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The Cliff

Cliff, Slope in Essex Maldon

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The Cliff

Near Raymonds Farm A view across farmland just north of Raymonds Farm. A section of farm track can be seen ahead.
Near Raymonds Farm Credit: Trevor Harris

The Cliff, located in Essex, England, is a prominent geological formation that stretches along the eastern coast of the county. This natural landmark is part of the larger coastal erosion process that has been shaping the region for thousands of years. The Cliff is a steep slope that drops down from the coastal plain into the North Sea, creating a striking visual contrast against the surrounding flat landscape.

The formation of The Cliff can be attributed to a combination of factors, including the erosive action of the sea, weathering, and the underlying geology of the area. Over time, the relentless pounding of the waves against the soft sedimentary rocks has caused the land to crumble and recede, forming the distinctive cliff face that can be observed today.

Standing at an impressive height that varies along the coast, The Cliff offers spectacular views of the sea and the surrounding countryside. Its sheer face reveals layers of different sedimentary rocks, providing valuable insights into the geological history of the area. The exposed cliffs also serve as an important habitat for various plant and animal species, including seabirds that nest in the cliffs' crevices.

The Cliff is not only a natural wonder but also a popular destination for locals and tourists alike. It offers opportunities for hiking, birdwatching, and photography. However, it is important to note that due to ongoing erosion, the stability of The Cliff can be unpredictable, and visitors should exercise caution when exploring the area.

In conclusion, The Cliff in Essex is a remarkable geological feature that showcases the power of nature and the ever-changing coastline of Eastern England.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.63745/0.77480446 or Grid Reference TQ9296. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Near Raymonds Farm A view across farmland just north of Raymonds Farm. A section of farm track can be seen ahead.
Near Raymonds Farm
A view across farmland just north of Raymonds Farm. A section of farm track can be seen ahead.
Lagoon in Lion Creek Nature Reserve The reserve, which is also an SSI, is run by Essex Wildlife Trust. This is a view from their Garon Hide. See also a slightly different view (looking east) from the same hide 12 years ago from contributor Glyn Baker: <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1445511">TQ9295 : View From Garon Hide</a>
Lagoon in Lion Creek Nature Reserve
The reserve, which is also an SSI, is run by Essex Wildlife Trust. This is a view from their Garon Hide. See also a slightly different view (looking east) from the same hide 12 years ago from contributor Glyn Baker: TQ9295 : View From Garon Hide
Bridgemarsh Lane Looking down Bridgemarsh lane from the railway crossing adjacent to Althorne Station.
Bridgemarsh Lane
Looking down Bridgemarsh lane from the railway crossing adjacent to Althorne Station.
SCGA Floodgate, Bridgemarsh Marina I'm uncertain what the acronym SCGA stands for here. However it can stand for Scaled Conjugate Gradient Algorithm which is a statistical tool sometimes used in hydrology.
SCGA Floodgate, Bridgemarsh Marina
I'm uncertain what the acronym SCGA stands for here. However it can stand for Scaled Conjugate Gradient Algorithm which is a statistical tool sometimes used in hydrology.
SCGA Sluice, Bridgemarsh Marina I'm uncertain what the acronym SCGA stands for here. However it can stand for Scaled Conjugate Gradient Algorithm which is a statistical tool sometimes used in hydrology.
SCGA Sluice, Bridgemarsh Marina
I'm uncertain what the acronym SCGA stands for here. However it can stand for Scaled Conjugate Gradient Algorithm which is a statistical tool sometimes used in hydrology.
Cliffords Farm Sluice & Bridgemarsh Island
Cliffords Farm Sluice & Bridgemarsh Island
Confluence of waterways near Bridgemarsh Marina Althorne Creek is in the foreground. Easter Reach can just be seen on the far side of the eastern tip of Bridgemarsh Island where the two waterways join to form Cliff Reach.
Confluence of waterways near Bridgemarsh Marina
Althorne Creek is in the foreground. Easter Reach can just be seen on the far side of the eastern tip of Bridgemarsh Island where the two waterways join to form Cliff Reach.
Drainage pond beside Althorne Creek
Drainage pond beside Althorne Creek
Inlet from Althorne Creek Taken looking north-west. The River View Park mobile homes site at Althorne can be seen on the horizon centre left.
Inlet from Althorne Creek
Taken looking north-west. The River View Park mobile homes site at Althorne can be seen on the horizon centre left.
Stokes Hall No. 3 drain, landward side
Stokes Hall No. 3 drain, landward side
Stokes Hall No. 2 drain
Stokes Hall No. 2 drain
Stokes Hall No. 1 sluice The Cliff, an exposure of London Clay once rich with fossils, can be seen ahead.
Stokes Hall No. 1 sluice
The Cliff, an exposure of London Clay once rich with fossils, can be seen ahead.
The Cliff This is an exposure of London Clay cut by a meander of the river Crouch upstream of Burnham and once rich in fossils.
The Cliff
This is an exposure of London Clay cut by a meander of the river Crouch upstream of Burnham and once rich in fossils.
Elm Farm Sluice
Elm Farm Sluice
All Saints, Creeksea - south elevation The church was virtually reconstructed from scratch in 1878-9 by Frederic Chancellor using much of the material from the previous, much older church. He also used a variety of 'exotic' (i.e. non-local) stones from a variety of locations. The architectural style of the new church has been described as “an ornate, almost fruity Perpendicular Gothic”.
All Saints, Creeksea - south elevation
The church was virtually reconstructed from scratch in 1878-9 by Frederic Chancellor using much of the material from the previous, much older church. He also used a variety of 'exotic' (i.e. non-local) stones from a variety of locations. The architectural style of the new church has been described as “an ornate, almost fruity Perpendicular Gothic”.
All Saints, Creeksea - north-east elevation The church was virtually reconstructed from scratch in 1878-9 by Frederic Chancellor using much of the material from the previous, much older church. He also used a variety of 'exotic' (i.e. non-local) stones from a variety of locations. The architectural style of the new church has been described as “an ornate, almost fruity Perpendicular Gothic”.
All Saints, Creeksea - north-east elevation
The church was virtually reconstructed from scratch in 1878-9 by Frederic Chancellor using much of the material from the previous, much older church. He also used a variety of 'exotic' (i.e. non-local) stones from a variety of locations. The architectural style of the new church has been described as “an ornate, almost fruity Perpendicular Gothic”.
All Saints, Creeksea - west elevation The church was virtually reconstructed from scratch in 1878-9 by Frederic Chancellor using much of the material from the previous, much older church. He also used a variety of 'exotic' (i.e. non-local) stones from a variety of locations. The architectural style of the new church has been described as “an ornate, almost fruity Perpendicular Gothic”.
All Saints, Creeksea - west elevation
The church was virtually reconstructed from scratch in 1878-9 by Frederic Chancellor using much of the material from the previous, much older church. He also used a variety of 'exotic' (i.e. non-local) stones from a variety of locations. The architectural style of the new church has been described as “an ornate, almost fruity Perpendicular Gothic”.
Creeksea Place - north frontage Creeksea Place dates from 1569 but has been extensively rebuilt and added to over the centuries. Today the main house and its ancillary buildings serve a variety of leisure and social purposes.
Creeksea Place - north frontage
Creeksea Place dates from 1569 but has been extensively rebuilt and added to over the centuries. Today the main house and its ancillary buildings serve a variety of leisure and social purposes.
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The Cliff is located at Grid Ref: TQ9296 (Lat: 51.63745, Lng: 0.77480446)

Administrative County: Essex

District: Maldon

Police Authority: Essex

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