Barling Magna

Civil Parish in Essex Rochford

England

Barling Magna

River Roach, looking downstream from Stannets Creek Credit: Mr James D

Barling Magna is a civil parish located in the county of Essex, England. Situated approximately four miles southeast of the town of Southend-on-Sea, it covers an area of about 3.5 square miles. The parish is bordered by the River Roach to the east, and other nearby settlements include Barling and Little Wakering.

Barling Magna is a rural area consisting primarily of farmland and scattered residential properties. The landscape is characterized by open fields, hedgerows, and small pockets of woodland. The parish is known for its picturesque countryside, offering residents and visitors opportunities for peaceful walks and outdoor activities.

The historic St. Giles Church, dating back to the 12th century, is a prominent feature of Barling Magna. This Grade I listed building showcases beautiful architectural details and serves as a focal point for the community. The church holds regular religious services and occasional events.

The parish lacks significant commercial or industrial developments, with only a few small businesses and amenities available. However, the nearby town of Southend-on-Sea provides a wider range of services, including shopping centers, restaurants, and entertainment venues.

Barling Magna is well-connected to neighboring areas via road and public transportation. The A127 road passes just north of the parish, offering easy access to Southend-on-Sea and other nearby towns. Bus services also provide links to surrounding areas.

With its tranquil countryside and close proximity to urban amenities, Barling Magna offers residents a peaceful and rural lifestyle within reach of larger towns and cities.

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Barling Magna Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.575079/0.799031 or Grid Reference TQ9489. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

River Roach, looking downstream from Stannets Creek

Mr James D

Barling Marsh

Much of Barling Marsh has been given over to a landfill site and the extraction of sand and gravel. Vehicles reach the site by means of a dedicated road TQ9288. Taken from the berm beside Barlinghall Creek looking west.

David Kemp

River Roach

This river is short, and in its lower reaches wide and tidal. Taken from Barling Marsh Sluice on the southern bank facing north.

David Kemp

River bank near Barling

The River Roach is on the far left and the water at the foot of the sea wall is a drainage channel. Taken near Roper's Farm looking east.

David Kemp

Looking towards Barling Ness

Barling Ness is at the far end of the drainage channel. The water on the left is Paglesham Reach of the River Roach and the land just discernible on the horizon is Potton Island.

David Kemp

Essex Creeks

The land with the farm buildings (just outside the gridsquare in TQ9590) on it is Potton Island to which there is no public access. The part of the mainland across the water to the right of the island is separated from it by Potton Creek. The water on the left is known as The Violet and that on the right is Barlinghall Creek.

David Kemp

Great Potton farm buildings, Potton Island

Although Potton Island is owned by the Ministry of Defence, much of the island has been used for farming. Taken from the mainland looking north across Potton Creek.

David Kemp

Seawall footpath, Paglesham Eastend

This view looks south-west as the footpath passes close to Paglesham.

Trevor Harris

Blackedge Point

Looking at Blackedge Point and on across Paglesham Reach from the seawall footpath.

Trevor Harris

Drainage channel south of Barling Ness

The curving drainage channel separates the large landfill site (left) from the sea wall and footpath. The water on the right is known as The Violet through which Barlinghall and Potton Creeks join the River Roach.

David Kemp