Wellington Dock
Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Kent Dover
England
Wellington Dock
Wellington Dock, located in Kent, is a freshwater marsh that serves as a lake, pool, and pond, providing a diverse ecosystem and habitat for various species of flora and fauna. This natural reserve covers an area of approximately 20 hectares, making it an important site for wildlife conservation and research.
The dock is characterized by its calm and serene waters, which are surrounded by lush green vegetation and reed beds. These reed beds act as a natural filter, maintaining the water quality by absorbing excess nutrients and pollutants. The marshland is fed by several small streams and springs, ensuring a constant flow of freshwater and creating a thriving environment for aquatic life.
The diverse range of plant species found in Wellington Dock includes water lilies, water crowfoot, and various types of floating and submerged aquatic plants. These plants not only provide food and shelter for numerous species of fish, amphibians, and invertebrates but also contribute to the overall health of the ecosystem by oxygenating the water.
The dock is home to a wide array of bird species, including kingfishers, herons, and various types of waterfowl. These birds are attracted to the area due to the abundance of food sources and the peaceful environment offered by Wellington Dock. The marshland also provides an important breeding ground for many bird species, contributing to the local biodiversity.
Overall, Wellington Dock serves as a vital freshwater ecosystem within Kent, providing a sanctuary for numerous plant and animal species. It offers visitors an opportunity to observe and appreciate the beauty and tranquility of a well-preserved natural habitat.
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Wellington Dock Images
Images are sourced within 2km of 51.120459/1.3114797 or Grid Reference TR3140. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.
Dover Harbour, Admiralty Pier Lighthouse
The lighthouse is of cast iron and is situated at the eastern end of the Admiralty Pier extension.
Footbridge over the A20 near Shakespeare Cliff
The A20 runs from the London Borough of Lewisham to Dover, Kent. It runs through the major towns of Maidstone, Ashford and Folkestone, terminating at the port of Dover.
Light tower on the eastern end of Admiralty Pier, Dover, Kent
This light tower guards the entrance to Dover Western Docks.
Shakespeare cliff and Aycliff, Dover
Before the A20 was rerouted here. Seen from Admiralty Pier.
Shakespeare Cliff, Dover
Shakespeare Cliff is described in King Lear, Act1V, Scene 1 and the assonance of Matthew Arnold's poem "Dover Beach" can be felt at this spot.
View seaward from St David's Avenue
The A20 runs through the gap between the houses and the cliff.
Shakespeare Cliff, Dover
Seen from a ferry in Dover's Eastern Docks. Through the base of the chalk cliff is a tunnel carrying the Dover-Folkestone railway line. Farther below the same cliff is the Channel Tunnel connecting Folkestone (Cheriton) with Calais (Coquelles).
Wellington Dock is located at Grid Ref: TR3140 (Lat: 51.120459, Lng: 1.3114797)
Administrative County: Kent
District: Dover
Police Authority: Kent
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Nearby Amenities
Located within 500m of 51.120459,1.3114797Crossing
Button Operated: yes
Crossing: traffic_signals
Crossing Island: no
Crossing Markings: dots
Lat/Long: 51.1183072/1.3077171
Crossing
Button Operated: yes
Crossing: traffic_signals
Crossing Island: no
Crossing Markings: dots
Lat/Long: 51.1183749/1.3079277
Crossing
Crossing: unmarked
Crossing Markings: no
Lat/Long: 51.1198659/1.3096772
Bicycle Parking
Bicycle Parking: stands
Capacity: 8
Covered: no
Lat/Long: 51.1208253/1.3134952
War Memorial
Disused Highway: bus_stop
Disused Public Transport: platform
Local Ref: adj
Naptan AtcoCode: 240097280
Naptan Bearing: NE
Naptan BusStopType: MKD
Naptan CommonName: War Memorial
Naptan Indicator: adj
Naptan Landmark: War Memorial
Naptan NaptanCode: kntgpapg
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: DOVERP
Naptan RevisionNumber: 5
Naptan Status: del
Naptan Street: Marine Parade
Naptan Verified: no
Ref: kntgpapg
