Fenn's Moss

Downs, Moorland in Flintshire

Wales

Fenn's Moss

House beside Platt Lane Bridge, Llangollen Canal
House beside Platt Lane Bridge, Llangollen Canal Credit: David Martin

Fenn's Moss is a prominent area located in Flintshire, Wales, known for its stunning natural beauty and diverse ecosystem. Spanning across downs and moorland, this expansive region covers approximately 1,200 hectares. It is situated near the village of Leeswood, offering locals and visitors alike a tranquil escape from bustling city life.

The area is characterized by its unique blend of picturesque landscapes, featuring rolling hills, heathland, and scattered patches of woodland. Fenn's Moss is home to a variety of plant and animal species, making it an important conservation site. The moorland is covered with vibrant purple heather, while pockets of birch, oak, and pine trees provide shade and shelter for wildlife.

The diverse range of fauna found in Fenn's Moss is truly remarkable. It is a haven for bird enthusiasts, as numerous species such as curlews, lapwings, and skylarks can be spotted throughout the year. The moss is also home to various mammals including red foxes, badgers, and brown hares. Reptiles such as adders and common lizards can be found basking in the sunlight during warmer months.

Fenn's Moss is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering a range of activities including hiking, birdwatching, and photography. The area is crisscrossed by several walking trails, providing visitors with the opportunity to explore its natural wonders at their own pace.

Overall, Fenn's Moss stands as a testament to the beauty of Flintshire's natural landscapes, providing a haven for both wildlife and nature enthusiasts to appreciate and enjoy.

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Fenn's Moss Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.927951/-2.7535938 or Grid Reference SJ4936. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

House beside Platt Lane Bridge, Llangollen Canal
House beside Platt Lane Bridge, Llangollen Canal
House near Platt Lane Bridge
House near Platt Lane Bridge
Roundthorn Bridge, No. 44, Llangollen Canal The small tunnel to the right is a storage cupboard for stop planks, here missing both its doors and planks; the owl on the top of the pole is a wooden carving, not the real thing.
Roundthorn Bridge, No. 44, Llangollen Canal
The small tunnel to the right is a storage cupboard for stop planks, here missing both its doors and planks; the owl on the top of the pole is a wooden carving, not the real thing.
Bridge 42 Llangollen Canal Tilstock Park Lift Bridge
Bridge 42 Llangollen Canal
Tilstock Park Lift Bridge
Bridge 44 Llangollen Canal Roundthorn Bridge
Bridge 44 Llangollen Canal
Roundthorn Bridge
Fingerpost, Llangollen Canal On the towpath of the Llangollen Canal, opposite the Prees Branch leading to Whixhall Marina.

Inscription: Llangollen // Hurlestone // Prees Branch

Milestone Society National ID: SA_SJ4835CAN
Fingerpost, Llangollen Canal
On the towpath of the Llangollen Canal, opposite the Prees Branch leading to Whixhall Marina. Inscription: Llangollen // Hurlestone // Prees Branch Milestone Society National ID: SA_SJ4835CAN
Clinometer artwork on Fenn's Moss Clinometer by Elizabeth Turner and Keith Ashford.

Part of the Mosses Art Trail of sound and sculpture.
Clinometer artwork on Fenn's Moss
Clinometer by Elizabeth Turner and Keith Ashford. Part of the Mosses Art Trail of sound and sculpture.
Centre Finder artwork on Whixall Moss Centre Finder by Elizabeth Turner and Keith Ashford.

Part of the Mosses Art Trail of sound and sculpture.
Centre Finder artwork on Whixall Moss
Centre Finder by Elizabeth Turner and Keith Ashford. Part of the Mosses Art Trail of sound and sculpture.
Inclinometer artwork on Whixall Moss Inclinometer by Elizabeth Turner and Keith Ashford.

Part of the Mosses Art Trail of sound and sculpture.
Inclinometer artwork on Whixall Moss
Inclinometer by Elizabeth Turner and Keith Ashford. Part of the Mosses Art Trail of sound and sculpture.
Weather Station Weather Station on Fenn's Moss
Weather Station
Weather Station on Fenn's Moss
Footpath to a viewing tower over the moss A newish viewing tower has been erected here. The wooden walkway is in fact recycled plastic I believe.
Footpath to a viewing tower over the moss
A newish viewing tower has been erected here. The wooden walkway is in fact recycled plastic I believe.
Platform at the moss edge Information board below a viewing platform.
Platform at the moss edge
Information board below a viewing platform.
Part of the moss This is what all the fuss is about.
Part of the moss
This is what all the fuss is about.
Part of Fenn & Whixall Moss viewed from an elevated viewing platform A beautiful National Nature Reserve and an asset to the area.
Part of Fenn & Whixall Moss viewed from an elevated viewing platform
A beautiful National Nature Reserve and an asset to the area.
Track through the moss Nice to walk.
Track through the moss
Nice to walk.
Old abandoned peat processing plant on the moss This shed housed the plant for getting the peat onto lorries for delivery as a domestic fuel to customers.
Old abandoned peat processing plant on the moss
This shed housed the plant for getting the peat onto lorries for delivery as a domestic fuel to customers.
Fly Agaric fungus on the moss Much munched.
Fly Agaric fungus on the moss
Much munched.
Part of a tree farm A large enterprise I believe.
Part of a tree farm
A large enterprise I believe.
Show me another place!

Fenn's Moss is located at Grid Ref: SJ4936 (Lat: 52.927951, Lng: -2.7535938)

Unitary Authority: Wrexham

Police Authority: North Wales

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Mosses Starfish Site
Historic: military
Military: decoy
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Bench
Backrest: no
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Lat/Long: 52.9286956/-2.7489855
Information: guidepost
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Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 52.9299807/-2.7535492
The Military on the Mosses
Board Type: history
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Tourism: information
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Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 52.9262118/-2.7570729
Strategic Starfish Site
Board Type: history
Information: board
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 52.9258667/-2.7562591
Information: guidepost
Ref: 13
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 52.9258015/-2.7579465
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Tourism: information
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Tourism: information
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Tourism: information
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Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 52.928304/-2.7475812
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