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Aslackby Fen

Downs, Moorland in Lincolnshire South Kesteven

England

Aslackby Fen

Footbridge over Drain
Footbridge over Drain Credit: JThomas

Aslackby Fen is a small but significant area located in Lincolnshire, England. It is situated within the district of South Kesteven, specifically in the parish of Aslackby and Laughton. The fen is characterized by its diverse landscape, comprising downs and moorland.

The downs in Aslackby Fen are rolling hills covered in grass and low-lying vegetation. They provide picturesque views and are popular among locals and tourists alike for walking and hiking activities. The downs also serve as a habitat for various plant species, including wildflowers and grasses.

On the other hand, the moorland in Aslackby Fen is a marshy and often boggy area. It is characterized by its wetland vegetation, such as sphagnum moss and heather. The moorland is home to a variety of bird species, including lapwings, curlews, and skylarks. It also supports a diverse range of insects, amphibians, and reptiles.

Aslackby Fen is an important conservation area, recognized for its ecological value. It serves as a habitat for several rare and protected species, including the water vole and great crested newt. The fen is also home to various dragonfly and damselfly species, making it a popular destination for insect enthusiasts.

Visitors to Aslackby Fen can enjoy the tranquility and natural beauty of the surroundings, immersing themselves in the unique combination of downs and moorland. The area is well-maintained and offers opportunities for wildlife observation, photography, and nature walks.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.857871/-0.29842486 or Grid Reference TF1430. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Footbridge over Drain
Footbridge over Drain
Footpath over crop field Towards Old Decoy Farm.
Footpath over crop field
Towards Old Decoy Farm.
Drain north of Fen Road, Dowsby Fen The Fens, also known as the Fenland, is a naturally marshy region in eastern England. Most of the fens were drained several centuries ago, resulting in a flat, damp, low-lying agricultural region. A fen is the local name for an individual area of marshland or former marshland and also designates the type of marsh typical of the area, which has neutral or alkaline water chemistry and relatively large quantities of dissolved minerals, but few other plant nutrients. Fenland primarily lies around the coast of the Wash; it reaches into four counties: Lincolnshire, Cambridgeshire, Norfolk and a small area of Suffolk, as well as the historic county of Huntingdonshire. In whole it occupies an area of nearly 1,500 sq miles. Most of the Fenland lies within a few metres of sea level. As with similar areas in the Netherlands, much of the Fenland originally consisted of fresh- or salt-water wetlands, which have been artificially drained and continue to be protected from floods by drainage banks and pumps.
Drain north of Fen Road, Dowsby Fen
The Fens, also known as the Fenland, is a naturally marshy region in eastern England. Most of the fens were drained several centuries ago, resulting in a flat, damp, low-lying agricultural region. A fen is the local name for an individual area of marshland or former marshland and also designates the type of marsh typical of the area, which has neutral or alkaline water chemistry and relatively large quantities of dissolved minerals, but few other plant nutrients. Fenland primarily lies around the coast of the Wash; it reaches into four counties: Lincolnshire, Cambridgeshire, Norfolk and a small area of Suffolk, as well as the historic county of Huntingdonshire. In whole it occupies an area of nearly 1,500 sq miles. Most of the Fenland lies within a few metres of sea level. As with similar areas in the Netherlands, much of the Fenland originally consisted of fresh- or salt-water wetlands, which have been artificially drained and continue to be protected from floods by drainage banks and pumps.
Drain beside Fen Road, Dowsby Fen The Fens, also known as the Fenland, is a naturally marshy region in eastern England. Most of the fens were drained several centuries ago, resulting in a flat, damp, low-lying agricultural region. A fen is the local name for an individual area of marshland or former marshland and also designates the type of marsh typical of the area, which has neutral or alkaline water chemistry and relatively large quantities of dissolved minerals, but few other plant nutrients. Fenland primarily lies around the coast of the Wash; it reaches into four counties: Lincolnshire, Cambridgeshire, Norfolk and a small area of Suffolk, as well as the historic county of Huntingdonshire. In whole it occupies an area of nearly 1,500 sq miles. Most of the Fenland lies within a few metres of sea level. As with similar areas in the Netherlands, much of the Fenland originally consisted of fresh- or salt-water wetlands, which have been artificially drained and continue to be protected from floods by drainage banks and pumps.
Drain beside Fen Road, Dowsby Fen
