit point for Ringed Plover birds.

Other notable bird species include Pied avocet, Black-tailed godwit, Dark-bellied brent geese, Dunlin, Eurasian golden plover, Grey plover, Hen harrier, Common redshank, Ruff and Common shelduck.

The estuary is also the current mooring location for the radio ship Ross Revenge, the home of former pirate station Radio Caroline.

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Blackwater Estuary

Type:River

Blackwater, CM9 5HW

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  1. Northey is an island in the Blackwater Estuary in Essex, connected to the mainland by a…

    0.9 miles away
  2. Surrounded by mature trees, this attractive site has access to the adjacent sea wall…

    1.48 miles away
  3. Now moored permanently in Heybridge Basin, Maldon, Essex, the Sir William Arnold lifeboat…

    1.51 miles away
  1. Heybridge Basin's famous sea lock links the Chelmer & Blackwater Navigation to the…

    1.51 miles away
  2. This waterway runs through a largely unspoilt part of rural Essex and connects the county…

    1.52 miles away
  3. This waterway runs through a largely unspoilt part of rural Essex and connects the county…

    1.52 miles away
  4. Lying alongside the sea wall and to the north of the Heybridge Basin's built-up area is…

    1.55 miles away
  5. The little church building behind the bus shelter in Heybridge Basin began life during…

    1.57 miles away
  6. St. Peter’s Church is central to the spirit of the village and the close community here.…

    1.68 miles away
  7. An area of worked-out flooded gravel pits to the north of the River Blackwater. It has a…

    1.7 miles away
  8. An area of worked-out flooded gravel pits to the north of the River Blackwater. It has a…

    1.7 miles away
  9. One of the highlights of a walk around Promenade Park is to walk along the extension,…

    1.9 miles away
  10. A large sports ground with associated sports pavilion and changing rooms. It is the home…

    2.02 miles away
  11. The small lake at Promenade Park is perfect for model boating, and is regularly used by…

    2.04 miles away
  12. The World War Two Avenue of Remembrance at Promenade Park, beginning close to the boating…

    2.07 miles away
  13. The Deckchair Hut, operated by The Maldon Deckchair Company is offering deckchair hire at…

    2.15 miles away
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  1. Address

    Springfield Road, Burnham-on-Crouch, Essex, CM0 8UA

    Telephone

    01621 854477

    Burnham-on-Crouch

    This park is comprised of mown grassland with a large number of mature trees of different species and a play park.

  2. Address

    57 High Street, Maldon, CM9 5PF

    Telephone

    01621 731110

    Maldon

    Kate Lifestyle is a Maldon based beauty salon specialising in beauty, skincare, hair and nails. We offer a vast range of treatments including nail art, waxing, eyelash extensions and more. We provide top notch hair, beauty, nail art & gentlemen…

  3. Address

    Woodham Mortimer Hall, Maldon Road, Woodham Mortimer, CM9 6SN

    Woodham Mortimer

    Woodham Mortimer Hall is a private home, with no public access. The 15th century hall with its distinctive brick chimneys, heavily redeveloped in the early 17th century, was the home of obstetrician Dr Peter Chamberlen whose family invented the…

  4. Address

    Limebrook Way, Maldon, CM9 6GG

    Maldon

    Morrisons supermarket includes a petrol station and carwash, cafe, photo booth, dry cleaning, National Lottery, ATM bank machines, Coinstar machine, Rug Doctor hire and floristry department, and well as a huge range of groceries and essentials.

  5. Address

    Madison Heights, Park Drive, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5JQ

    Telephone

    01621 850222

    Maldon

    The soft play fun at Monkey Puzzle extends over four  levels, covering 2000 square metres,with its amazing giant play frame that is over 6 metres high - fantastic for climbing and running around.

  6. Address

    Burnham Road, Latchingdon, Essex, CM3 6EX

    Telephone

    01621 742051

    Latchingdon

    An all-year-round Indoor Bowls Facility, with cafe, bar and the Golding Room for Weddings, Christenings, Birthday Parties, Wakes and other celebrations.

  7. Address

    Five Lakes Resort, Colchester Road, Tolleshunt Knights, Essex, CM9 8HX

    Telephone

    01621 862324

    Tolleshunt Knights

    Come along to relax and dine with us at Brasserie 1, one of the best restaurants in Essex. What can you expect from the menu? International food with a great British twist, including fish, grilled meats and steaks, salads and much more.

