Site of Special Scientific Interest | |
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Location |
Hertfordshire Essex |
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Grid reference | TL492158 |
Interest | Biological |
Area | 6.3 hectares |
Notification | 1986 |
Location map | Magic Map |
Sawbridgeworth Marsh is a 6.3-hectare (16-acre) biological Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) near Sawbridgeworth in Hertfordshire, apart from a small area in the north which is in Essex. It is managed by the Essex Wildlife Trust. The planning authorities are East Hertfordshire District Council and Uttlesford District Council. [1] [2] [3] [a]
The site is a river valley marsh close to the River Stort, which has a varied wetland flora. Grazing and cutting of the marsh in rotation maintain biological diversity. The site also has an important wetland fauna and many moth species. [1] Uncommon plants include marsh willowherb, marsh valerian and marsh arrow-grass, and drainage ditches and two ponds have a rich aquatic life. [3]
The site is always open and there is access from Hallingbury Road. [3]
Site of Special Scientific Interest | |
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Location |
Hertfordshire Essex |
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Grid reference | TL492158 |
Interest | Biological |
Area | 6.3 hectares |
Notification | 1986 |
Location map | Magic Map |
Sawbridgeworth Marsh is a 6.3-hectare (16-acre) biological Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) near Sawbridgeworth in Hertfordshire, apart from a small area in the north which is in Essex. It is managed by the Essex Wildlife Trust. The planning authorities are East Hertfordshire District Council and Uttlesford District Council. [1] [2] [3] [a]
The site is a river valley marsh close to the River Stort, which has a varied wetland flora. Grazing and cutting of the marsh in rotation maintain biological diversity. The site also has an important wetland fauna and many moth species. [1] Uncommon plants include marsh willowherb, marsh valerian and marsh arrow-grass, and drainage ditches and two ponds have a rich aquatic life. [3]
The site is always open and there is access from Hallingbury Road. [3]