Spurn Warren

Downs, Moorland in Yorkshire

England

Spurn Warren

Spurn Point: aerial 2024 (1)
Spurn Point: aerial 2024 (1) Credit: Chris

Spurn Warren is a unique coastal nature reserve located on the east coast of Yorkshire, England. It is situated on a narrow spit of land that juts out into the North Sea, creating a dynamic and ever-changing landscape. The area is characterized by its sandy beaches, salt marshes, and dunes, which provide important habitats for a variety of plant and animal species.

The reserve is home to a diverse range of bird species, including migratory waders, terns, and gulls. It is also an important breeding ground for rare species such as the little tern and the ringed plover. The salt marshes and dunes are rich in plant life, with species such as sea lavender and sea thrift thriving in the harsh coastal environment.

Spurn Warren is a popular destination for birdwatchers, nature enthusiasts, and hikers, who come to experience the unique wildlife and stunning coastal scenery. The area is also of historical interest, with the remains of World War II coastal defences still visible along the coastline.

Overall, Spurn Warren is a special place that offers visitors the chance to connect with nature and explore a truly wild and unspoiled landscape.

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Spurn Warren Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.585586/0.12707434 or Grid Reference TA4011. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Spurn Point: aerial 2024 (1)
Spurn Point: aerial 2024 (1)
Spurn Point: aerial 2024 (2)
Spurn Point: aerial 2024 (2)
Jetty at Spurn Head Looking out across the Humber estuary.
Jetty at Spurn Head
Looking out across the Humber estuary.
Tideline on Spurn Head
Tideline on Spurn Head
Growing dunes, Spurn Head
Growing dunes, Spurn Head
Beach on Spurn Point
Beach on Spurn Point
Spurn Head
Spurn Head
Inside of Spurn Head
Inside of Spurn Head
Old defences on Spurn Point
Old defences on Spurn Point
Bushes on Spurn Point
Bushes on Spurn Point
Old search light bunker, Spurn Point
Old search light bunker, Spurn Point
Heligoland trap removed, Spurn point See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2699074">TA3910 : Spurn Point Heligoland trap</a>. Without standard vehicle access along the point, most of the bird observatory activity is now around Kilnsea Triangle.
Heligoland trap removed, Spurn point
See TA3910 : Spurn Point Heligoland trap. Without standard vehicle access along the point, most of the bird observatory activity is now around Kilnsea Triangle.
Gun emplacement, Spurn Head With steps added to make for easier access.
Gun emplacement, Spurn Head
With steps added to make for easier access.
Gun emplacement, Spurn Head The area was used in both world wars to protect the Humber.
Gun emplacement, Spurn Head
The area was used in both world wars to protect the Humber.
Picnic bench, Spurn Head Some of the dense scrub is soon to be cleared from this area. Clearance during and after the war has led to a large area of similar aged regrowth so some areas are being opened up to enhance diversity of the habitat.
Picnic bench, Spurn Head
Some of the dense scrub is soon to be cleared from this area. Clearance during and after the war has led to a large area of similar aged regrowth so some areas are being opened up to enhance diversity of the habitat.
Signpost on Spurn Head
Signpost on Spurn Head
Lifeboat Station, Spurn Jetty
Lifeboat Station, Spurn Jetty
Beach and Spurn Jetty
Beach and Spurn Jetty
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Spurn Warren is located at Grid Ref: TA4011 (Lat: 53.585586, Lng: 0.12707434)

Division: East Riding

Unitary Authority: East Riding of Yorkshire

Police Authority: Humberside

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