Horsey Island

In the 19th century, a large section of land was reclaimed, with sea walls constructed.

[4] The island is linked to the mainland by a 0.66-mile (1.06 km) causeway across a stretch of water known as the Wade, leading from the nearest village, Kirby-le-Soken, that can be walked with care at low tide.

[7] It has been intermittently inhabited, with evidence of buildings dating back to 1536 and appearing on a map in 1594 as Horsey Illande.

[3] Explorer and author David Haig-Thomas purchased the island in 1939 and lived there until called up to serve in the Second World War.

[13] The south eastern edge of the island is rich in birdlife and this inspired Paul Gallico to film the BBC's adaptation of his book The Snow Goose there.

Island Lane leading across the Wade to Horsey Island
At high tide