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Asplins Head

Landscape Feature in Essex Rochford

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Asplins Head

Foulness Island from the air The sea in the foreground is part of the Shoeburyness Danger Area. The Dengie Peninsula can be seen in the distance.
Foulness Island from the air Credit: Thomas Nugent

Asplins Head is a prominent landscape feature located in Essex, England. Situated in the northeastern part of the county, it is a headland that juts out into the North Sea. The headland is named after the Asplin family, who were the original landowners in the area.

The location of Asplins Head offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding coastline. With its rugged cliffs and sweeping vistas, it has become a popular spot for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and photographers. The headland is characterized by its dramatic cliffs, which are made up of layers of sedimentary rock that have been eroded over time by the relentless crashing waves.

The site is known for its diverse wildlife, including a variety of seabirds that nest along the cliffs. Visitors can often spot species such as gulls, razorbills, and guillemots. The area surrounding Asplins Head is also home to a number of rare plant species, adding to its ecological importance.

Access to Asplins Head is primarily by foot, with several well-marked trails leading to the headland. The paths wind through fields and meadows, providing a glimpse of the rural beauty of the Essex countryside. There are also designated viewing points along the cliffs, allowing visitors to fully appreciate the awe-inspiring scenery.

Overall, Asplins Head is a captivating landscape feature that offers a unique blend of natural beauty, wildlife, and geological significance. Whether exploring the rugged coastline or simply taking in the breathtaking views, a visit to Asplins Head is an experience that will leave a lasting impression.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.574092/0.89378651 or Grid Reference TR0090. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Foulness Island from the air The sea in the foreground is part of the Shoeburyness Danger Area. The Dengie Peninsula can be seen in the distance.
Foulness Island from the air
The sea in the foreground is part of the Shoeburyness Danger Area. The Dengie Peninsula can be seen in the distance.
The Broomway The Broomway is a track (a Public Right of Way) over Maplin Sands which provides access between Foulness Island and Great Wakering via Wakering Stairs. It was the only means of access, other than by boat, between the island and the mainland until the 20th century. It is accessible only at low tides, and is bordered by dangerous soft muddy sands, some of which act as quicksand. Over the years many people have died on The Broomway, either due to the incoming tide or by being caught by quicksand. The Broomway is connected to Foulness and the mainland by a series of constructed hards or headways over the soft sand. In older times the track was marked by a series of stakes, which resembled upturned brooms, hence the name "The Broomway". Although the track is a Public Right of Way - parts are classified as Byway Open to All Traffic, others as Public Footpath - access is controlled by the Ministry of Defence which has a large installation on Foulness. Access can be suspended at any time. Guided tours of The Broomway are available from Nature Break Wildlife Cruises <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.wildlifetrips.org.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.wildlifetrips.org.uk/">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>
The Broomway
The Broomway is a track (a Public Right of Way) over Maplin Sands which provides access between Foulness Island and Great Wakering via Wakering Stairs. It was the only means of access, other than by boat, between the island and the mainland until the 20th century. It is accessible only at low tides, and is bordered by dangerous soft muddy sands, some of which act as quicksand. Over the years many people have died on The Broomway, either due to the incoming tide or by being caught by quicksand. The Broomway is connected to Foulness and the mainland by a series of constructed hards or headways over the soft sand. In older times the track was marked by a series of stakes, which resembled upturned brooms, hence the name "The Broomway". Although the track is a Public Right of Way - parts are classified as Byway Open to All Traffic, others as Public Footpath - access is controlled by the Ministry of Defence which has a large installation on Foulness. Access can be suspended at any time. Guided tours of The Broomway are available from Nature Break Wildlife Cruises LinkExternal link
Broomway Tractor This is the "tractor" which provides tours along the Broomway, seen here near Asplins Headway. It is a converted crop sprayer, and forms the transport for the "Tractor Tour" of The Broomway by Nature Break Wildlife Cruises <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.wildlifetrips.org.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.wildlifetrips.org.uk/">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>
Broomway Tractor
This is the "tractor" which provides tours along the Broomway, seen here near Asplins Headway. It is a converted crop sprayer, and forms the transport for the "Tractor Tour" of The Broomway by Nature Break Wildlife Cruises LinkExternal link
The Broomway The Broomway is a track (a Public Right of Way) over Maplin Sands which provides access between Foulness Island and Great Wakering via Wakering Stairs. It was the only means of access, other than by boat, between the island and the mainland until the 20th century. It is accessible only at low tides, and is bordered by dangerous soft muddy sands, some of which act as quicksand. Over the years many people have died on The Broomway, either due to the incoming tide or by being caught by quicksand. The Broomway is connected to Foulness and the mainland by a series of constructed hards or headways over the soft sand. In older times the track was marked by a series of stakes, which resembled upturned brooms, hence the name "The Broomway". Although the track is a Public Right of Way - parts are classified as Byway Open to All Traffic, others as Public Footpath - access is controlled by the Ministry of Defence which has a large installation on Foulness. Access can be suspended at any time. Guided tours of The Broomway are available from Nature Break Wildlife Cruises <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.wildlifetrips.org.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.wildlifetrips.org.uk/">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>
