The Marsh

Coastal Marsh, Saltings in Gloucestershire Forest of Dean

England

The Marsh

Dilapidated cottage Dilapidated cottage at Moseley Green.
Dilapidated cottage Credit: Philip Halling

The Marsh in Gloucestershire is a coastal marshland located in the western part of England, bordering the Severn Estuary. Spanning over a vast area, it is known for its unique ecosystem and diverse range of flora and fauna. The marshland is characterized by its flat and low-lying terrain, consisting of muddy and sandy soils.

This coastal marsh is particularly famous for its abundant salt marshes and saltings. These areas are flooded by the tides of the Severn Estuary, creating a dynamic and ever-changing landscape. The saltings are home to a variety of salt-tolerant plants such as sea lavender, sea purslane, and samphire, which thrive in the saline conditions.

The Marsh is an important habitat for numerous bird species, attracting birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts from far and wide. It serves as a crucial breeding ground and feeding area for migratory birds, including waders like curlews, oystercatchers, and redshanks. The mudflats and shallow waters provide an abundant food source for these birds.

In addition to its ecological significance, The Marsh also holds historical and cultural value. The area has been utilized for salt production for centuries, and remnants of the salt pans can still be seen today. The marshland has also been used for grazing livestock, especially sheep and cattle.

Overall, The Marsh in Gloucestershire is a rich and diverse coastal marshland, offering a unique blend of natural beauty, wildlife, and historical importance. Its salt marshes, birdlife, and cultural heritage make it a fascinating destination for visitors and a vital ecosystem to be conserved.

The Marsh Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.76856/-2.5613115 or Grid Reference SO6107. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Marsh is located at Grid Ref: SO6107 (Lat: 51.76856, Lng: -2.5613115)

