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Fenn Washland

Coordinates: 51°38′15″N 0°36′30″E / 51.6374°N 0.60842°E / 51.6374; 0.60842
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Fenn Washland
Map
TypeLocal Nature Reserve
LocationSouth Woodham Ferrers, Essex
OS gridTQ806964
Area4.9 hectares
Managed byEssex County Council

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]

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

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  1. ^ a b "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.

51°38′15″N 0°36′30″E / 51.6374°N 0.60842°E / 51.6374; 0.60842