The Fens, also known as the Fenland, is a naturally marshy region in eastern England. Most of the fens were drained several centuries ago, resulting in a flat, damp, low-lying agricultural region. A fen is the local name for an individual area of marshland or former marshland and also designates the type of marsh typical of the area, which has neutral or alkaline water chemistry and relatively large quantities of dissolved minerals, but few other plant nutrients. Fenland primarily lies around the coast of the Wash; it reaches into four counties: Lincolnshire, Cambridgeshire, Norfolk and a small area of Suffolk, as well as the historic county of Huntingdonshire. In whole it occupies an area of nearly 1,500 sq miles. Most of the Fenland lies within a few metres of sea level. As with similar areas in the Netherlands, much of the Fenland originally consisted of fresh- or salt-water wetlands, which have been artificially drained and continue to be protected from floods by drainage banks and pumps.
Drain, Dowsby Fen Looking north from Fen Road.
Drain, Dowsby Fen
Looking north from Fen Road.
Crop field, Dowsby Fen View over a drain from Fen Road.
Crop field, Dowsby Fen
View over a drain from Fen Road.
Fen Road, Dowsby Fen B1397 towards Gosberton Clough.
Fen Road, Dowsby Fen
B1397 towards Gosberton Clough.
Drain and farmland near Poplar Farm
Drain and farmland near Poplar Farm
Fen Road, Dowsby Fen B1397 towards Gosberton Clough.
Fen Road, Dowsby Fen
B1397 towards Gosberton Clough.
Drain beside Fen Road (B1397) The Fens, also known as the Fenland, is a naturally marshy region in eastern England. Most of the fens were drained several centuries ago, resulting in a flat, damp, low-lying agricultural region. A fen is the local name for an individual area of marshland or former marshland and also designates the type of marsh typical of the area, which has neutral or alkaline water chemistry and relatively large quantities of dissolved minerals, but few other plant nutrients. Fenland primarily lies around the coast of the Wash; it reaches into four counties: Lincolnshire, Cambridgeshire, Norfolk and a small area of Suffolk, as well as the historic county of Huntingdonshire. In whole it occupies an area of nearly 1,500 sq miles. Most of the Fenland lies within a few metres of sea level. As with similar areas in the Netherlands, much of the Fenland originally consisted of fresh- or salt-water wetlands, which have been artificially drained and continue to be protected from floods by drainage banks and pumps.
Drain beside Fen Road (B1397)
The Fens, also known as the Fenland, is a naturally marshy region in eastern England. Most of the fens were drained several centuries ago, resulting in a flat, damp, low-lying agricultural region. A fen is the local name for an individual area of marshland or former marshland and also designates the type of marsh typical of the area, which has neutral or alkaline water chemistry and relatively large quantities of dissolved minerals, but few other plant nutrients. Fenland primarily lies around the coast of the Wash; it reaches into four counties: Lincolnshire, Cambridgeshire, Norfolk and a small area of Suffolk, as well as the historic county of Huntingdonshire. In whole it occupies an area of nearly 1,500 sq miles. Most of the Fenland lies within a few metres of sea level. As with similar areas in the Netherlands, much of the Fenland originally consisted of fresh- or salt-water wetlands, which have been artificially drained and continue to be protected from floods by drainage banks and pumps.
Crop field, Dowsby Fen View over drain from Fen Road (B1397).
Crop field, Dowsby Fen
View over drain from Fen Road (B1397).
Old Decoy Farm on Dowsby Fen: aerial 2022
Old Decoy Farm on Dowsby Fen: aerial 2022
South Forty Foot Drain from Kingston's Bridge, Gosberton, Lincs between Gosberton Fen in Holland (right) and Aslackby Fen in Kesteven; the Twenty Foot Drain and the Division Drain join the South Forty Foot just north of the bridge with each fen as a catchment.
South Forty Foot Drain from Kingston's Bridge, Gosberton, Lincs
between Gosberton Fen in Holland (right) and Aslackby Fen in Kesteven; the Twenty Foot Drain and the Division Drain join the South Forty Foot just north of the bridge with each fen as a catchment.
Dowsby Fen Pumping Station, Lincs where the Division Drain enters the South Forty Foot Drain; erected in 1964 by the Black Sluice IDB.
Dowsby Fen Pumping Station, Lincs
where the Division Drain enters the South Forty Foot Drain; erected in 1964 by the Black Sluice IDB.
Car Dyke, Dowsby Fen, Lincs – view NNE from Fen Road along the course of the Roman canal.
Car Dyke, Dowsby Fen, Lincs
– view NNE from Fen Road along the course of the Roman canal.
Middle Fen Farm, Dowsby Fen, Lincs beside Fen Road.
Middle Fen Farm, Dowsby Fen, Lincs
beside Fen Road.
Fen Road, Dowsby Fen, Lincs – view W towards Dowsby.
Fen Road, Dowsby Fen, Lincs
– view W towards Dowsby.
Fen Road, Dowsby Fen, Lincs near the entrance to Glebe Farm; view WSW towards the Jurassic uplands of Kesteven in the distance.
Fen Road, Dowsby Fen, Lincs
near the entrance to Glebe Farm; view WSW towards the Jurassic uplands of Kesteven in the distance.
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Aslackby Fen is located at Grid Ref: TF1430 (Lat: 52.857871, Lng: -0.29842486)

Administrative County: Lincolnshire

District: South Kesteven

Police Authority: Lincolnshire

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