Source: naptan_import
Source Date: 2011-01-26
Lat/Long: 51.1231809/1.3161199
Bus Stop
Wellington Dock
Bus: yes
Local Ref: adj
Naptan AtcoCode: 2400A031840A
Naptan Bearing: SW
Naptan BusStopType: MKD
Naptan CommonName: Wellington Dock
Naptan Indicator: adj
Naptan Landmark: Wellington Dock
Naptan NaptanCode: kntdjmdw
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: DOVERP
Naptan RevisionNumber: 5
Naptan Status: act
Naptan Street: Snargate Street
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Ref: kntdjmdw
Shelter: yes
Source: naptan_import
Source Date: 2018-02-20
Lat/Long: 51.1213153/1.3108271
Bus Stop
Hammond's Garage
Bus: yes
Local Ref: opp
Naptan AtcoCode: 2400A031850A
Naptan Bearing: S
Naptan BusStopType: MKD
Naptan CommonName: Hammond's Garage
Naptan Indicator: opp
Naptan Landmark: Hammond's Garage
Naptan NaptanCode: kntdjmga
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: DOVERP
Naptan RevisionNumber: 4
Naptan Status: act
Naptan Street: Limekiln Street
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Ref: kntdjmga
Source: naptan_import
Source Date: 2018-02-20
Lat/Long: 51.1181011/1.3078699
Bus Stop
Hammond's Garage
Bus: yes
Local Ref: adj
Naptan AtcoCode: 2400A031960A
Naptan Bearing: N
Naptan BusStopType: MKD
Naptan CommonName: Hammond's Garage
Naptan Indicator: adj
Naptan Landmark: Hammond's Garage
Naptan NaptanCode: kntdjmjp
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: DOVERP
Naptan RevisionNumber: 3
Naptan Status: act
Naptan Street: Limekiln Street
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Ref: kntdjmjp
Source: naptan_import
Source Date: 2018-02-20
Lat/Long: 51.1181492/1.3075323
Bus Stop
Wellington Dock
Bus: yes
Local Ref: opp
Naptan AtcoCode: 2400A031970A
Naptan Bearing: NE
Naptan BusStopType: MKD
Naptan CommonName: Wellington Dock
Naptan Indicator: opp
Naptan Landmark: Wellington Dock
Naptan NaptanCode: kntdjmjt
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: DOVERP
Naptan RevisionNumber: 4
Naptan Status: act
Naptan Street: Snargate Street
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Ref: kntdjmjt
Source: naptan_import
Source Date: 2018-02-20
Lat/Long: 51.1209012/1.3100069
City of London II
Water Rescue
Emergency: water_rescue
Lifeboat: offshore
Lifeboat Class: RNLI Severn
Operator: Royal National Lifeboat Institution
Operator Short: RNLI
Operator Wikidata: Q2166873
Ref: 17-09
Seamark Name: City of London II
Seamark Radio Station Category: ais
Seamark Radio Station Mmsi: 232002480
Seamark Rescue Station Category: lifeboat_on_mooring
Seamark Source: Bing; https://rnli.org/find-my-nearest
Seamark Type: rescue_station
Lat/Long: 51.1181846/1.3109312
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:15; Sa 12:30
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Type: private
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Design: type_b
Post Box Type: pillar
Ref: CT17 80
Royal Cypher: GVIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102169
Lat/Long: 51.1207006/1.3095639
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Mounting: metal_post
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: CT17 51
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 51.1245442/1.3115227
Restaurant
Cullins Yard
Toilets: yes
Toilets Wheelchair: yes
Wheelchair: yes
Lat/Long: 51.1213025/1.312804
Church of St Martin-le-Grand
Historic: ruins
Lat/Long: 51.1245896/1.3125954
Martin & Co
Brand: Martin & Co
Brand Wikidata: Q81066918
Cuisine: italian
Office: estate_agent
Lat/Long: 51.1244434/1.3136458
Dover Marina Hotel & Spa
Addr Postcode: CT17 9BP
Addr Street: Waterloo Crescent
Fax: +44 1304 213826
Phone: +44 1304 203633
Tourism: hotel
Website: https://www.dovermarinahotel.co.uk/
Lat/Long: 51.122201/1.3143777
Addr Housenumber: 15
Addr Postcode: CT16 1JW
Addr Street: Bench Street
Was Name: Cyclelife
Was Phone: +44 1304 207582
Was Shop: bicycle
Was Website: http://www.cyclelife.com/
Lat/Long: 51.1239873/1.3140832
Traffic Signals
Traffic Signals: junction
Traffic Signals Direction: forward
Lat/Long: 51.1201906/1.3095535
Seamark Light Character: Oc
Seamark Light Colour: green
Seamark Light Height: 3
Seamark Light Range: 2
Seamark Light Reference: A 0915
Seamark Type: light_minor
Source: US NGA Pub. 114. 2011-05-26.
