Fenn Washland

Fenn Washland is a 4.9 hectare Local Nature Reserve in South Woodham Ferrers in Essex, England. It is owned by Essex County Council and managed by the council as a part of the nearby Marsh Farm Country Park.[1][2]

Fenn Washland
TypeLocal Nature Reserve
LocationSouth Woodham Ferrers, Essex
OS gridTQ806964
Area4.9 hectares
Managed byEssex County Council

The Washland is formed around the tidal Fenn Creek which is a tributary of the River Crouch. The northern end of the creek is fed with fresh water from the Rettendon Brook.  

The site is undeveloped wetland in a valley surrounded by housing. It has grassland, swamp, scrub, ponds and reedbed, providing diverse habitats for wildlife.[1][3]

There is access to a footpath round the site from Inchbonnie Road, but no formal paths within the site itself.

References

  1. "Fenn Washland". Local Nature Reserves. Natural England. 20 January 2016. Retrieved 25 June 2016.
  2. "Map of Fenn Washland". Local Nature Reserves. Natural England. Retrieved 25 June 2016.
  3. "Ch149 Fenn Washland". Essex Wildlife Trust Biological Records Centre. Retrieved 25 June 2016.

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