The Top 6 Attractions in Leigh National Nature Reserve
There are plenty of places to see and visit in Leigh National Nature Reserve. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Leigh National Nature Reserve is a region where 6
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: December 8, 2025
Two Tree Island Nature Reserve
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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 …
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Leigh-on-Sea Old Town & Cockle Row Spit
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If you ride from London to Southend, it’s time to have lunch here
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The Peterboat Pub
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It's a lovely pub with nice food and good beer (though very busy on warm days). The views over the estuary are soothing and Old Leigh is just an beautiful, English fisher village with all the trimmings.
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Osborne Bros Seafood Café
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No frills but solid seafood cafe by the Osbourne Bros Fishmongers who are based out of Leigh on Sea. Favourites include the brown and white crab cheese toastie and the …
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Salt Marshes of Leigh National Nature Reserve
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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 …
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