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New Island

Island in Essex Tendring

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New Island

Stone Point, Walton-on-the-Naze Stone Point at Hamford Water, Walton-on-the-Naze. Thames barges are visible lining the opposite bank.
Stone Point, Walton-on-the-Naze Credit: Hobs

New Island, located in Essex, is a small island situated off the east coast of England. It is one of the many islands that make up the archipelago known as the Essex Islands. With an area of just over 1 square kilometer, it is a relatively small landmass.

The island is known for its stunning natural beauty, with picturesque landscapes and diverse wildlife. It is primarily a nature reserve, providing a sanctuary for a wide range of bird species, including rare ones such as the black-legged kittiwake and the little tern. The island's coastal areas are also home to colonies of seals, which can often be seen basking on the rocks.

New Island offers visitors a unique opportunity to experience a tranquil and unspoiled environment. There are no permanent human residents on the island, but it is open to the public during certain times of the year. Visitors can explore the island's walking trails, which offer breathtaking views of the surrounding coastline and countryside.

In addition to its natural attractions, New Island also has a rich history. It was once home to a medieval monastery, and remnants of its past can still be seen in the form of ruins and archaeological sites. The island also played a role in the defense of the English coast during World War II, with various military structures dotting its landscape.

Overall, New Island is a hidden gem in Essex, offering a peaceful retreat for nature lovers and history enthusiasts alike. Its untouched beauty and abundant wildlife make it a must-visit destination for those seeking a unique and immersive experience.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.889338/1.2368614 or Grid Reference TM2226. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Stone Point, Walton-on-the-Naze Stone Point at Hamford Water, Walton-on-the-Naze. Thames barges are visible lining the opposite bank.
Stone Point, Walton-on-the-Naze
Stone Point at Hamford Water, Walton-on-the-Naze. Thames barges are visible lining the opposite bank.
Looking inland from the sea wall at Little Oakley
Looking inland from the sea wall at Little Oakley
Looking to the North Sea at Little Oakley As seen from sea wall footpath. The coastal area is part of the Hamford Water National Nature Reserve & SSSI. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/essexs-national-nature-reserves/essexs-national-nature-reserves#hamford-water" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/essexs-national-nature-reserves/essexs-national-nature-reserves#hamford-water">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Looking to the North Sea at Little Oakley
As seen from sea wall footpath. The coastal area is part of the Hamford Water National Nature Reserve & SSSI. LinkExternal link
Group of trees near bridleway, Little Oakley
Group of trees near bridleway, Little Oakley
Private walkway, Hamford Water National Nature Reserve This walkway on Hamford Water National Nature Reserve <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/essexs-national-nature-reserves/essexs-national-nature-reserves#hamford-water" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/essexs-national-nature-reserves/essexs-national-nature-reserves#hamford-water">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> is marked 'private' for the use of Little Oakley and District Wildfowlers’ Association. Hamford Water is also a SSSI.
Private walkway, Hamford Water National Nature Reserve
This walkway on Hamford Water National Nature Reserve LinkExternal link is marked 'private' for the use of Little Oakley and District Wildfowlers’ Association. Hamford Water is also a SSSI.
Island Point North Cardinal Buoy Helping to keep vessels from running aground on Mussel Scarfe, this buoy directs traffic to pass it to the north as it exits Walton Channel and joins the Hamford Water. At night a quick white flashing light is emitted.
Island Point North Cardinal Buoy
Helping to keep vessels from running aground on Mussel Scarfe, this buoy directs traffic to pass it to the north as it exits Walton Channel and joins the Hamford Water. At night a quick white flashing light is emitted.
Doggy Paddle! Plenty of activity on the water around starboard channel marker No 11
Doggy Paddle!
Plenty of activity on the water around starboard channel marker No 11
Free parking at Stone Point Selection of craft anchored to the south of Stone Point on the Walton Channel. The crews are enjoying the sunshine on dry land!
Free parking at Stone Point
Selection of craft anchored to the south of Stone Point on the Walton Channel. The crews are enjoying the sunshine on dry land!
Stone Point panorama View of the Walton Channel and Hamford Water as they meet near the Mulberry Harbour vessels on the banks. Note the several navigation buoys designed to keep traffic from running aground.
Stone Point panorama
View of the Walton Channel and Hamford Water as they meet near the Mulberry Harbour vessels on the banks. Note the several navigation buoys designed to keep traffic from running aground.
Almost in the next gridsquare If the tides were spring rather than neaps, I might have stood on the next gridsquare to the north. Felixstowe docks can be seen in the distance.
Almost in the next gridsquare
If the tides were spring rather than neaps, I might have stood on the next gridsquare to the north. Felixstowe docks can be seen in the distance.
Stone Point View of the tip of Stone point from the plentiful sands to the north.
Stone Point
View of the tip of Stone point from the plentiful sands to the north.
Little terns information board at Stone Point
Little terns information board at Stone Point
No 6 Port navigation buoy Starboard navigation buoy No 7 can be seen to the left in the distance.
No 6 Port navigation buoy
Starboard navigation buoy No 7 can be seen to the left in the distance.
Test match Impromptu game of beach cricket played out on the sands at Stone Point at low tide.
Test match
Impromptu game of beach cricket played out on the sands at Stone Point at low tide.
Up Kirby Creek Dinghies sailing out of Kirby Creek from the direction of Honey Island.
Up Kirby Creek
Dinghies sailing out of Kirby Creek from the direction of Honey Island.
The Naze from the air Looking along the Walton Channel, past Titchmarsh Marina towards Walton on the Naze pier.
The Naze from the air
Looking along the Walton Channel, past Titchmarsh Marina towards Walton on the Naze pier.
Old Boats Old war boats out on the Naze
Old Boats
Old war boats out on the Naze
Stone Point, Walton on the Naze A very exposed location for the walker, accessed after careful consultation of the tide tables.
Stone Point, Walton on the Naze
A very exposed location for the walker, accessed after careful consultation of the tide tables.
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New Island is located at Grid Ref: TM2226 (Lat: 51.889338, Lng: 1.2368614)

Administrative County: Essex

District: Tendring

Police Authority: Essex

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