Quince's Corner

Coastal Marsh, Saltings in Essex Maldon

England

Quince's Corner

Great Wigborough: Houses in Peldon Road
Great Wigborough: Houses in Peldon Road Credit: Michael Garlick

Quince's Corner is a charming coastal marsh located in Essex, England. Nestled in the heart of the county, it is renowned for its stunning saltings and diverse wildlife. Situated near the coast, the area offers breathtaking views of the estuary and the surrounding marshland.

The marsh itself is a vast expanse of wetland, characterized by its unique blend of freshwater and saltwater. This distinctive combination has created a rich and fertile habitat, supporting a wide array of plant and animal species. Visitors can expect to encounter an abundance of birdlife, with various species of waders, waterfowl, and seabirds making Quince's Corner their home.

The saltings, which are a defining feature of the area, are salt marshes formed by the ebb and flow of tides. These tidal flats boast a unique ecosystem, hosting an assortment of salt-tolerant plants and creatures. The saltings are particularly popular among birdwatchers, who flock to witness the vast flocks of migratory birds that use this area as a resting and feeding ground.

Quince's Corner is also a haven for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike, as it offers a network of walking trails that traverse the marshland. These trails provide an opportunity to explore the diverse flora and fauna, as well as enjoy the tranquil beauty of the marshes.

In summary, Quince's Corner in Essex offers a captivating coastal marsh experience, with its picturesque saltings, diverse wildlife, and scenic walking trails. It is a must-visit destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat and a chance to immerse themselves in the wonders of nature.

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Quince's Corner Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.784249/0.85751417 or Grid Reference TL9713. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Great Wigborough: Houses in Peldon Road
Great Wigborough: Houses in Peldon Road
Mudflats near Joyce's Head From the seawall at Old Hall Marshes RSPB reserve.
Mudflats near Joyce's Head
From the seawall at Old Hall Marshes RSPB reserve.
Saltmarsh by Salcott Channel From the seawall at Old Hall Marshes RSPB reserve.
Saltmarsh by Salcott Channel
From the seawall at Old Hall Marshes RSPB reserve.
Saltmarsh by Salcott Channel
Saltmarsh by Salcott Channel
Breach B This panorama shows part of the largest continuous stretch of salt-marsh in Essex. It was created by Essex Wildlife Trust <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.essexwt.org.uk/visitor_centres__nature_reserves/abbotts_hall_farm/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.essexwt.org.uk/visitor_centres__nature_reserves/abbotts_hall_farm/">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> by cutting five breaches in the existing sea wall in October 2002, thus allowing 200 acres of reclaimed farmland to revert to a more natural state. You can see the scene in 2007 at <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/550777">TL9613 : New Saltmarsh</a> "Breach B" is the largest of the gaps.
Breach B
This panorama shows part of the largest continuous stretch of salt-marsh in Essex. It was created by Essex Wildlife Trust LinkExternal link by cutting five breaches in the existing sea wall in October 2002, thus allowing 200 acres of reclaimed farmland to revert to a more natural state. You can see the scene in 2007 at TL9613 : New Saltmarsh "Breach B" is the largest of the gaps.
Field with sheep Sheep at Copt Hall Farm, owned by the National Trust.
Field with sheep
Sheep at Copt Hall Farm, owned by the National Trust.
Abbot's Hall Saltings As seen from the sea wall near the National Trust's Copt Hall Farm. The water is Salcott Channel, part of the Blackwater Estuary.
Abbot's Hall Saltings
As seen from the sea wall near the National Trust's Copt Hall Farm. The water is Salcott Channel, part of the Blackwater Estuary.
Borrow Dyke near Copthall Saltings This borrow dyke is behind the seawall at Copthall Saltings. To the left is the National Trust Copt Hall Marshes.
Borrow Dyke near Copthall Saltings
This borrow dyke is behind the seawall at Copthall Saltings. To the left is the National Trust Copt Hall Marshes.
Sunset over Salcott Channel Taken from the seawall between Copthall Saltings and the National Trust's Copt Hall Marshes.
Sunset over Salcott Channel
Taken from the seawall between Copthall Saltings and the National Trust's Copt Hall Marshes.
Abbot's Hall Saltings Salt marsh seen from the sea wall on the boundary of the National Trust's Copt Hall Marshes.
Abbot's Hall Saltings
Salt marsh seen from the sea wall on the boundary of the National Trust's Copt Hall Marshes.
Farm and Church Copt Hall Farm outbuildings and church of St Nicholas, Little Wigborough.
Farm and Church
Copt Hall Farm outbuildings and church of St Nicholas, Little Wigborough.
Lower Barn: from the south This barn at Copt Hall Farm is named on the map as "Lower Barn", this view from the south.
Lower Barn: from the south
This barn at Copt Hall Farm is named on the map as "Lower Barn", this view from the south.
Winter Oak Silhouetted against the winter sky, this oak is near the track that leads to Lower Barn <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3328130" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3328130">Link</a> at the National Trust's Copt Hall Marshes.
Winter Oak
Silhouetted against the winter sky, this oak is near the track that leads to Lower Barn Link at the National Trust's Copt Hall Marshes.
Oak on field boundary, Abbotts Hall Farm Oak near farm track in arable land at Essex Wildlife Trust's Abbotts Hall Farm, Great Wigborough.
Oak on field boundary, Abbotts Hall Farm
Oak near farm track in arable land at Essex Wildlife Trust's Abbotts Hall Farm, Great Wigborough.
Willow on field boundary, Abbotts Hall Farm One of a number of willows near a pond close to marsh barn at Essex Wildlife Trust's Abbotts Hall Farm, Great Wigborough.
Willow on field boundary, Abbotts Hall Farm
One of a number of willows near a pond close to marsh barn at Essex Wildlife Trust's Abbotts Hall Farm, Great Wigborough.
Track along field boundary,  Abbotts Hall Farm One of the main permissive paths near arable land at Essex Wildlife Trust's Abbotts Hall Farm, Great Wigborough.
Track along field boundary, Abbotts Hall Farm
One of the main permissive paths near arable land at Essex Wildlife Trust's Abbotts Hall Farm, Great Wigborough.
Tree on field boundary, Abbotts Hall Farm Looking east along a field margin and permissive path at Essex Wildlife Trust's Abbotts Hall Farm, Great Wigborough.
Tree on field boundary, Abbotts Hall Farm
Looking east along a field margin and permissive path at Essex Wildlife Trust's Abbotts Hall Farm, Great Wigborough.
Saplings, field margin, arable land: Abbotts Hall Farm Looking north along a permissive path near a small plantation of saplings at Essex Wildlife Trust's Abbotts Hall Farm, Great Wigborough.
Saplings, field margin, arable land: Abbotts Hall Farm
Looking north along a permissive path near a small plantation of saplings at Essex Wildlife Trust's Abbotts Hall Farm, Great Wigborough.
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Quince's Corner is located at Grid Ref: TL9713 (Lat: 51.784249, Lng: 0.85751417)

Administrative County: Essex

District: Maldon

Police Authority: Essex

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