In the modern world, Dungeness, Romney Marsh and Rye Bay has taken a fundamental role in our lives. Since its discovery or appearance, Dungeness, Romney Marsh and Rye Bay has had a significant impact on society, culture, economy and technology. Its influence has spread globally, affecting all people directly or indirectly. In this article, we will explore the role of Dungeness, Romney Marsh and Rye Bay in different aspects of everyday life and its importance in today's world. From its origin to its current impact, Dungeness, Romney Marsh and Rye Bay has left an indelible mark on history and remains a relevant topic today.
Site of Special Scientific Interest | |
Location | East Sussex Kent |
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Grid reference | TR 008 202 |
Interest | Biological Geological |
Area | 10,172.9 hectares (25,138 acres) |
Notification | 2006 |
Location map | Magic Map |
Dungeness, Romney Marsh and Rye Bay is a 10,172.9-hectare (25,138-acre) biological and geological Site of Special Scientific Interest which stretches from New Romney in Kent to Winchelsea in East Sussex. An area of 5,129.5 hectares (12,675 acres) is a Special Protection Area, an area of 3,141.1 hectares (7,762 acres) is a Special Area of Conservation, and an area of 6,377.6 hectares (15,759 acres) is a Ramsar Site, a wetland site designated of international importance under the Ramsar Convention. Part of the site is in the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, parts are Geological Conservation Review sites, part is a Local Nature Reserve, and part is a Royal Society for the Protection of Birds nature reserve, and part is a National Nature Reserve.
Nationally important habitats in this site are saltmarsh, sand dunes, vegetated shingle, saline lagoons, standing waters, lowland ditch systems, and basin fens, and it has many rare and endangered species of fauna and flora. It is geologically important as its deposits display the chronology of coastal evolution.