Administrative County: Gloucestershire

District: Forest of Dean

Police Authority: Gloucestershire

What 3 Words

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.76856,-2.5613115
Parkend
Is In: Gloucestershire, England, UK
Place: village
Postal Code: GL15
Wikidata: Q7138246
Lat/Long: 51.7688325/-2.556915
Railway: level_crossing
Lat/Long: 51.7683228/-2.5563334
The Square
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Source: naptan_import
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Bus Stop
The Square
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Naptan Bearing: SE
Naptan CommonName: The Square
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Naptan NaptanCode: glogjtap
Naptan Street: New Rd
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.7700763/-2.5603064
Bus Stop
The Fountain
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Naptan Bearing: E
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Naptan Indicator: Opp
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Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
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Bus Stop
The Fountain
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Naptan Bearing: W
Naptan CommonName: The Fountain
Naptan NaptanCode: gloagmtm
Naptan Street: Opp Railway Cottages
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.7679855/-2.5575271
The Woodman
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Naptan Bearing: N
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Naptan CommonName: The Woodman
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Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
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Bus Stop
The Woodman
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Naptan Bearing: S
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Naptan Indicator: Opp
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Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
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Bus Stop
The Pike House
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Naptan NaptanCode: glogjtgm
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Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
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Bus Stop
The Pike House
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Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.7679346/-2.5681635
Bus Stop
Old Station
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Naptan ShortCommonName: 791 Only
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Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
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Bus Stop
Whitemead Park
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Source: naptan_import
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Bus Stop
Whitemead Park
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Naptan Indicator: Opp
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Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.7679672/-2.5632511
Bus Stop
Garage
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Naptan Indicator: Opp
Naptan NaptanCode: gloagmpw
Naptan Street: New Rd
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
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Bus Stop
Garage
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Naptan CommonName: Garage
Naptan NaptanCode: gloagmtg
Naptan Street: New Rd
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.7690334/-2.5583805
Bus Stop
Nagshead Nature Reserve
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Naptan Bearing: W
Naptan CommonName: Nagshead Nature Reserve
Naptan Indicator: Opp
Naptan NaptanCode: gloagmgp
Naptan Street: Coleford Road
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.7679471/-2.5655696
Bus Stop
Nagshead Nature Reserve
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Naptan Bearing: E
Naptan CommonName: Nagshead Nature Reserve
Naptan NaptanCode: gloagmgw
Naptan Street: Coleford Road
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.768002/-2.5653674
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 17:15; Sa 10:00
Collection Times Checked: 2015-07-28
Operator: Royal Mail
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: GL15 24
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 51.7686203/-2.5575081
Telephone
Booth: KX100
Covered: booth
Lat/Long: 51.7680223/-2.5565646
Parkend
Naptan AtcoCode: 940GZZDFPKD
Public Transport: station
Railway: station
Usage: tourism
Wikidata: Q7138247
Lat/Long: 51.7677329/-2.555937
Barrier: bollard
Source: Bing
Lat/Long: 51.7684915/-2.5556597
Barrier: bollard
Source: Bing
Lat/Long: 51.7685616/-2.5556114
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Source: Bing
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Lat/Long: 51.7684586/-2.5556831
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Source: Bing
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Barrier: bollard
Source: Bing
Lat/Long: 51.7685446/-2.5556208
Bench
Source: Bing
Lat/Long: 51.768049/-2.5569295
Railway: switch
Lat/Long: 51.7686275/-2.5566344
Power: pole
Source: Bing
Lat/Long: 51.7691574/-2.5557617
Power: pole
Source: Bing
Lat/Long: 51.7688358/-2.5558247
Power: pole
Source: Bing
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Source: Bing
Lat/Long: 51.7688877/-2.5556685
Power: pole
Source: Bing
Lat/Long: 51.7693325/-2.5542737
Dean Forest Cycles
Addr City: Parkend
Addr Postcode: GL15 4HG
Shop: bicycle
Lat/Long: 51.7664294/-2.5559387
Whitemead Park
Tourism: camp_site
Lat/Long: 51.7654237/-2.5604277
Whitemead Park
Tourism: caravan_site
Lat/Long: 51.7653263/-2.5641803
Whitemead Park
Tourism: chalet
Lat/Long: 51.7670614/-2.5617658
Leisure: sports_centre
Sport: gymnastics
Lat/Long: 51.766331/-2.5623774
Whitmead park
Leisure: swimming_pool
Sport: swimming
Lat/Long: 51.7665402/-2.562564
Restaurant
Whitemead park
Source: Bing
Voltage: 275000
Lat/Long: 51.766256/-2.5631382
Cuisine: ice_cream
Shop: kiosk
Lat/Long: 51.7665302/-2.5560179
Cafe
Lat/Long: 51.7665328/-2.5559156
Bicycle Parking
Bicycle Parking: stands
Capacity: 4
Covered: no
Lat/Long: 51.7676606/-2.5560206
Bench
Material: wood
Openbenches Id: 10986
Seats: 4
Lat/Long: 51.76897/-2.561665
Defibrillator
Access: yes
Defibrillator Location: on exterior, street-facing wall
Description: reference number panel is blank
Emergency: defibrillator
Emergency Telephone Code: 999
Opening Hours: 24/7
Wheelchair: yes
Lat/Long: 51.7691816/-2.5617533
Turning Circle
Lat/Long: 51.771811/-2.5568258
Give Way
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Lat/Long: 51.7680573/-2.5623666
Give Way
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Lat/Long: 51.768064/-2.5680797
Give Way
Direction: backward
Lat/Long: 51.7703686/-2.5610021
Give Way
Direction: forward
Lat/Long: 51.7725529/-2.560076
Give Way
Direction: backward
Lat/Long: 51.7683025/-2.5620845
Railway: switch
Lat/Long: 51.7663782/-2.5556093
Railway: switch
Lat/Long: 51.7669499/-2.5557208
Railway: switch
Lat/Long: 51.7686964/-2.5568071
Railway: level_crossing
Lat/Long: 51.7683059/-2.5563732
Bench
Lat/Long: 51.769018/-2.5610547
Bench
Lat/Long: 51.7689632/-2.560752
Bench
Lat/Long: 51.7689788/-2.5608011
Bench
Lat/Long: 51.76899/-2.5608484
Bench
Lat/Long: 51.7690061/-2.5609498
Bench
Lat/Long: 51.7690005/-2.5608993
Bench
Lat/Long: 51.7690147/-2.5610024
Bench
Lat/Long: 51.7702665/-2.5604881
Railway: crossing
Lat/Long: 51.7662111/-2.5555917
Parkend Goods Junction
Railway: junction
Lat/Long: 51.7670683/-2.5557592
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