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East Sands

Beach in Norfolk King's Lynn and West Norfolk

England

East Sands

Birdwatchers at Titchwell fresh marsh From the well maintained path at the RSPB reserve at Titchwell
Birdwatchers at Titchwell fresh marsh Credit: Brian Chadwick

East Sands is a picturesque beach located in Norfolk, England. Situated on the eastern coast, it offers visitors a stunning natural setting with its golden sands and clear blue waters. The beach is backed by rolling dunes and is part of a larger nature reserve, providing a haven for a variety of wildlife and plant species.

With its shallow waters and gentle waves, East Sands is a popular spot for families and swimmers. The beach is also a great destination for water sports enthusiasts, offering opportunities for sailing, windsurfing, and kayaking. Lifeguards patrol the area during peak seasons, ensuring the safety of visitors.

The beach is easily accessible, with nearby car parking facilities and public transport links. It is also equipped with amenities such as public toilets and a café, providing convenience and comfort for beachgoers.

Nature lovers will appreciate the abundance of wildlife that can be found in the surrounding area. East Sands is home to a diverse range of bird species, making it a popular spot for birdwatching. The nearby nature reserve offers scenic walking trails, allowing visitors to explore the coastal landscape and observe the local flora and fauna.

Overall, East Sands is a charming beach that offers a tranquil and scenic escape for visitors. Its natural beauty, recreational activities, and wildlife make it a must-visit destination for both locals and tourists alike.

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East Sands Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.977321/0.58859879 or Grid Reference TF7345. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Birdwatchers at Titchwell fresh marsh From the well maintained path at the RSPB reserve at Titchwell
Birdwatchers at Titchwell fresh marsh
From the well maintained path at the RSPB reserve at Titchwell
An Avocet at Titchwell - RSB reserve Members of this species have webbed feet and readily swim. Their diet consists of aquatic insects and other small creatures. They nest on the ground in loose colonies. In estuarine settings they may feed on exposed bay muds or mudflats. The Pied Avocet is the emblem of the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds.
An Avocet at Titchwell - RSB reserve
Members of this species have webbed feet and readily swim. Their diet consists of aquatic insects and other small creatures. They nest on the ground in loose colonies. In estuarine settings they may feed on exposed bay muds or mudflats. The Pied Avocet is the emblem of the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds.
Remnants of the second world war A concrete structure on the beach at Titchwell, see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/582749">TF7545 : Concrete structure</a> for a longer view.
Remnants of the second world war
A concrete structure on the beach at Titchwell, see TF7545 : Concrete structure for a longer view.
View from the "Fen Hide" Titchwell RSPB reserve.
View from the "Fen Hide"
Titchwell RSPB reserve.
Titchwell reserve Visitor Centre Discretely hidden in the wooded area at the south end of the reserve.
Titchwell reserve Visitor Centre
Discretely hidden in the wooded area at the south end of the reserve.
Willows beside the reserve path The beautiful grey-green colour of crack (or possibly white) willow leaves has resisted every attempt I have ever made to capture it "on-film". Beside this excellent example a bird watcher returns from the reserve wetlands a tripoded-telescope resting upon his shoulder.
Willows beside the reserve path
The beautiful grey-green colour of crack (or possibly white) willow leaves has resisted every attempt I have ever made to capture it "on-film". Beside this excellent example a bird watcher returns from the reserve wetlands a tripoded-telescope resting upon his shoulder.
Tiny no-entry sign
Tiny no-entry sign
The island hide, Titchwell Taken from the path returning from the beach.
The island hide, Titchwell
Taken from the path returning from the beach.
Titchwell, a drying brackish marsh and new hide According to a nearby notice a broken sluice is currently allowing the brackish march to drain. The ongoing plan is for this area to be allowed to evolve into a saltwater marsh. In the distance the new Parrinder hide can be seen see also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2127028">TF7544 : New Parrinder hide, Titchwell</a>.
Titchwell, a drying brackish marsh and new hide
According to a nearby notice a broken sluice is currently allowing the brackish march to drain. The ongoing plan is for this area to be allowed to evolve into a saltwater marsh. In the distance the new Parrinder hide can be seen see also TF7544 : New Parrinder hide, Titchwell.
The path off the beach At Titchwell RSPB reserve.
The path off the beach
At Titchwell RSPB reserve.
East sands, Titchwell A single razor shell is embedded in the sand. A few yards away on the strand-line there were thousands.
East sands, Titchwell
A single razor shell is embedded in the sand. A few yards away on the strand-line there were thousands.
Peat outcrop on Titchwell Beach See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/598787">TF7545 : Peat deposits</a> for a better description than I could give. The peat is covered with mussels and other shellfish.
Peat outcrop on Titchwell Beach
See TF7545 : Peat deposits for a better description than I could give. The peat is covered with mussels and other shellfish.
Mussel with barnacles On the beach at Titchwell. In the midst of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/598787">TF7545 : Peat deposits</a>.
Mussel with barnacles
On the beach at Titchwell. In the midst of TF7545 : Peat deposits.
Mystery post In the beach at Tichwell, in the distance can be seen the remnants of a groyne or pier, but this relic does not appear to quite line-up with it.
Mystery post
In the beach at Tichwell, in the distance can be seen the remnants of a groyne or pier, but this relic does not appear to quite line-up with it.
Concrete structure On the beach at Titchwell, see also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2531323">TF7545 : Remnants of the second world war</a>.
Concrete structure
On the beach at Titchwell, see also TF7545 : Remnants of the second world war.
Path to the beach Titchwell RSPB reserve.
Path to the beach
Titchwell RSPB reserve.
Boardwalk on the Titchwell reserve Connecting the main path along the west side of the reserve to the sand dunes and the beach.
Boardwalk on the Titchwell reserve
Connecting the main path along the west side of the reserve to the sand dunes and the beach.
Coastal defences at Titchwell Probably a relic from World War II. This is just inland of the sand dunes.
Coastal defences at Titchwell
Probably a relic from World War II. This is just inland of the sand dunes.
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East Sands is located at Grid Ref: TF7345 (Lat: 52.977321, Lng: 0.58859879)

Administrative County: Norfolk

District: King's Lynn and West Norfolk

Police Authority: Norfolk

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