Lat/Long: 51.1169886/1.3129816
Post Box
Brand: Royal Mail
Brand Wikidata: Q638098
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 18:15; Sa 12:30
Drive Through: no
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Type: private
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Design: type_a
Post Box Type: pillar
Postal Code: CT16
Ref: CT16 30
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 51.1228239/1.315742
Telephone
Booth: K6
Covered: booth
Listed Status: Grade II
Lat/Long: 51.1231811/1.3146647
Dover Harbour
Abandoned Railway: station
Railway: site
Lat/Long: 51.1173877/1.3085128
Hawkesbury Street Junction
Railway: junction
Lat/Long: 51.1169373/1.3088678
Crossing
Crossing: traffic_signals
Crossing Ref: pelican
Lat/Long: 51.1206449/1.3098106
Crossing
Crossing: traffic_signals
Crossing Ref: pelican
Lat/Long: 51.1206703/1.3100186
Crossing
Crossing: unmarked
Crossing Markings: no
Lat/Long: 51.1206988/1.3096574
Bicycle Parking
Bicycle Parking: stands
Capacity: 2
Covered: yes
Lat/Long: 51.1247778/1.3121035
Bicycle Parking
Bicycle Parking: stands
Capacity: 4
Covered: yes
Lat/Long: 51.1248141/1.3120617
Bicycle Parking
Bicycle Parking: stands
Capacity: 4
Covered: yes
Lat/Long: 51.1248347/1.3121238
Bicycle Parking
Bicycle Parking: stands
Capacity: 4
Covered: yes
Lat/Long: 51.1248865/1.3119783
Telephone
Covered: booth
Operator: New World Payphones
Payment Coins: yes
Payment Credit Cards: yes
Payment Debit Cards: yes
Phone: +44 1304 206723
Ref: 010-3204-0071
Lat/Long: 51.1240415/1.3139379
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:00; Sa 11:30
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Design: type_a
Post Box Type: pillar
Ref: CT16 103
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 51.1240009/1.3139677
Dover Tourist Information Centre
Addr City: Dover
Addr Postcode: CT16 1PH
Addr Street: Market Square
Email: tic@doveruk.com
Information: office
Opening Hours: Mo-Sa 09:30-17:00; Apr 01-Sep 30 Su 10:00-15:00
Phone: +44 1304 201066
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 51.124792/1.3132625
Restaurant
Lythe
Cuisine: seafood
Name En: Hythe Bay
Website: http://www.hythebay.co.uk
Lat/Long: 51.1202433/1.3135325
Traffic Signals
Traffic Signals: junction
Traffic Signals Direction: forward
Lat/Long: 51.1198435/1.3094301
Traffic Signals
Traffic Signals: signal
Traffic Signals Direction: forward
Lat/Long: 51.1235366/1.3134961
Toilets
Access: customers
Fee: no
Female: yes
Male: yes
Lat/Long: 51.124206/1.3153553
Restaurant
Dover Marina Hotel & Spa
Payment Cash: yes
Payment Mastercard: yes
Payment Visa: yes
Website: https://www.dovermarinahotel.co.uk/
Lat/Long: 51.1221783/1.3143897
Material: steel
Seamark Type: gate
Waterway: lock_gate
Lat/Long: 51.1197095/1.3133999
Coronavirus Symptom-free testing
Addr City: Dover
Addr Housename: Dover Discovery Centre
Addr Postcode: CT16 1PH
Addr Street: York Street
Healthcare: laboratory
Operator: Kent County Council
Lat/Long: 51.1248135/1.3125787
Bus Stop
Dover Western Docks Ferry Terminal
