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Cooper's Creek

Sea, Estuary, Creek in Essex Maldon

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Cooper's Creek

River Blackwater south shore At high tide
River Blackwater south shore Credit: Chris Morgan

Cooper's Creek, located in Essex, England, is a picturesque waterway that stretches from the sea to an estuary, forming a tranquil and scenic creek. The creek, which measures approximately 5 miles in length, meanders through a diverse landscape of marshes, mudflats, and salt marshes, creating a unique ecosystem that supports a wide array of wildlife.

At its mouth, Cooper's Creek meets the North Sea, providing a direct connection to the open ocean. This connection allows for the tidal flow to influence the creek, resulting in constantly changing water levels and currents. As a result, the creek is home to a rich variety of marine life, including fish, crabs, and mollusks.

Moving inland, the creek widens into an estuary, where it meets the River Colne. The estuary serves as an important habitat for numerous bird species, such as wading birds, ducks, and geese, making it a popular destination for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts.

As the creek continues further inland, it narrows and transforms into a serene waterway, bordered by lush vegetation and reed beds. This section of the creek offers a tranquil setting for boating and fishing activities, attracting both locals and visitors seeking relaxation and recreation.

Cooper's Creek not only serves as a natural haven for wildlife but also holds historical significance. It has been used for centuries as a transportation route, facilitating trade and travel between coastal communities.

Overall, Cooper's Creek in Essex is a beautiful and diverse waterway, offering a blend of natural beauty, recreational opportunities, and historical significance.

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Cooper's Creek Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.711458/0.75459226 or Grid Reference TL9005. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

River Blackwater south shore At high tide
River Blackwater south shore
At high tide
Path by Southey Creek
Path by Southey Creek
Mid River Blackwater
Mid River Blackwater
Causeway to Decoy Point Taken on Osea Island near West Point. The causeway is thought to be originally Roman. It is almost a mile long and emerges at low tide - and is the only way to access the private island (apart from by air). Taken when staying on the island to celebrate a friend's birthday.
Causeway to Decoy Point
Taken on Osea Island near West Point. The causeway is thought to be originally Roman. It is almost a mile long and emerges at low tide - and is the only way to access the private island (apart from by air). Taken when staying on the island to celebrate a friend's birthday.
Ruined landing stage, Osea Island This is near the Manor House on the southern side of the island and is on the main channel of the River Blackwater. The white building on the mainland which can just be seen through the leftmost gap in the pier, is Stansgate Abbey, the home of the late Tony Benn. Osea Island is private and the shot was taken while staying on the island to celebrate a friend's birthday.
Ruined landing stage, Osea Island
This is near the Manor House on the southern side of the island and is on the main channel of the River Blackwater. The white building on the mainland which can just be seen through the leftmost gap in the pier, is Stansgate Abbey, the home of the late Tony Benn. Osea Island is private and the shot was taken while staying on the island to celebrate a friend's birthday.
Ruined pier/landing stage Osea Island The nomenclature varies according to which OS map you look at. See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7392916">TL9105 : Ruined landing stage, Osea Island</a> for further details.
Ruined pier/landing stage Osea Island
The nomenclature varies according to which OS map you look at. See TL9105 : Ruined landing stage, Osea Island for further details.
On The Chase, Osea Island The Chase is the track from the causeway to the area of Osea Farm and on to the Manor House. Here I am approaching the area of farm buildings and cottages. Osea is a private Island; the photo taken while staying on the island for a friend's birthday celebrations.
On The Chase, Osea Island
The Chase is the track from the causeway to the area of Osea Farm and on to the Manor House. Here I am approaching the area of farm buildings and cottages. Osea is a private Island; the photo taken while staying on the island for a friend's birthday celebrations.
Sunset over Lawling Creek
Sunset over Lawling Creek
Osea Island Jetty This is the jetty on Osea Island <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.oseaisland.co.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.oseaisland.co.uk/">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> it is a privately owned island in the River Blackwater.
Osea Island Jetty
This is the jetty on Osea Island LinkExternal link it is a privately owned island in the River Blackwater.
Mayland Creek Taken from the footpath on the eastern side of the creek looking north-west.
Mayland Creek
Taken from the footpath on the eastern side of the creek looking north-west.
Mundon Stone Point The water in the centre of the picture is Lawling Creek and the spit of land projecting into it is Mundon Stone Point. Taken from the northern end of Mayland Creek whose waters can just be made out in the bottom left of the picture.
Mundon Stone Point
The water in the centre of the picture is Lawling Creek and the spit of land projecting into it is Mundon Stone Point. Taken from the northern end of Mayland Creek whose waters can just be made out in the bottom left of the picture.
Steeple Bay Holiday Park, Steeple Steeple Bay is a caravan and camping site situated on the south bank of the River Blackwater.
Steeple Bay Holiday Park, Steeple
Steeple Bay is a caravan and camping site situated on the south bank of the River Blackwater.
West Point This is West Point Osea Island taken from the causeway to the island
West Point
This is West Point Osea Island taken from the causeway to the island
South-side of the Entrance to Lawling Creek, Maylandsea South-side of the entrance to Lawling Creek, with remains of old seawall in foreground, looking towards the village of Maylandsea.
South-side of the Entrance to Lawling Creek, Maylandsea
South-side of the entrance to Lawling Creek, with remains of old seawall in foreground, looking towards the village of Maylandsea.
Brick House #6 Brick House #6 sluice drains into Lawling Creek on the River Blackwater
Brick House #6
Brick House #6 sluice drains into Lawling Creek on the River Blackwater
Footpath to Maldon This is the seawall at Lawling Creek looking towards the River Blackwater. Keep on walking and you will arrive at Maldon.
Footpath to Maldon
This is the seawall at Lawling Creek looking towards the River Blackwater. Keep on walking and you will arrive at Maldon.
Osea Island Taken from a Cherokee from Southend Flying Club
Osea Island
Taken from a Cherokee from Southend Flying Club
Osea Island with Cooper's Creek beyond I believe the area to the top left of the picture is in grid TL9005, shown on the map as Coopers Creek.
Osea Island with Cooper's Creek beyond
I believe the area to the top left of the picture is in grid TL9005, shown on the map as Coopers Creek.
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Cooper's Creek is located at Grid Ref: TL9005 (Lat: 51.711458, Lng: 0.75459226)

Administrative County: Essex

District: Maldon

Police Authority: Essex

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