Tycho Wing's Channel

Sea, Estuary, Creek in Lincolnshire South Holland

England

Tycho Wing's Channel

Guy's Head and Nene Lighthouses: aerial 2023 (1)
Guy's Head and Nene Lighthouses: aerial 2023 (1) Credit: Chris

Tycho Wing's Channel is a body of water located in Lincolnshire, England. It serves as a sea, estuary, and creek, providing a diverse ecosystem and recreational opportunities for locals and visitors alike.

As a sea, Tycho Wing's Channel connects with the North Sea, offering access to the open waters. It provides a gateway for various maritime activities such as boating, fishing, and sailing. The channel's proximity to the North Sea also makes it an important route for commercial shipping, with vessels transporting goods to and from nearby ports.

The channel also functions as an estuary, where it meets the land. This transitional zone between river and sea brings together freshwater and saltwater, creating a unique environment that supports a rich biodiversity. The estuary is home to a variety of plant and animal species, including wading birds, fish, and shellfish. It serves as an important feeding and breeding ground for these creatures, contributing to the overall ecological balance of the region.

Additionally, Tycho Wing's Channel acts as a creek, winding its way through the Lincolnshire countryside. The creek provides picturesque views and opportunities for leisurely walks along its banks. Its meandering path creates an idyllic and tranquil setting, attracting nature enthusiasts and photographers.

Overall, Tycho Wing's Channel in Lincolnshire is a versatile waterway that encompasses the characteristics of a sea, estuary, and creek. It offers a range of recreational activities, supports a diverse ecosystem, and provides a scenic backdrop for those seeking solace in nature.

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Tycho Wing's Channel Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.81571/0.21413585 or Grid Reference TF4926. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Guy's Head and Nene Lighthouses: aerial 2023 (1)
Guy's Head and Nene Lighthouses: aerial 2023 (1)
Bull's Creek, Terrington Marsh, near Guy's Head: aerial 2023 (1)
Bull's Creek, Terrington Marsh, near Guy's Head: aerial 2023 (1)
Bull's Creek, Terrington Marsh, near Guy's Head: aerial 2023 (2)
Bull's Creek, Terrington Marsh, near Guy's Head: aerial 2023 (2)
Guy's Head and Nene Lighthouses: aerial 2023 (2)
Guy's Head and Nene Lighthouses: aerial 2023 (2)
Guy's Head and Nene Lighthouses: aerial 2023 (3)
Guy's Head and Nene Lighthouses: aerial 2023 (3)
Guy's Head and Nene Lighthouses: aerial 2023 (4)
Guy's Head and Nene Lighthouses: aerial 2023 (4)
Guy's Head and Nene Lighthouses: aerial 2023 (5)
Guy's Head and Nene Lighthouses: aerial 2023 (5)
Old Dea Bank east of River Nene near Guy's Head: aerial 2023
Old Dea Bank east of River Nene near Guy's Head: aerial 2023
Lutton Leam, Leamlands, Lutton Marsh: aerial 2023 (1) Lutton Leam (drain) running across top left quadrant.
Lutton Leam, Leamlands, Lutton Marsh: aerial 2023 (1)
Lutton Leam (drain) running across top left quadrant.
Lutton Leam, Leamlands, Lutton Marsh: aerial 2023 (2) Lutton Leam (drain) running across top left quadrant.
Lutton Leam, Leamlands, Lutton Marsh: aerial 2023 (2)
Lutton Leam (drain) running across top left quadrant.
Guy's Head and Nene Lighthouses: aerial 2023 (5) West Lighthouse
Guy's Head and Nene Lighthouses: aerial 2023 (5) West Lighthouse
Guy's Head and Nene Lighthouses: aerial 2023 (6) West Lighthouse
Guy's Head and Nene Lighthouses: aerial 2023 (6) West Lighthouse
Guy's Head and Nene Lighthouses: aerial 2023 (6) East Bank Lighthouse, former home of naturalist Peter Scott. See:
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Guy's Head and Nene Lighthouses: aerial 2023 (6)
East Bank Lighthouse, former home of naturalist Peter Scott. See: LinkExternal link and LinkExternal link
Guy's Head and Nene Lighthouses: aerial 2023 (7) East Bank Lighthouse, former home of naturalist Peter Scott. See:
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Guy's Head and Nene Lighthouses: aerial 2023 (7)
East Bank Lighthouse, former home of naturalist Peter Scott. See: LinkExternal link and LinkExternal link
Guy's Head and Nene Lighthouses: aerial 2023 (7) East and West Bank Lighthouses.
Guy's Head and Nene Lighthouses: aerial 2023 (7)
East and West Bank Lighthouses.
Guy's Head and Nene Lighthouses: aerial 2023 (8) East and West Bank Lighthouses.
Guy's Head and Nene Lighthouses: aerial 2023 (8)
East and West Bank Lighthouses.
The inside of the Sea Bank Looking along the inner slope of the Sea Bank, which separates the Wash from the farmland reclaimed from it.  The outer slope is less steep and more overgrown.
The inside of the Sea Bank
Looking along the inner slope of the Sea Bank, which separates the Wash from the farmland reclaimed from it. The outer slope is less steep and more overgrown.
Salt marshland, with fresh-water reservoir in distance The mashland is visited by wildfowl and samphire-gatherers. The "Outer Trial Bank" was built in the 1970s as part of the failed Wash Barrage scheme.
Salt marshland, with fresh-water reservoir in distance
The mashland is visited by wildfowl and samphire-gatherers. The "Outer Trial Bank" was built in the 1970s as part of the failed Wash Barrage scheme.
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Tycho Wing's Channel is located at Grid Ref: TF4926 (Lat: 52.81571, Lng: 0.21413585)

Administrative County: Lincolnshire

District: South Holland

Police Authority: Lincolnshire

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Located within 500m of 52.81571,0.21413585
Source: PGS
Lat/Long: 52.8119287/0.212388
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Lat/Long: 52.812373/0.2125007
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Lat/Long: 52.8142219/0.2128547
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Lat/Long: 52.8163545/0.2154269
Tycho Wing's Channel
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 52.8157979/0.2141312
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Backrest: yes
Check Date: 2021-04-09
Lat/Long: 52.8149134/0.2175199
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Lat/Long: 52.8131177/0.215158
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