Colloway Marsh

Coastal Marsh, Saltings in Lancashire Lancaster

England

Colloway Marsh

Southern terminus of the Bay Cycle Way The Bay Cycle Way runs 130 km round the head of Morecambe Bay from Walney Island at the northern end to this point at Glasson Dock which can be seen in the background. It largely coincides with National Cycle Network route 700. — Southern terminus of the Bay Cycle Way Credit: Oliver Dixon

Colloway Marsh is a stunning coastal marshland located in Lancashire, England. It is renowned for its picturesque beauty and rich biodiversity, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers.

Stretching across a vast area, Colloway Marsh features a unique combination of salt marshes and saltings, which are characterized by their tidal mudflats and salt-tolerant vegetation. The marsh is situated at the confluence of the River Colloway and the Irish Sea, creating an ideal habitat for a diverse range of plant and animal species.

One of the marsh's most notable features is its extensive network of tidal creeks and channels, which are influenced by the ebb and flow of the tides. These channels provide important feeding grounds for various bird species, such as waders and waterfowl, particularly during the winter months when migratory birds flock to the area.

The vegetation found in Colloway Marsh is primarily saltmarsh grasses, samphire, and sea lavender, which thrive in the saline conditions. These plants play a crucial role in stabilizing the marshland and providing food and shelter for a multitude of species, including insects, fish, and birds.

In addition to its ecological significance, Colloway Marsh offers visitors a range of recreational activities. There are well-maintained walking trails and bird hides throughout the marsh, allowing visitors to observe the wildlife in their natural habitat. The scenic beauty of the marsh, with its expansive views of the coastline and the distant hills, also provides an excellent backdrop for photography and relaxation.

Overall, Colloway Marsh in Lancashire is a haven of biodiversity and natural splendor, attracting both nature lovers and those seeking tranquility amidst a stunning coastal landscape.

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Colloway Marsh Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.010257/-2.8457612 or Grid Reference SD4457. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Southern terminus of the Bay Cycle Way

The Bay Cycle Way runs 130 km round the head of Morecambe Bay from Walney Island at the northern end to this point at Glasson Dock which can be seen in the background. It largely coincides with National Cycle Network route 700.

Oliver Dixon

Old Boundary Marker on the B5290 in Glasson Dock

Railway Boundary Marker in Glasson Dock on the verge of the B5290 between the dock and the disused railway line, now a cycleway. Thurnham parish. Raised lettering partially buried but presumably L & N W R / BOUNDARY to mark the boundary of the London and North Western Railway line opened in 1883. Milestone Society National ID: LA_THURN01em

H Jones

Glasson Marina (1)

Taken from beside the children's play area in Glasson Dock, near Lancaster, I am looking across to Glasson Marina. The tree line beside the boat shed marks the opening of the Lancaster Canal.

Carroll Pierce

Glasson Marina (2)

Taken from near the children's play area in Glasson Dock, near Lancaster, I am looking across to Glasson Marina.

Carroll Pierce

Bodie Hill to Fleetwood

Taken at the viewing point where Bodie Hill meets Tithebarn Hill above Glasson Dock, near Lancaster, I am looking south west across Glasson Marsh towards Fleetwood.

Carroll Pierce

Tithebarn Hill, Glasson

I am on Tithebarn Hill, Glasson Dock, near Lancaster, and looking south towards School Lane.

Carroll Pierce

Sunderland Point

Taken on Tithebarn Hill, Glasson, near Lancaster, I am looking west across the Lune estuary to Sunderland Point.

Carroll Pierce

Ashton Memorial from Glasson

Taken at the viewing point on Tithebarn Hill, Glasson, I am looking north east across the River Lune to Lancaster and the Ashton Memorial which is visible at the top of the hill on the horizon.

Carroll Pierce

Glasson Sailing Club

Taken at the viewing point on Tithebarn Hill, Glasson, near Lancaster, I am looking north towards Glasson Sailing Club on the south bank of the River Lune, marked in this shot by the collection of sailing masts straddling the centre. The Fells of south Cumbria can be seen in the distance.

Carroll Pierce

Crook Farm and Marsh Lane

Taken on the viewing point on Tithebarn Hill, Glasson, near Lancaster, I am looking south west across Glasson Marsh to Marsh Lane and Crook Farm. Fleetwood and Rossall Point can be glimpsed across the south section of the bay.

Carroll Pierce

Cockersand Abbey

Taken on the viewing point on Tithebarn Hill, Glasson, near Lancaster, I am looking south west towards what remains of Cockersand Abbey. If visibility had been better on this murky day, Blackpool Tower would be much more clearly discernible across the bay; the eagle-eyed can just make out its outline to the centre of shot.

Carroll Pierce

Heysham Power Stations 1 and 2 (a)

Taken on the viewing point on Tithebarn Hill, Glasson, near Lancaster, I am looking north west across Glasson Marsh and the Lune estuary towards the nuclear power stations in Heysham, known as Heysham 1 (furthest from shot) and Heysham 2. According to news sources, Heysham 1 is set to stop generating power in 2024 and Heysham 2 in 2028 (Link

viewed 11/05/2022)

Carroll Pierce

Heysham Power Stations 1 and 2 (b)

viewed 11/05/2022)

Carroll Pierce

Tithebarn Hill to Glasson Dock

Taken at the top of Tithebarn Hill, Glasson, near Lancaster, before it turns south to join Dobs Lane and School Lane, I am looking across the village and up the River Lune towards the Fells of the Forest of Bowland.

Carroll Pierce

On Tithebarn Hill in Glasson

Taken near the top of Tithebarn Hill, Glasson, near Lancaster.

Carroll Pierce

Glasson Marina (3)

Taken from the car park at Glasson Dock, near Lancaster, I am looking southwards across to the pontoons at Glasson Marina.

Carroll Pierce

Glasson Marina (4)

Taken from the car park at Glasson Dock, near Lancaster, I am looking south west across the entrance to the lock separating Glasson Marina from the main dock. Glasson village is beyond.

Carroll Pierce

OS Bench Mark

OS rivet bench mark from the 20th century levelling on east parapet of A588 bridge over Burrow Beck. 15.15 m above datum. (The camera was pointed almost vertically downwards.)

Phil Johnstone

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Colloway Marsh is located at Grid Ref: SD4457 (Lat: 54.010257, Lng: -2.8457612)

Administrative County: Lancashire

District: Lancaster

Police Authority: Lancashire