The Broomway
The Broomway is a track (a Public Right of Way) over Maplin Sands which provides access between Foulness Island and Great Wakering via Wakering Stairs. It was the only means of access, other than by boat, between the island and the mainland until the 20th century. It is accessible only at low tides, and is bordered by dangerous soft muddy sands, some of which act as quicksand. Over the years many people have died on The Broomway, either due to the incoming tide or by being caught by quicksand. The Broomway is connected to Foulness and the mainland by a series of constructed hards or headways over the soft sand. In older times the track was marked by a series of stakes, which resembled upturned brooms, hence the name "The Broomway". Although the track is a Public Right of Way - parts are classified as Byway Open to All Traffic, others as Public Footpath - access is controlled by the Ministry of Defence which has a large installation on Foulness. Access can be suspended at any time. Guided tours of The Broomway are available from Nature Break Wildlife Cruises LinkExternal link
Towards Shelford Head An unidentified metal object on the Broomway with Shelford Head in the background.
Towards Shelford Head
An unidentified metal object on the Broomway with Shelford Head in the background.
Towards Shelford Head A shallow creek running through firm mud off the Broomway with Shelford Head in the background.
Towards Shelford Head
A shallow creek running through firm mud off the Broomway with Shelford Head in the background.
Causeway, Asplin's Head The end of the causeway at Asplin's Head providing a route off the Broomway to Foulness Island across the very soft mud along the shoreline.
Causeway, Asplin's Head
The end of the causeway at Asplin's Head providing a route off the Broomway to Foulness Island across the very soft mud along the shoreline.
At Asplin's Head A rusted marker post at the end of the causeway at Asplin's Head. The causeway provides a route off the Broomway to Foulness Island across the very soft mud along the shoreline.
At Asplin's Head
A rusted marker post at the end of the causeway at Asplin's Head. The causeway provides a route off the Broomway to Foulness Island across the very soft mud along the shoreline.
Causeway, Asplin's Head The causeway at Asplin's Head providing a route off the Broomway to Foulness Island across the very soft mud along the shoreline.
Causeway, Asplin's Head
The causeway at Asplin's Head providing a route off the Broomway to Foulness Island across the very soft mud along the shoreline.
Causeway, Asplin's Head A rusted marker post at the end of the causeway at Asplin's Head. The causeway provides a route off the Broomway to Foulness Island across the very soft mud along the shoreline.
Causeway, Asplin's Head
A rusted marker post at the end of the causeway at Asplin's Head. The causeway provides a route off the Broomway to Foulness Island across the very soft mud along the shoreline.
At Asplin's Head The end of the causeway at Asplin's Head providing a route off the Broomway to Foulness Island across the very soft mud along the shoreline. The circular wall in the background was built to form a reservoir for the experimental burning of fuel.
At Asplin's Head
The end of the causeway at Asplin's Head providing a route off the Broomway to Foulness Island across the very soft mud along the shoreline. The circular wall in the background was built to form a reservoir for the experimental burning of fuel.
Causeway, Asplin's Head Looking along the causeway at Asplin's Head providing a route off the Broomway to Foulness Island across the very soft mud along the shoreline.
Causeway, Asplin's Head
Looking along the causeway at Asplin's Head providing a route off the Broomway to Foulness Island across the very soft mud along the shoreline.
Mudflats, Asplin's Head Mudflats alongside the causeway at Asplin's Head providing a route off the Broomway to Foulness Island across the very soft mud along the shoreline.
Mudflats, Asplin's Head
Mudflats alongside the causeway at Asplin's Head providing a route off the Broomway to Foulness Island across the very soft mud along the shoreline.
Alongside the causeway, Asplin's Head Looking from the causeway at Asplin's Head along a circular wall built to form a reservoir for the experimental burning of fuel.
Alongside the causeway, Asplin's Head
Looking from the causeway at Asplin's Head along a circular wall built to form a reservoir for the experimental burning of fuel.
Causeway, Asplin's Head Looking up the causeway at Asplin's Head which provides a route across the mudflats along the shore to the Broomway further out.
Causeway, Asplin's Head
Looking up the causeway at Asplin's Head which provides a route across the mudflats along the shore to the Broomway further out.
Causeway, Asplin's Head Looking up the causeway at Asplin's Head which provides a route across the mudflats along the shore to the Broomway further out.
Causeway, Asplin's Head
Looking up the causeway at Asplin's Head which provides a route across the mudflats along the shore to the Broomway further out.
Causeway, Asplin's Head Looking up the causeway at Asplin's Head which provides a route across the mudflats along the shore to the Broomway further out.
Causeway, Asplin's Head
Looking up the causeway at Asplin's Head which provides a route across the mudflats along the shore to the Broomway further out.
Off the Broomway A creek running through firm mud and Dwarf Eelgrass (Zostera noltii) off the Broomway near Shelford Head.
Off the Broomway
A creek running through firm mud and Dwarf Eelgrass (Zostera noltii) off the Broomway near Shelford Head.
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Asplins Head is located at Grid Ref: TR0090 (Lat: 51.574092, Lng: 0.89378651)

Administrative County: Essex

District: Rochford

Police Authority: Essex

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