Ferry Marshes

Downs, Moorland in Kent Swale

England

Ferry Marshes

New road to Queenborough From the <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/109956">TQ9271 : New roundabout on Sheppey</a>, east across the northern edge of Neatscourt marshes towards Rushenden, curving right to join a new roundabout south of the Lady Hamilton pub. I&#039;m sure it will help a great deal to ease the bottle-neck at peak times but this road seems to have closed off a footpath as there is no stile across the fence on the right. — New road to Queenborough Credit: Penny Mayes

Ferry Marshes is a picturesque nature reserve located in the county of Kent, England. Situated within the wider area known as the Kent Downs, it offers visitors a unique combination of downs and moorland landscapes. Covering an expansive area, Ferry Marshes is a haven for wildlife and a popular destination for nature enthusiasts.

The reserve is characterized by rolling hills covered in lush greenery, interspersed with patches of heather and gorse. The downs provide a stunning backdrop, while the moorlands offer a distinct ecosystem with their wet and boggy terrain. This diverse habitat supports a wide variety of plant and animal species, making it a hotspot for biodiversity.

Visitors to Ferry Marshes can explore the reserve through a network of well-maintained footpaths and trails. As they wander through the marshes, they may encounter rare bird species such as skylarks, lapwings, and curlews. The reserve is also home to a number of mammals, including foxes, badgers, and rabbits.

For those interested in flora, Ferry Marshes boasts an impressive array of wildflowers, with vibrant colors dotting the landscape during the spring and summer months. Visitors may come across orchids, buttercups, and harebells, among many others.

The reserve offers a peaceful and tranquil escape from the bustling cities, with breathtaking views and a sense of serenity. Whether it's birdwatching, wildflower spotting, or simply enjoying a leisurely walk, Ferry Marshes provides an immersive experience in the natural beauty of the Kent Downs and moorlands.

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Ferry Marshes Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.390999/0.75779101 or Grid Reference TQ9169. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

New road to Queenborough

From the TQ9271 : New roundabout on Sheppey, east across the northern edge of Neatscourt marshes towards Rushenden, curving right to join a new roundabout south of the Lady Hamilton pub. I'm sure it will help a great deal to ease the bottle-neck at peak times but this road seems to have closed off a footpath as there is no stile across the fence on the right.

Penny Mayes

Elmley Dyke

This small drainage dyke is beside the approach road to Elmley Nature Reserve on the Isle of Sheppey

Glyn Baker

Gate & Dyke, Isle of Sheppey

A drainage dyke, Minster Marshes on the Isle of Sheppey

Glyn Baker

Straymarsh Farm

From the new course of the A249. The road crossing the foreground is now the "old" road which crosses the Swale via the "old" bridge.

Penny Mayes

Hamburger On The Hoof

Without stock farming the marshes would have been given up to the sea centuries ago. Our desire for meat enables wildlife to flourish on properly managed land that is not really suitable for arable agriculture. This poor calf is playing its part in preserving the environment before being eaten!

Glyn Baker

Canada geese over the sewage works

These geese seem to need more practice on their formation flying although smaller groups did manage the classic V. The sewage works are near Rushenden on the Isle of Sheppey, viewed across Horse Reach on the Swale from the sea wall on Chetney Marsh.

Penny Mayes

Canada geese over the Swale

Just a small part of the huge flock of geese practising their formation flying over the Swale.

Penny Mayes

Joan Fleet

This is Joan Fleet near “The White House” in the South Marshes of the Isle of Sheppey

Glyn Baker

"The White House"

According to the 1:25,000 map this group of farm buildings in the South Marshes on the Isle of Sheppey is called “The White House”, past glories maybe?

Glyn Baker

Drainage Channel, Rushenden Marshes

Photo taken from the entrance to Queenborough Water Treatment Works

Richard Dorrell

Joan Fleet, Rushenden Marshes

On the right of the photograph is part of the Queenborough Water Treatment Works.

Richard Dorrell

Queenborough Water Treatment Works

Entrance Gate.

Richard Dorrell

The Joan Fleet

This large drainage channel separates Rushenden Marshes (on right) from South Marshes. This side is used by walkers and motorcyclist to reach the Swale.

David Anstiss

Train to Sheerness

This single track line runs from Sittingbourne to Sheerness-on-Sea. It is heading to Queenborough, through the flat Neatscourt Marshes.

David Anstiss

The Joan Fleet

This drainage channel runs from Neatscourt Marshes to the Swale.

David Anstiss

The White House near Joan Fleet

This old farm barn is the only building in the South Marshes. The bridge in the background is the A249 Sheppey Bridge.

David Anstiss

Dyke in Cheyney Marshes

This dyke is in a RSPB Nature Reserve. This is seen from a lane to King's Hill Farm.

David Anstiss

Lane to King's Hill Farm

This lane leads through the Cheyney Marshes, to the Farm. The farm and marshes are part of a RSPB Nature Reserve. The lane is also a public footpath from Sheppey Way past the farm, to the seawall path on the Swale Strait.

David Anstiss

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Ferry Marshes is located at Grid Ref: TQ9169 (Lat: 51.390999, Lng: 0.75779101)

Administrative County: Kent

District: Swale

Police Authority: Kent