A working farm and nature reseve of coastal grazing marsh and arable fields.
From the car park there is a circular trail of 2½ miles around the reserve passing three bird watching hides.
It is a good place to see wetland birds including brent geese feeding on the fields in winter.
Skylarks can be heard in spring and summer. Admission free.
Open at all times.
www.essexwt.org.uk