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Burnham-on-Crouch

Civil Parish in Essex Maldon

England

Burnham-on-Crouch

One man and his dog Crouch seawall east of Burnham Wick sluice
One man and his dog Credit: John Myers

Burnham-on-Crouch is a civil parish located in the Maldon district of Essex, England. Situated on the north bank of the River Crouch, it is a charming town that offers a mix of history, natural beauty, and a thriving sailing community.

The town is known for its picturesque waterfront, lined with traditional buildings and a promenade that allows visitors to enjoy stunning views of the river and the surrounding countryside. The River Crouch is a popular spot for boating enthusiasts, and the local yacht clubs attract sailors from all over the country. The town also hosts various regattas and sailing events throughout the year.

In addition to its maritime heritage, Burnham-on-Crouch has a rich history dating back to Roman times. The town's name is believed to have originated from the Saxon word "Burna-ham," meaning "settlement on a river bend." The remains of a Roman fort, known as Othona, can still be seen in the area.

The town center features a mix of independent shops, cafes, restaurants, and traditional pubs, offering visitors a range of options for shopping and dining. The Burnham Museum provides an insight into the town's history, showcasing artifacts and displays that highlight its past.

For nature lovers, Burnham-on-Crouch offers beautiful coastal walks and nature reserves, such as Wallasea Island, which is home to a diverse range of bird species and other wildlife.

Overall, Burnham-on-Crouch is a charming and historic town, offering visitors a delightful blend of maritime heritage, natural beauty, and a warm community spirit.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.631452/0.859125 or Grid Reference TQ9796. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

One man and his dog Crouch seawall east of Burnham Wick sluice
One man and his dog
Crouch seawall east of Burnham Wick sluice
Burnham Wick sluice Pannel's Brook and solar farm
Burnham Wick sluice
Pannel's Brook and solar farm
Burnham-on-Crouch Boat Remains Just out of Burnham-on-Crouch at Ringwood Bar walking along the coastal path one comes to the first of a series of abandoned rotting boat carcasses. It looked to me like the remains of a Viking longboat which it most certainly was not. Doubtless the wind here would once have propelled the boat along the river Crouch, now it propels the wind turbine, one of many, seen on the horizon. A changing face of industry.
Burnham-on-Crouch Boat Remains
Just out of Burnham-on-Crouch at Ringwood Bar walking along the coastal path one comes to the first of a series of abandoned rotting boat carcasses. It looked to me like the remains of a Viking longboat which it most certainly was not. Doubtless the wind here would once have propelled the boat along the river Crouch, now it propels the wind turbine, one of many, seen on the horizon. A changing face of industry.
Marsh Road, Southwick A cul-de-sac to farms east of Southwick.
Marsh Road, Southwick
A cul-de-sac to farms east of Southwick.
Turbines north of Marsh Road Wind turbines north of Marsh Road, in farmland.
Turbines north of Marsh Road
Wind turbines north of Marsh Road, in farmland.
Turbines over farmland Turbines over farmland near Turncole Farm.
Turbines over farmland
Turbines over farmland near Turncole Farm.
Turncole Wind Farm A wind farm of 7 wind turbines (only 3 of those in view are at Turncole), over farmland.
Turncole Wind Farm
A wind farm of 7 wind turbines (only 3 of those in view are at Turncole), over farmland.
Turncole Wind Farm A wind farm of 7 wind turbines (only 2 of those in view are at Turncole), over farmland.
Turncole Wind Farm
A wind farm of 7 wind turbines (only 2 of those in view are at Turncole), over farmland.
Turncole Wind Farm A wind farm of 7 wind turbines (only 3 of those in view are at Turncole), over farmland.
Turncole Wind Farm
A wind farm of 7 wind turbines (only 3 of those in view are at Turncole), over farmland.
Turncole Wind Farm A wind farm of 7 wind turbines (only 2 of those in view are at Turncole), over farmland.
Turncole Wind Farm
A wind farm of 7 wind turbines (only 2 of those in view are at Turncole), over farmland.
River Crouch View from footpath East of Burnham-On-Crouch with Wallasea Island in background.
River Crouch
View from footpath East of Burnham-On-Crouch with Wallasea Island in background.
Wallasea Ness - The Beach Confluence of the Roach and Crouch estuaries. About as far as you can get from any habitation in Essex - by land at least.
Wallasea Ness - The Beach
Confluence of the Roach and Crouch estuaries. About as far as you can get from any habitation in Essex - by land at least.
Ringwood Point Sign on sluice. Dredger in background
Ringwood Point
Sign on sluice. Dredger in background
Ringwood Point - Dredger I don't quite know what's happening here. The land behind the existing sea wall appears to be at least in part being removed and a new sea wall built to the south. The sucker ship and the big dumper obviously have some role in this. Some 3 months after this picture was taken the sea wall was breached close to this point <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/197354">TQ9794 : The Sea Returns</a>, <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/196257">TQ9694 : Breaching the Sea Wall</a> and a large area of farmland was returned to the sea. The ships were in fact exchanging soil for "uncontaminated" mud dredged up offshore.
Ringwood Point - Dredger
I don't quite know what's happening here. The land behind the existing sea wall appears to be at least in part being removed and a new sea wall built to the south. The sucker ship and the big dumper obviously have some role in this. Some 3 months after this picture was taken the sea wall was breached close to this point TQ9794 : The Sea Returns, TQ9694 : Breaching the Sea Wall and a large area of farmland was returned to the sea. The ships were in fact exchanging soil for "uncontaminated" mud dredged up offshore.
Barge aground - Wallasea Ness Wreck on the beach
Barge aground - Wallasea Ness
Wreck on the beach
Brankfleet Spit River Roach at confluence with Crouch
Brankfleet Spit
River Roach at confluence with Crouch
Old sea wall, Wallasea Island This remote corner of Essex has seen a change in policy by DEFRA in the battle against coastal flooding and erosion. The old wall would be too costly to repair so the sea has been allowed to reclaim the area for the first time in 400 years. Nearly 250 acres of Wallasea Island have been flood to create a wild life haven.
Old sea wall, Wallasea Island
This remote corner of Essex has seen a change in policy by DEFRA in the battle against coastal flooding and erosion. The old wall would be too costly to repair so the sea has been allowed to reclaim the area for the first time in 400 years. Nearly 250 acres of Wallasea Island have been flood to create a wild life haven.
The Sea Returns Wallasea Island, a remote corner of coastal Essex, is the site of a DEFRA project to re-flood land that for centuries has been protected by sea walls. But global warming and higher tides mean that re-building the sea defences to protect agricultural land is too expensive. Now the old earth banks along the estuary of the River Crouch have been deliberately breached and new wall built further inland. The sea has returned and these mud flats will soon be a rich salt marsh and wild life haven again.
The Sea Returns
Wallasea Island, a remote corner of coastal Essex, is the site of a DEFRA project to re-flood land that for centuries has been protected by sea walls. But global warming and higher tides mean that re-building the sea defences to protect agricultural land is too expensive. Now the old earth banks along the estuary of the River Crouch have been deliberately breached and new wall built further inland. The sea has returned and these mud flats will soon be a rich salt marsh and wild life haven again.
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Burnham-on-Crouch is located at Grid Ref: TQ9796 (Lat: 51.631452, Lng: 0.859125)

Administrative County: Essex

District: Maldon

Police Authority: Essex

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