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 2400DVW0
Naptan CommonName: Dover Western Docks Ferry Terminal
Naptan Indicator: main entrance
Naptan Landmark: Dover Western Docks Ferry Terminal
Naptan RevisionNumber: 1
Naptan ShortCommonName: Dover Western Docks
Naptan Status: act
Naptan Street: Terminal Approach
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Source Date: 2009-07-22
Lat/Long: 51.1176851/1.3128375
Traffic Signals
Traffic Signals: junction
Traffic Signals Direction: forward
Lat/Long: 51.1199205/1.3091325
Traffic Signals
Traffic Signals: junction
Traffic Signals Direction: forward
Lat/Long: 51.1199084/1.3094449
Crossing
Crossing: unmarked
Crossing Markings: no
Lat/Long: 51.1199305/1.3097078
Crossing
Crossing: unmarked
Crossing Markings: no
Lat/Long: 51.1199698/1.3095257
Crossing
Crossing: unmarked
Crossing Markings: no
Lat/Long: 51.1198284/1.3093658
Crossing
Crossing: unmarked
Crossing Markings: no
Lat/Long: 51.1199179/1.3093915
Traffic Signals
Traffic Signals: junction
Traffic Signals Direction: forward
Lat/Long: 51.1201978/1.3091109
Traffic Signals
Traffic Signals: junction
Traffic Signals Direction: forward
Lat/Long: 51.1199895/1.3090284
Charging Station
Access: yes
Capacity: 3
Operator: Connected Kerb
Operator Wikidata: Q113579669
Lat/Long: 51.1239347/1.3146527
Charging Station
Authentication App: yes
Capacity: 3
Fee: yes
Motorcar: yes
Operator: Connected Kerb
Operator Wikidata: Q113579669
Socket Type2: 3
Lat/Long: 51.122105/1.3144089
The Crypt Fire Bench Street
Historic: memorial
Memorial: plaque
Lat/Long: 51.1237233/1.3141187
Camera Angle: 10
Camera Direction: 135
Camera Mount: wall
Camera Type: fixed
Height: 3
Man Made: surveillance
Operator: Greggs
Surveillance: public
Surveillance Type: ALPR
Lat/Long: 51.11763/1.3068612
Camera Angle: 10
Camera Direction: 135
Camera Mount: wall
Camera Type: fixed
Height: 3
Man Made: surveillance
Operator: Greggs
Surveillance: public
Surveillance Type: camera
Lat/Long: 51.117648/1.3068817
Camera Angle: 10
Camera Direction: 120
Camera Mount: wall
Camera Type: fixed
Height: 3
Man Made: surveillance
Operator: Greggs
Surveillance: public
Surveillance Type: ALPR
Lat/Long: 51.1176367/1.3068661
Camera Angle: 10
Camera Direction: 130
Camera Mount: wall
Camera Type: fixed
Height: 3
Man Made: surveillance
Operator: Greggs
Surveillance: public
Surveillance Type: camera
Lat/Long: 51.1179784/1.3070527
Man Made: surveillance
Surveillance: camera
Lat/Long: 51.1201786/1.3131225
Man Made: surveillance
Surveillance: camera
Lat/Long: 51.1183458/1.3075955
Man Made: surveillance
Surveillance: camera
Lat/Long: 51.1195895/1.3110923
Man Made: surveillance
Surveillance: camera
Lat/Long: 51.1200216/1.3123891
Man Made: surveillance
Surveillance: camera
Lat/Long: 51.1195935/1.3118328
Man Made: surveillance
Surveillance: camera
Lat/Long: 51.1194629/1.3125202
Man Made: surveillance
Surveillance: camera
Lat/Long: 51.1198808/1.3118755
Man Made: surveillance
Surveillance: camera
Lat/Long: 51.1183399/1.3107544
Man Made: surveillance
Surveillance: camera
Lat/Long: 51.1183468/1.3106264