  8. Address

    12 Wantz Road, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5DE

    Telephone

    01621 840088

    Maldon

    The building in Wantz Road has been used by the Salvation Army for many years as our place of Worship and Christian Service. Our regular Sunday morning service is at 10.30am with various events throughout the week, including our toddler group on…

  9. Address

    Park Drive, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5JQ

    Telephone

    01621 854477

    Maldon

    A large children's sand pit and play area with step-free access. A cafe and toilets are located nearby, along with seating for parents and families.

  10. Address

    Ferry Road, North Fambridge, Essex, CM3 6LR

    Telephone

    01621 740370

    North Fambridge

    The North Fambridge Yacht Club was established in 1898 by founder member Francis B. Cooke and is set in a beautiful, peaceful and picture perfect location approximately 11 miles inland on the River Crouch at North Fambridge Yacht Station. The club…

  11. Address

    The Square, Tillingham, Essex, CM07SU

    Telephone

    01621 779620

    Tillingham

    This Grade II listed parish church has a beautiful setting in the village square in Tillingham, surrounded by white weatherboarded cottages. It is also home to the village's war memorials.

  12. Address

    The Quay, Burnham-on-Crouch, Essex, CM0 8AX

    Telephone

    01621 782105

    Burnham-on-Crouch

    Architecturally listed yacht club offering magnificent views of the River Crouch. Racing for day boats and dinghies, training for cadets and optimists - strong Junior Club. Large restaurant and bar with terrace. Visiting yachtsmen welcome.

  13. Address

    Blackwater, CM9 5HW

    The Blackwater Estuary is a 5,538 hectare biological Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), with 4,395 hectares being designated as a Ramsar Wetland of International Importance and Special Protection Area, while 1,099 hectares of the Estuary is…

  14. Address

    Bradwell Waterside, Bradwell-on-Sea, Essex, CM0 7QY

    Telephone

    +44 (0)1621 776256

    Bradwell-on-Sea

    Essex Outdoors Bradwell is a specialist sailing and power boating centre, providing high quality courses and outdoor learning opportunities to the young people of Essex, and the wider community.

  15. Address

    Tolleshunt D'Arcy Road, Tolleshunt Major, Maldon, CM9 8LN

    Telephone

    01621 860265

    Tolleshunt Major

    An attractive site on the edge of the village with areas of long grass, hedgerows and mature oak trees. Car park, football pitch, 5 a side goals, basketball hoop, children's play site, dog walk area, teen shelter and seating.

  16. Address

    Unit 2 Wycke Hill Business Park, Maldon, CM9 6UZ

    Telephone

    01245 933779

    Maldon

    Why not save money, save the planet and help a vital local charity by choosing to buy pre-loved wedding dresses, bridesmaid dresses and occasion wear? Set on the top floor of Farleigh Hospice's second charity warehouse, this boutique is a world away…

  17. Address

    Fambridge Road, North Fambridge, Essex, CM3 6NB

    Telephone

    01621 828244

    North Fambridge

    Facilities include a car park, football pitch, children's play site, and basketball net. Visitors should take care on leaving the site as visibility is restricted.

  18. Address

    Gardeners Farm, Maldon Road, Goldhanger, CM9 8BQ

    Telephone

    07375 666792

    Goldhanger

    Would you like to go for a swim with your dog? Well at Canine Dip and Dive you can enjoy all the fun of an open-air swimming pool while helping your furry friend to have fun and learn to love the water.

  19. Address

    Lauriston Farm Chase, Goldhanger, Goldhanger, CM9 8AH

    Telephone

    01621 788348

    Goldhanger

    Situated right on the Blackwater Estuary, just outside Goldhanger, Lauriston Farm is a certified biodynamic farm, using a gentle and chemical-free way of farming to grow seasonal vegetables, available through a doorstep-delivery vegetable bag scheme…

  20. Address

    Maldon Library, Carmelite House, White Horse Lane, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5FW

    Telephone

    0345 603 7628

    White Horse Lane , Maldon

    Tuesdays. A fun brick building club for children of all ages at Maldon Library - FREE to take part. All materials are provided and the activity is available on Tuesdays from 3:45 to 4:30pm.

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Beeleigh Weir at low waterBeeleigh Falls, MaldonBeeleigh Falls is home to a series of water falls, locks and weirs on the Chelmer and Blackwater Navigation.