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Big Wapping Hill

Hill, Mountain in Essex Tendring

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Big Wapping Hill

Squeezed Saltmarsh This is an example of coastal squeeze where the natural saltmarsh is squeezed against the sea wall. The outer edge is subject to erosion creating a <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7542909">TM0616 : Mud Cliffs</a>. As the sea level rises the salt marsh habitat will vanish unless there is some managed retreat.
Squeezed Saltmarsh Credit: Glyn Baker

Big Wapping Hill is a prominent geographical feature located in the county of Essex, England. Situated near the village of Wapping, it is classified as a hill rather than a mountain due to its relatively low elevation. The hill rises to a height of approximately 120 meters (394 feet) above sea level, offering panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

The hill is characterized by its gentle slopes and is predominantly covered with grass and heather, providing a picturesque landscape that attracts visitors throughout the year. It is a popular destination for hikers, nature enthusiasts, and those seeking outdoor activities in the area.

Big Wapping Hill is part of the Essex Way, a long-distance footpath that stretches for approximately 81 miles across the county. The hill serves as a natural landmark along this trail, offering a rewarding and scenic stop for walkers.

The area surrounding the hill is rich in history and heritage. It is believed to have been inhabited since ancient times, with archaeological evidence suggesting human presence dating back to the Neolithic period. Additionally, remnants of Iron Age settlements have been discovered in the vicinity.

Wildlife is abundant on Big Wapping Hill, with various species of birds, mammals, and insects calling the area home. Visitors can often spot rabbits, foxes, and a variety of bird species while exploring the hill.

Overall, Big Wapping Hill in Essex provides a captivating natural setting, historical significance, and recreational opportunities for both locals and tourists alike.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.824714/1.0013691 or Grid Reference TM0618. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Squeezed Saltmarsh This is an example of coastal squeeze where the natural saltmarsh is squeezed against the sea wall. The outer edge is subject to erosion creating a <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7542909">TM0616 : Mud Cliffs</a>. As the sea level rises the salt marsh habitat will vanish unless there is some managed retreat.
Squeezed Saltmarsh
This is an example of coastal squeeze where the natural saltmarsh is squeezed against the sea wall. The outer edge is subject to erosion creating a TM0616 : Mud Cliffs. As the sea level rises the salt marsh habitat will vanish unless there is some managed retreat.
Mud Cliffs Here the saltmarsh is eroding away due to coastal squeeze see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7542906">TM0616 : Squeezed Saltmarsh</a>.
Mud Cliffs
Here the saltmarsh is eroding away due to coastal squeeze see TM0616 : Squeezed Saltmarsh.
Footpath 34 Panorama Part of the Colne Estuary National Nature Reserve. The coastal grazing marsh to the right is of particular value to birds on migration.
Footpath 34 Panorama
Part of the Colne Estuary National Nature Reserve. The coastal grazing marsh to the right is of particular value to birds on migration.
Track by the Sea Wall Looking towards Alresford; this track runs in the lea of the sea wall.
Track by the Sea Wall
Looking towards Alresford; this track runs in the lea of the sea wall.
Brightlingsea and Point Clear Bay from the air With the North Sea coast and part of Clacton in the distance. Viewed from a Prague bound flight from Heathrow.
Brightlingsea and Point Clear Bay from the air
With the North Sea coast and part of Clacton in the distance. Viewed from a Prague bound flight from Heathrow.
Sand Quarry in Ford Lane On the way to the ford across Alresford Creek
Sand Quarry in Ford Lane
On the way to the ford across Alresford Creek
Across Alresford Creek I wouldn't fancy fording here!!
Across Alresford Creek
I wouldn't fancy fording here!!
Olde Forge, Brightlingsea
Olde Forge, Brightlingsea
Thorrington Tide Mill - Breastshot Wheel The wheel seen here still works but it can't grind flour due to an accident a few years ago (see below).
Thorrington Tide Mill - Breastshot Wheel
The wheel seen here still works but it can't grind flour due to an accident a few years ago (see below).
Thorrington Tide Mill Open today, the fourth Sunday of the month.
Thorrington Tide Mill
Open today, the fourth Sunday of the month.
Thorrington Tide Mill The tide mill, grain went up through the lucum, flour went out via a shoot from door in the middle of the mill. This shoot went onto a barge ready for London. Horse manure was brought in from London and flour went out. Hygienic or what!
Thorrington Tide Mill
The tide mill, grain went up through the lucum, flour went out via a shoot from door in the middle of the mill. This shoot went onto a barge ready for London. Horse manure was brought in from London and flour went out. Hygienic or what!
Thorrington Tide Mill The tide mill in Essex.
Thorrington Tide Mill
The tide mill in Essex.
Thorrington Tide Mill The mill with its breastshot wheel.
Thorrington Tide Mill
The mill with its breastshot wheel.
Mill Pond The pond used to be filled with brackish water from the tide however now it is used for irrigation, refilled via Tenpenny brook.
Mill Pond
The pond used to be filled with brackish water from the tide however now it is used for irrigation, refilled via Tenpenny brook.
Thorrington Tide Mill - Breastshot Wheel The wheel is seen here, in working order.
Thorrington Tide Mill - Breastshot Wheel
The wheel is seen here, in working order.
Thorrington Tide Mill - Breastshot Wheel The breatshot wheel.
Thorrington Tide Mill - Breastshot Wheel
The breatshot wheel.
Thorrington Tide Mill - External Drive The external drive for the mill, ran via a portable steam engine. it drove one set of stones.
Thorrington Tide Mill - External Drive
The external drive for the mill, ran via a portable steam engine. it drove one set of stones.
Alresford Creek See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1471107">TM0819 : Alresford Creek</a> The tidal channel was last dredged in the 1920s I think.
Alresford Creek
See also TM0819 : Alresford Creek The tidal channel was last dredged in the 1920s I think.
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Big Wapping Hill is located at Grid Ref: TM0618 (Lat: 51.824714, Lng: 1.0013691)

Administrative County: Essex

District: Tendring

Police Authority: Essex

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