Garrold's Meadow
Protected area in Essex, England
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Garrold's Meadow is a 5 hectare biological Site of Special Scientific Interest north of Leigh-on-Sea in Essex. The local planning authority is Castle Point Borough Council.[1][2]
| Site of Special Scientific Interest | |
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 Location of Garrold's Meadow. | |
| Location | Essex |
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| Grid reference | TQ 823888 |
| Interest | Biological |
| Area | 5.0 hectares |
| Notification | 1988 |
| Location map | Magic Map |
This site is unimproved grassland on gravel in it southern part and clay in the north. There is also an area of marsh. The plant community is diverse, with a number of uncommon species. Grasses include common bent, sweet vernal grass and crested dog's-tail.[1]
There is no public access but the site can be viewed from Eastwood Old Road.