Abstract
The Essex coastline has a total of about 5000 ha of saltmarsh, of which Dengie Peninsula is the largest single marsh forming a part of a Grade 1 SSSI of international importance. Previous work and casual observations have suggested a loss of saltmarsh in this area. This study was undertaken to quantify this change by comparing aerial photographs taken over a 21-year period. The results showed heavy losses, amounting to approximately 10% of the area, although small areas of accretion of saltmarsh were noted. The information is discussed in terms of present remedial work and the need for further preventative measures.
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