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Thurrock Thameside Nature Park

South Essex  >  United Kingdom

Open pasture and mudflats bordering the River Thames. Modern visitor centre run by Essex Wildlife Trust.

Added* by Axel Kirby
Most recent update 12 February 2020

Description

The main areas of interest are the riverside and other tidal areas, where many waterfowl gather and are pushed up to viewing areas by rising tides.

Details

Access

Main access is by car, with ample parking. Bikes possible. Best appoached via Buckingham Hill Road and Walton's Hall Road, where signing is best. Once there, footpaths are good and extensive.

Terrain and Habitat

Wetland , Mud flats , Agriculture , Scattered trees and bushes , Grassland , River

Conditions

High water possible , Hilly , Open landscape

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

Yes

Good birding season

All year round

Best time to visit

Summer

Route

Paved road , Wide path

Difficulty walking trail

Average walk

Accessible by

Foot

Birdwatching hide / platform

Yes

Extra info

Prime interest is from the waterside hide as the tide comes in. This happens rapidly so be in place well before high tide (perhaps 2-3 hours beforehand).

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