Old Lutton Leam Creek

Sea, Estuary, Creek in Lincolnshire South Holland

England

Old Lutton Leam Creek

Walking to Outer Trial Bank Guided by highly knowledgeable locals to safely walk the 2 miles across sticky mud to Outer Trial Bank.
Walking to Outer Trial Bank Credit: Sarah Dalrymple

Old Lutton Leam Creek is a small waterway located in Lincolnshire, England. It is situated near the coastal town of Skegness and is known for its scenic beauty and diverse wildlife. The creek is formed by the convergence of several smaller streams and flows into the North Sea.

As an estuary, Old Lutton Leam Creek experiences tidal fluctuations, with water levels rising and falling twice a day. During high tide, the creek is filled with seawater, creating a brackish environment that supports a variety of marine life. The creek is an important habitat for fish, crustaceans, and various species of birds.

The surrounding area of Old Lutton Leam Creek is characterized by marshland and mudflats. These habitats are home to numerous species of wading birds, such as curlews, redshanks, and oystercatchers. The mudflats provide an abundant source of food for these birds, attracting them in large numbers throughout the year.

Visitors to Old Lutton Leam Creek can enjoy the natural beauty of the area by taking leisurely walks along the creek's banks. The creek offers stunning views of the surrounding marshes and is a popular spot for birdwatching enthusiasts. It also provides opportunities for fishing, with anglers often trying their luck in the creek's waters.

Overall, Old Lutton Leam Creek is a picturesque waterway that showcases the diverse and vibrant ecosystem of the Lincolnshire coast. Its unique combination of saltwater and freshwater habitats attracts a wide range of wildlife, making it a must-visit destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

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Old Lutton Leam Creek Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.821917/0.21203214 or Grid Reference TF4927. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Walking to Outer Trial Bank Guided by highly knowledgeable locals to safely walk the 2 miles across sticky mud to Outer Trial Bank.
Walking to Outer Trial Bank
Guided by highly knowledgeable locals to safely walk the 2 miles across sticky mud to Outer Trial Bank.
Guy's Head and Nene Lighthouses: aerial 2023 (1)
Guy's Head and Nene Lighthouses: aerial 2023 (1)
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)
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.
Farm road and trees next to the sea bank near Sutton Bridge
Farm road and trees next to the sea bank near Sutton Bridge
Creek in the salt marshes near Sutton Bridge The island in the distance is a failed man made reservoir experiment. It does not appear on O. S. explorer map 249 even though it's been there since the 1970's. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.bbc.co.uk/lincolnshire/content/articles/2008/10/08/abandoned_wash_feature.shtml" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.bbc.co.uk/lincolnshire/content/articles/2008/10/08/abandoned_wash_feature.shtml">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>
Creek in the salt marshes near Sutton Bridge
The island in the distance is a failed man made reservoir experiment. It does not appear on O. S. explorer map 249 even though it's been there since the 1970's. LinkExternal link
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Old Lutton Leam Creek is located at Grid Ref: TF4927 (Lat: 52.821917, Lng: 0.21203214)

Administrative County: Lincolnshire

District: South Holland

Police Authority: Lincolnshire

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