Earl Creek

Sea, Estuary, Creek in Essex Maldon

England

Earl Creek

Decoy Point at high tide From mid-river Blackwater — Decoy Point at high tide Credit: Chris Morgan

Earl Creek is a small waterway located in Essex, England. It is situated on the eastern coast of the country, specifically in the region known as the Essex estuaries. The creek runs parallel to the North Sea, providing a picturesque view of the seafront.

The creek is a tidal waterway, meaning the water levels rise and fall with the tides. This creates an ever-changing landscape, with mud flats and sandbanks emerging during low tide, and water flowing through the channel during high tide. The estuary environment is known for its rich biodiversity, with various species of birds, fish, and marine life calling the creek their home.

Earl Creek is surrounded by marshes and salt marsh habitats, which provide important feeding grounds and nesting sites for migratory birds. The area is a popular spot for birdwatching enthusiasts, who flock to the creek to observe species such as curlews, oystercatchers, and avocets.

The creek is also utilized by local fishermen, who take advantage of the diverse marine life that inhabits the area. Fish such as cod, sole, and herring can be found in the waters, attracting anglers from nearby towns and villages.

In addition to its natural beauty and recreational activities, Earl Creek also has historical significance. The surrounding area is dotted with remnants of ancient settlements and Roman ruins, providing a glimpse into the region's past.

Overall, Earl Creek is a charming and vibrant waterway, offering a unique blend of natural wonders, recreational opportunities, and historical intrigue.

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Earl Creek Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.730591/0.76283823 or Grid Reference TL9007. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Decoy Point at high tide

From mid-river Blackwater

Chris Morgan

Decoy Point at high tide

Chris Morgan

Seawall near Decoy Point, Heybridge

The sea wall at Decoy Point, Heybridge and the tidal River Blackwater. See also: TL8906 : Seawall near Decoy Point, Heybridge

Roger Jones

Seawall near Decoy Point, Heybridge

The sea wall at Decoy Point, Heybridge and the tidal River Blackwater. See also: TL8806 : Seawall near Decoy Point, Heybridge

Roger Jones

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.

Trevor Harris

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.

Trevor Harris

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.

Trevor Harris

Overgrown shingle banks near East Point, Osea Island

These banks are stable (for now) being behind the island's earlier sea defences. Osea Island is private; photo taken while staying on the island to celebrate a friend's birthday.

Trevor Harris

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.

Trevor Harris

Channel near East Point, Osea Island

An interesting area of shingly saltmarsh at the eastern end of the island.

Trevor Harris

Goldhanger Creek

A warm summer day (30°C) on the River Blackwater as seen from the England Coast path. As well as boats, there are a couple of wild swimmers, presumably hoping to cool off.

Roger Jones

Adams Ale

Residents in Goldhanger have a choice free mineral water from the village pump or Beer from a selection of pubs (sadly not free)!

Glyn Baker

Unleaded? No Chance!

Some early petrol pumps in a long defunct garage forecourt in Goldhanger

Glyn Baker

St. Peter's church, Goldhanger, Essex

The north side of the church is Norman, 11th century, and the south side is 14th century when the aisle was added. There is evidence of much re-used Roman brick. The tower was added in the 15th century.

Robert Edwards

Goldhanger Creek, by Joyce's Farm.

This is about an hour or two after high tide on the Essex salt marshes. There are huge expanses of marshland exposed at low tide. A dyke protects the reclaimed fields from flooding.

Colin Smith

Low Tide west of Gore Saltings.

Large expanses of Goldhanger Creek beds are exposed with shingle, sands and mud evident.

Colin Smith

Salt Marsh Channel, by Gore Saltings.

This is an hour or two after high tide. The dyke is on the left while the channel is running away into the distance to the Blackwater Estuary. On the right is the long spit with Gore Saltings on the other (south) side of it.

Colin Smith

Salt Marsh Channel, near Joyce's Farm.

This channel parallels the sea wall (seen on the left). Reclaimed fields once occupied the land on the right of the channel but they have been allowed to revert to grazing marsh. A few cows were seen in the grass while ducks, herons and swans occupied the channel. This area was famous in Victorian times for its wildfowling. Ducks (like wigeon) were corralled into the covered inlets on the decoy ponds, caught there, killed, and then sent to the London markets.

Colin Smith

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Earl Creek is located at Grid Ref: TL9007 (Lat: 51.730591, Lng: 0.76283823)

Administrative County: Essex

District: Maldon

Police Authority: Essex