Acaster Marshes Reach

Sea, Estuary, Creek in Yorkshire Selby

England

Acaster Marshes Reach

Stillingfleet, Ministry of Defence Building Credit: Gordon Kneale Brooke

Acaster Marshes Reach is a picturesque area located in the county of Yorkshire, England. Situated alongside the River Ouse, it is a renowned spot for nature lovers and those seeking tranquility. This reach is characterized by its unique combination of sea, estuary, and creek environments, making it a diverse and captivating destination.

The reach is encompassed by lush marshland, providing a haven for various species of flora and fauna. The sea aspect of Acaster Marshes Reach offers breathtaking views and the opportunity to witness the ebb and flow of the tides. The estuary, formed by the meeting of the river and the sea, is a thriving ecosystem where freshwater and saltwater intermingle, creating a habitat for an array of wildlife. The creek, a narrow inlet, provides shelter for smaller aquatic creatures and serves as an important breeding ground.

Visitors to Acaster Marshes Reach can explore its beauty through various activities such as birdwatching, hiking, and boating. The area is teeming with a diverse range of bird species, including wading birds, ducks, and swans, making it a paradise for bird enthusiasts. The marshes also house a variety of plant species, such as reeds and grasses, which contribute to the unique ecosystem.

Acaster Marshes Reach is not only a haven for wildlife but also offers a respite for those seeking tranquility and escape from the bustling city life. Its serenity, combined with the stunning natural landscapes, makes it an ideal destination for nature walks and peaceful contemplation. Whether one is interested in exploring the sea, estuary, or creek, Acaster Marshes Reach offers a harmonious blend of diverse environments that is sure to captivate visitors.

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Acaster Marshes Reach Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.871245/-1.1134157 or Grid Reference SE5842. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Stillingfleet, Ministry of Defence Building

Gordon Kneale Brooke

Home Farm entrance

Combined gate and cattle grid at the roadside track leading to Home Farm.

William Metcalfe

Stillingfleet Church

Martin Norman

Stillingfleet Bridge

Village bridge over Stillingfleet Beck

Martin Norman

Moreby Hall

Martin Norman

Stillingfleet church

Looking N from position

Iain Macaulay

Acaster Selby, St John the Evangelist

Acaster Selby is a small village (19 houses) in the confluence of the rivers Ouse and Wharfe south of York and the church is an unspoilt and unaltered gem by Pearson of 1850 with a fifteenth century font reputedly originating from Kirkham Priory.

Gareth Foster

College Farm, Acaster Selby

Acaster Selby is a small riverside village south of York and the Selby part of the name comes from a grange of Selby Abbey having been here before the dissolution. College Farm dates from before 1829 and is a fine building which is currently empty. There are two massive brick barns, one of similar date and one which appears earlier. A few hundred yards away is the site of the college, a pre-reformation school dissolved under the Chantries Act (as it also was one) and now represented by bumps in a field.

Gareth Foster

River Ouse, Acaster Selby

There was once a ferry here linking to Stillingfleet, on the opposite bank. On Boxing Day 1833 the ferry sank whilst carrying Stilligfleet church choir and eleven people were drowned, mostly teenage girls and a disaster for a small village which is still remembered today. Subsequently the ferry, which took an oblique course across the river, was moved to a more direct course slightly further upstream and is now no more. The Ouse is tidal at this point and a navigation demanding some care; before the coming of railways, and indeed for many years after, it was a very busy commercial waterway.

Gareth Foster