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Read's Island

Island in Lincolnshire

England

Read's Island

A1077 Sluice Road
A1077 Sluice Road Credit: Colin Pyle

Read's Island is a small, uninhabited island located off the coast of Lincolnshire, England. It is situated in the North Sea, near the town of Skegness. The island is accessible by boat and is a popular destination for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts.

Read's Island is known for its diverse bird population, including various seabirds and wading birds. The island is also home to a variety of plant species, creating a unique and diverse ecosystem.

The island is relatively flat and is covered in grasses and shrubs. It is a peaceful and secluded spot, perfect for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Read's Island has a rich history, with evidence of human activity dating back to the Roman era. In more recent times, the island has been used for fishing and as a location for bird ringing studies.

Overall, Read's Island is a hidden gem in Lincolnshire, offering visitors a chance to connect with nature and explore a tranquil and unspoiled environment.

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Read's Island Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.689789/-0.55765369 or Grid Reference SE9522. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A1077 Sluice Road
A1077 Sluice Road
River Humber and Read's Island
River Humber and Read's Island
A1077 towards Scunthorpe
A1077 towards Scunthorpe
Farm track off the A1077
Farm track off the A1077
Farmland near the Humber
Farmland near the Humber
Eastfield Farm
Eastfield Farm
A1077 towards Scunthorpe
A1077 towards Scunthorpe
Humber flood bank near Winteringham
Humber flood bank near Winteringham
Farmland near the Humber
Farmland near the Humber
View towards the Humber Bridge from near Read's Island Late evening, low tide.
View towards the Humber Bridge from near Read's Island
Late evening, low tide.
Sunset near Low Farm
Sunset near Low Farm
South Channel Late evening, low tide. Read's Island on the right beyond the channel.
South Channel
Late evening, low tide. Read's Island on the right beyond the channel.
Sandhills Farm from A1077
Sandhills Farm from A1077
Layby on A1077 near Cement Works Layby to right
Layby on A1077 near Cement Works
Layby to right
Float 31, River Humber Marking the navigable channel from Trent Falls to the sea. The buoys are moved as and when the mudbanks and sandbanks move. Seen from the barge Sobriety, heading downstream on a falling tide.
Float 31, River Humber
Marking the navigable channel from Trent Falls to the sea. The buoys are moved as and when the mudbanks and sandbanks move. Seen from the barge Sobriety, heading downstream on a falling tide.
Mudbank on the north side of Read's Island The cement works are in Feriby Sluice. Seen from the barge Sobriety, heading upstream on a rising tide.
Mudbank on the north side of Read's Island
The cement works are in Feriby Sluice. Seen from the barge Sobriety, heading upstream on a rising tide.
Float 32A, River Humber Marking the navigable channel from Trent Falls to the sea. The buoys are moved as and when the mudbanks and sandbanks move. Seen from the barge Sobriety, heading upstream on a rising tide.
Float 32A, River Humber
Marking the navigable channel from Trent Falls to the sea. The buoys are moved as and when the mudbanks and sandbanks move. Seen from the barge Sobriety, heading upstream on a rising tide.
Mudbank at the west end of Read's Island Seen from the barge Sobriety, heading upstream on a rising tide.
Mudbank at the west end of Read's Island
Seen from the barge Sobriety, heading upstream on a rising tide.
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Read's Island is located at Grid Ref: SE9522 (Lat: 53.689789, Lng: -0.55765369)

Unitary Authority: North Lincolnshire

Police Authority: Humberside

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