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Two Tree Island Nature Reserve loop

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Two Tree Island Nature Reserve loop

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Two Tree Island Nature Reserve loop

00:27

4.32km

10m

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Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 10, 2024

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Parking

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906 m

Salt Marshes of Leigh National Nature Reserve

Highlight • Natural

At the eastern tip of Two Tree island, you have the salt marshes and wetlands of the Leigh National Nature Reserve. Well worth the down and back for views towards Leigh, admire the array of salt marsh plant species such as golden samphire, sea purslane and the variety of wildlife including waders, wildfowl and dark-bellied brent geese.

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1.94 km

Two Tree Island

Highlight • Natural

A little island escape full of wildlife and scenic views. Perfect for a 5km run with a mix of pathways and sand trails.
The eastern section is part of Leigh National Nature Reserve, where the saltmarsh is one of the best surviving in the Thames Estuary.
Keep an eye out for the rare insects and butterflies and the kestrels flying overhead.

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4.27 km

Two Tree Island Nature Reserve

Highlight • Viewpoint

Managed by the Essex Wildlife Trust, Two Tree Island sits on the Thames Estuary. It is popular for birdwatching and 3.5km circular walk round the island is possible direct from Leigh-on-Sea. In the past it has been a sewage treatment works and a landfill site and is now a beautiful area of reclaimed saltmarsh.

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4.32 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

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4.12 km

152 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.14 km

152 m

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Wednesday 15 July

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