The Marsh

Coastal Marsh, Saltings in Hampshire Basingstoke and Deane

England

The Marsh

Greenham Common The interesting looking Bunker Farm - The house is made of cob, a mixture of clay, stone and straw, and the walls are approx 3ft thick. The rest of the square is a mixture of woodland, farmland and the old Greenham Common Airbase. — Greenham Common Credit: Brendan and Ruth McCartney

The Marsh, located in Hampshire, is a stunning coastal marshland boasting an enchanting landscape of salt marshes and saltings. Spanning over a vast area, this nature reserve is a haven for wildlife and a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers.

The marshland is characterized by its unique ecosystem, consisting of intertidal mudflats, salt pans, and creeks. These habitats provide a rich feeding ground for a diverse range of bird species, making it a designated Special Protection Area for birds. Visitors can spot a variety of wading birds, such as redshanks, curlews, and oystercatchers, as well as migratory birds like Brent geese and black-tailed godwits.

In addition to its avian population, The Marsh is also home to various plant species that have adapted to the saline environment. Sea lavender, sea aster, and samphire are just a few examples of the vibrant flora that thrives in this coastal marsh.

Visitors can explore the marshland through a network of footpaths and trails, providing an opportunity to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the area. The reserve offers several bird hides strategically placed to observe the avian activity without disturbing the birds. The Marsh also hosts guided walks and educational programs, allowing visitors to learn about the unique ecology and conservation efforts in place.

Whether it's the serene landscape, the rich biodiversity, or the educational opportunities, The Marsh in Hampshire is a captivating destination for nature lovers seeking to experience the beauty of a coastal marshland.

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Greenham Common The interesting looking Bunker Farm - The house is made of cob, a mixture of clay, stone and straw, and the walls are approx 3ft thick. The rest of the square is a mixture of woodland, farmland and the old Greenham Common Airbase.

Greenham Common

The interesting looking Bunker Farm - The house is made of cob, a mixture of clay, stone and straw, and the walls are approx 3ft thick. The rest of the square is a mixture of woodland, farmland and the old Greenham Common Airbase.

Brendan and Ruth McCartney

Ye Olde Swan Inn This pub is situated below the Church in this square, at the intersection. This picture was taken looking south.

Ye Olde Swan Inn

This pub is situated below the Church in this square, at the intersection. This picture was taken looking south.

Ye Olde Swan Inn The pub lies in the extreme north of the square, in the eastern quadrant. As one comes down from the grid north of this one and as one passes over the riverbridge, the pub is in view between the B4640 and the junction with the road to Burgchlere, before it forks.

Ye Olde Swan Inn

The pub lies in the extreme north of the square, in the eastern quadrant. As one comes down from the grid north of this one and as one passes over the riverbridge, the pub is in view between the B4640 and the junction with the road to Burgchlere, before it forks.

The Stream alongside Ye Olde Swan Inn This stream runs diagonally through the square from NE-SW and is on the eastern side of the pub, between the pub and the road into Newtown.

The Stream alongside Ye Olde Swan Inn

This stream runs diagonally through the square from NE-SW and is on the eastern side of the pub, between the pub and the road into Newtown.

Newtown Church Newtown Church

Newtown Church

Newtown Church

Junction of Well Street and Harts Lane, Burghclere Junction of Well Street and Harts Lane, Burghclere

Junction of Well Street and Harts Lane, Burghclere

Junction of Well Street and Harts Lane, Burghclere

Silver Birch Woodland: Greenham This square is mostly woodland/plantation and farmland. The A339 also runs across the northern half of the square. This view of these silver birches is west of the lane that runs south off the roundabout in the north eastern corner of the square.

Silver Birch Woodland: Greenham

This square is mostly woodland/plantation and farmland. The A339 also runs across the northern half of the square. This view of these silver birches is west of the lane that runs south off the roundabout in the north eastern corner of the square.

Silver Birch: Bark and Bracken A closeup of the birch bark . This birch copse is also overgrown with bracken.

Silver Birch: Bark and Bracken

A closeup of the birch bark . This birch copse is also overgrown with bracken.

Haymaking near Greenham This field was in the process of being mown for hay. This square contains some of the village of Bishops Green and is mostly farmland. This field is in the western half of the square, near the intersection of the minor road and Hyde Lane.

Haymaking near Greenham

This field was in the process of being mown for hay. This square contains some of the village of Bishops Green and is mostly farmland. This field is in the western half of the square, near the intersection of the minor road and Hyde Lane.

Wrapped Hay near Bishop's Green This square is mostly farmland. This farmland east of Hyde Lane, is ahead of the other fields in this square.

Wrapped Hay near Bishop's Green

This square is mostly farmland. This farmland east of Hyde Lane, is ahead of the other fields in this square.

Farmland near Newtown This field is in the centre of the square, south of Sydonton Common.

Farmland near Newtown

This field is in the centre of the square, south of Sydonton Common.

Farmland in Newtown This field is in the eastern half of the square between the edge of the square and Newtown house.

Farmland in Newtown

This field is in the eastern half of the square between the edge of the square and Newtown house.

Farmland near Newtown This field is in the north western section of the square, south of the road. The bearing looks more or less south east towards Arbuthnot Wood.

Farmland near Newtown

This field is in the north western section of the square, south of the road. The bearing looks more or less south east towards Arbuthnot Wood.

Pasture near Newtown These sheep were grazing in pasture in the north eastern section of the square. The bearing is more or less north, looking towards Rosemore Copse.

Pasture near Newtown

These sheep were grazing in pasture in the north eastern section of the square. The bearing is more or less north, looking towards Rosemore Copse.

Heather field: Newtown A surprise heather field in wooded area (mostly birch) near Newtown Grange and Newtown. This field is in the north western section of the square. The picture was taken from the footpath.

Heather field: Newtown

A surprise heather field in wooded area (mostly birch) near Newtown Grange and Newtown. This field is in the north western section of the square. The picture was taken from the footpath.

Heather near Newtown This heather field is alongside woodland in the north western section of the square. The square is mostly woodland or plantation with isolated detached residences spread across the square, mostly off the minor road and Sheepwash Lane.

Heather near Newtown

This heather field is alongside woodland in the north western section of the square. The square is mostly woodland or plantation with isolated detached residences spread across the square, mostly off the minor road and Sheepwash Lane.

Paddock near Newtown This paddock in the south eastern section of the square belongs to a stud farm in the area. This square is mostly farmland with some detached residences along the lanes.

Paddock near Newtown

This paddock in the south eastern section of the square belongs to a stud farm in the area. This square is mostly farmland with some detached residences along the lanes.

Woodland near Newtown This square is mostly woodland and farmland, with some detached residences spread across the square. There is also a school down one of the private roads in the square. This woodland is in the eastern section of the square.

Woodland near Newtown

This square is mostly woodland and farmland, with some detached residences spread across the square. There is also a school down one of the private roads in the square. This woodland is in the eastern section of the square.

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The Marsh is located at Grid Ref: SU4862 (Lat: 51.363205, Lng: -1.3098817)

Administrative County: Hampshire

District: Basingstoke and Deane

Police Authority: Hampshire

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