Fingringhoe Common

Wood, Forest in Essex Colchester

England

Fingringhoe Common

River Colne at Fingringhoe Wick Nature Reserve &#039;Fingringhoe Wick is one of the finest nature reserves in the county. In the reserve you will find nature trails, bird hides and view points with stunning estuary views.

There were 40 years of gravel extraction on the nature reserve before Essex Wildlife Trust bought it. It offers a wide range of habitats including areas of grassland, gorse heathland, reedbeds, ponds and the estuary itself.

Fingringhoe Wick is famous for its Nightingales each spring. The songsters ring out over the reserve and there are usually about 25 males to be heard. Thousands of waders and wildfowl use the estuary in the winter and as many as 700 Avocets can be seen.&#039;

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<span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.essexwt.org.uk/visitor_centres__nature_reserves/fingringhoe_wick/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.essexwt.org.uk/visitor_centres__nature_reserves/fingringhoe_wick/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> — River Colne at Fingringhoe Wick Nature Reserve Credit: PAUL FARMER

Fingringhoe Common is a picturesque woodland area located in Essex, England. Covering an expansive area of approximately 300 acres, this common is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) and is managed by the Essex Wildlife Trust.

The common is predominantly made up of ancient woodland, consisting of a diverse range of tree species including oak, ash, and hornbeam. The dense canopy provides a habitat for a variety of bird species such as woodpeckers, buzzards, and nightingales, making it a haven for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts.

In addition to its woodland, Fingringhoe Common also boasts several ponds and marshy areas. These wetland habitats attract a multitude of water-dwelling creatures, including frogs, newts, and dragonflies. The common is also home to a rich diversity of plants, with wildflowers such as bluebells, primroses, and orchids carpeting the forest floor during the spring and summer months.

Fingringhoe Common offers visitors a range of recreational activities. There are numerous walking trails throughout the woodland, allowing visitors to explore the area at their own pace. The common also features a visitor center, where visitors can learn more about the local wildlife and conservation efforts.

Overall, Fingringhoe Common is a stunning natural area that provides a sanctuary for a wide range of plant and animal species. Its tranquil atmosphere and beautiful scenery make it a popular destination for both locals and tourists seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of Essex.

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River Colne at Fingringhoe Wick Nature Reserve

'Fingringhoe Wick is one of the finest nature reserves in the county. In the reserve you will find nature trails, bird hides and view points with stunning estuary views. There were 40 years of gravel extraction on the nature reserve before Essex Wildlife Trust bought it. It offers a wide range of habitats including areas of grassland, gorse heathland, reedbeds, ponds and the estuary itself. Fingringhoe Wick is famous for its Nightingales each spring. The songsters ring out over the reserve and there are usually about 25 males to be heard. Thousands of waders and wildfowl use the estuary in the winter and as many as 700 Avocets can be seen.' See Link

PAUL FARMER

Sheep pasture on Fingrinhoe Ranges

I am on the public footpath which skirts the norther edge of the military firing ranges. The path can only be walked when the red flags are not flying. Just in front of me is a large field mushroom.

Trevor Harris

Wivenhoe, St Mary the Virgin

Dave Kelly

Regrowth at Fingeringhoe Wick

A view across one of the former gravel pits on Fingeringhoe Wick Nature Reserve Link

Glyn Baker

Furneaux Lane near Fingringhoe

Furneaux Lane passes through a sand and gravel pit. Looking at the map, it appears that the road has recently been rerouted. This image shows a new section of the road.

Malc McDonald

Country lane near Fingringhoe, Essex

The signpost points to a nature reserve at the far end of this country lane.

Malc McDonald

Fingringhoe Wick Nature Reserve, Essex

The entrance gates to the nature reserve at Fingringhoe Wick. The nature reserve is managed by the Essex Wildlife Trust. More information is available here: Link

Malc McDonald

Gated track near Fingringhoe

Malc McDonald

South Green Road near Fingringhoe, Essex

South Green Road is a lane on a rural part of Essex. Here it passes a farmhouse.

Malc McDonald

Plane Hall Farm near Fingringhoe, Essex

Plane Hall Farm is in a rural part of Essex.

Malc McDonald

Fingringhoe Marsh

This section of the marsh is close to a military practice range - only accessible when the red flag is not flying.

Roger Jones

Arable land near Fingringhoe Wick

Looking towards the River Colne, adjacent to Fingringhoe Wick Nature Reserve.

Roger Jones

River Colne, from Geedon Bay Hide, Fingringhoe Wick

Fingringhoe Wick Nature Reserve is owned and managed by the Essex Wildlife Trust. Essex Wildlife Trust: Link

Wild Essex: Link

Roger Jones

East Heath, Fingringhoe Wick

Fingringhoe Wick Nature Reserve is owned and managed by the Essex Wildlife Trust. Essex Wildlife Trust: Link

Wild Essex: Link

Roger Jones

Fingringhoe Wick shoreline, hulk and River Colne

View of shoreline at Fingringhoe Wick with River Colne. Image shows remains of boat hulk. Alresford Creek is on the other side of the river in the distance.

Clint Mann

New Reserve Fingringhoe Wick

This is a view of Essex wildlife Trust’s Link

newest acquisition to add to its oldest reserve Fingringhoe Wick Link

. The plot runs from the trees on the left as far as the sea wall and to the ridge in the distance. Contracts have now been exchanged on this piece of “reclaimed farmland” and in due course the sea wall will be breached as part of a managed retreat in order to create TL9613 : New Saltmarsh as has been successfully achieved at their TL9614 : Abbots Hall Farm HQ

Glyn Baker