Deadwater Ait facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Deadwater Ait |
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Deadwater Ait from downstream
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 Location in Berkshire
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| Location | Berkshire, England, UK |
| OS grid | SU963771 |
| Coordinates | 51°29′06″N 0°36′48″W / 51.4850°N 0.6134°W |
Deadwater Ait is a small island in the River Thames in England. It is located near Windsor, in Berkshire, just upstream from Romney Lock.
About Deadwater Ait
Deadwater Ait is an island that is not lived on by people. It is covered with trees and sits close to the riverbank on the Windsor side. You can find it between the Windsor Bridge and the Windsor Railway Bridge.
Wildlife on the Island
This island is a home for many different birds. You can often see swans and geese living there. A small number of coots also make their home on Deadwater Ait. It is an important place for local wildlife.
Nearby Islands
Just a little way downstream from Deadwater Ait, you will find another island called Barry Avenue Island. This island is slightly bigger than Deadwater Ait. Both islands are similar in how they are used. They both provide a natural home for animals and plants in the river.
