Pinchbeck Fen

Downs, Moorland in Lincolnshire South Holland

England

Pinchbeck Fen

Fen road, footbridge and farm, Morton Farm
Fen road, footbridge and farm, Morton Farm Credit: Terry Butcher

Pinchbeck Fen is a nature reserve located in Lincolnshire, England. It is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) due to its rich biodiversity and unique ecosystem. The fen is characterized by its flat and marshy terrain, with low-lying wetlands and reed beds dominating the landscape.

The reserve is home to a variety of plant and animal species, including rare orchids, waterfowl, and insects. The wetlands provide important habitat for breeding birds, such as bitterns and marsh harriers, as well as a variety of other wildlife.

Visitors to Pinchbeck Fen can explore the area on foot via a network of walking trails, which offer opportunities for birdwatching and wildlife spotting. The reserve also features a visitor center with information about the flora and fauna of the fen, as well as guided walks and educational programs.

Overall, Pinchbeck Fen is a valuable natural resource in Lincolnshire, providing a haven for wildlife and a peaceful retreat for visitors seeking to connect with nature in a tranquil and picturesque setting.

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Pinchbeck Fen Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.806702/-0.2615234 or Grid Reference TF1724. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Fen road, footbridge and farm, Morton Farm
Fen road, footbridge and farm, Morton Farm
Wonky footbridge in the fens
Wonky footbridge in the fens
Forty Foot Farm
Forty Foot Farm
Nunnerley House Farm
Nunnerley House Farm
Old engine house for drainage pump, Morton North Drove
Old engine house for drainage pump, Morton North Drove
Farm at end of Morton North Drove
Farm at end of Morton North Drove
Farm at end of Morton North Drove
Farm at end of Morton North Drove
Farm at end of Morton North Drove
Farm at end of Morton North Drove
Farm at end of Morton North Drove
Farm at end of Morton North Drove
Pumping station at end of Haconby Drove
Pumping station at end of Haconby Drove
Outfall from pumping station on Haconby Drove
Outfall from pumping station on Haconby Drove
Footbridge over Forty Foot Drain Cyclists travelling east-west across the Fens in this area, and wishing to avoid main roads, may cross the obstructing north-south running Forty Foot Drain at this bridge
Footbridge over Forty Foot Drain
Cyclists travelling east-west across the Fens in this area, and wishing to avoid main roads, may cross the obstructing north-south running Forty Foot Drain at this bridge
Track in the Fens No scenery, but great cycling
Track in the Fens
No scenery, but great cycling
Bird box These are common along the banks of many of the 'drains'
Bird box
These are common along the banks of many of the 'drains'
Bridleway along South Forty Foot Drain This runs for many miles along the east side of the Drain
Bridleway along South Forty Foot Drain
This runs for many miles along the east side of the Drain
House at end of Leaves Lake Drove
House at end of Leaves Lake Drove
Field of cabbages View north from Leaves Lake Drove
Field of cabbages
View north from Leaves Lake Drove
Leaves Lake Drove, view north-east
Leaves Lake Drove, view north-east
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Pinchbeck Fen is located at Grid Ref: TF1724 (Lat: 52.806702, Lng: -0.2615234)

Administrative County: Lincolnshire

District: South Holland

Police Authority: Lincolnshire

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Located within 500m of 52.806702,-0.2615234
Pinchbeck Fen
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Lat/Long: 52.8060229/-0.2626328
Pinchbeck Fen
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Lat/Long: 52.8103033/-0.2595224
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