Bicycle Rental
Dover Seafront
Authentication App: yes
Bicycle Rental: docking_station
Brand: click2cycle
Capacity: 8
Covered: yes
Opening Hours: 24/7
Rental: city_bike
Lat/Long: 51.1230339/1.3148604
Traffic Signals
Traffic Signals: pedestrian_crossing
Traffic Signals Direction: forward
Lat/Long: 51.1182717/1.3076996
Traffic Signals
Traffic Signals: pedestrian_crossing
Traffic Signals Direction: forward
Lat/Long: 51.1184056/1.3079461
Telephone
Covered: booth
Operator: New World Payphones
Payment Coins: yes
Payment Credit Cards: yes
Payment Debit Cards: yes
Phone: +44 1304 206557
Ref: 010-3204-0070
Lat/Long: 51.1240264/1.3139408
Toilets
Access: yes
Toilets Disposal: flush
Unisex: yes
Lat/Long: 51.1195445/1.3130546
Budgens
Addr Postcode: CT17 9EF
Addr Street: Limekiln Street
Brand: Budgens
Brand Wikidata: Q4985016
Opening Hours: 24/7
Shop: convenience
Lat/Long: 51.1182067/1.3068849
Traffic Signals
Traffic Signals: signal
Traffic Signals Direction: forward
Lat/Long: 51.1233219/1.3136261
Traffic Signals
Traffic Signals: signal
Traffic Signals Direction: forward
Lat/Long: 51.1232708/1.3132358
Traffic Signals
Traffic Signals: signal
Traffic Signals Direction: forward
Lat/Long: 51.1234967/1.3133638
Crossing
Crossing: uncontrolled
Crossing Markings: yes
Lat/Long: 51.1162268/1.311434
Crossing
Crossing: uncontrolled
Crossing Markings: yes
Lat/Long: 51.1166023/1.3093895
Traffic Signals
Traffic Signals: signal
Traffic Signals Direction: backward
Lat/Long: 51.1195114/1.3119277
Traffic Signals
Traffic Signals: signal
Traffic Signals Direction: backward
Lat/Long: 51.119643/1.3110659
Traffic Signals
Traffic Signals: pedestrian_crossing
Traffic Signals Direction: forward
Lat/Long: 51.1206206/1.3097822
Traffic Signals
Traffic Signals: pedestrian_crossing
Traffic Signals Direction: forward
Lat/Long: 51.1206976/1.3100488
Bicycle Parking
Bicycle Parking: stands
Capacity: 6
Covered: no
Lat/Long: 51.1239695/1.3147102
Bicycle Parking
Bicycle Parking: stands
Capacity: 6
Colour: silver
Covered: no
Cyclestreets Id: 199525
Material: metal
Lat/Long: 51.1244569/1.3137688
Camera Direction: 75
Camera Mount: building
Camera Type: fixed
Contact Webcam: https://youtu.be/F5Q5ViU8QR0
Man Made: surveillance
Surveillance: webcam
Surveillance Type: camera
Surveillance Zone: traffic
Lat/Long: 51.1233248/1.3127795
Crossing
Crossing: traffic_signals
Crossing Markings: dots
Crossing Ref: puffin
Kerb: lowered
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 51.1242976/1.3126987
Crossing
Crossing: traffic_signals
Crossing Markings: dots
Crossing Ref: puffin
Kerb: lowered
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 51.1242359/1.3127734
Crossing
Crossing: traffic_signals
Crossing Markings: dots
Crossing Ref: puffin
Kerb: lowered
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 51.1241447/1.3125653
Crossing
Crossing: traffic_signals
Crossing Markings: dots
Crossing Ref: puffin
Kerb: lowered
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 51.1242371/1.3126591
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