Family Adventures

Family holidays in old blighty are as popular as ever so escape to the Essex Coast and make some lasting memories with fun family activities to keep everyone happy.

Take a boat trip on a vintage sailing barge at Maldon on the Blackwater Estuary, check out the Essex ‘red’ seals on a trip out from Harwich Harbour or enjoy the rides of Adventure Island in Southend.

Fly a kite, chuck a frisbee and play some family football on the sandy beach or grassy greensward at Frinton-on-Sea. Hire a beach hut here for the day so you have a base and sit out with a cuppa, enjoying the sea views.

Beach combing is good fun and fossils can be found at Walton-on-the-Naze, sharks’ teeth being a local speciality! Pop into the Naze Tower here for the café and exhibition. Climb the 111 steps up to the viewing platform for spectacular, 360-degree views of the surrounding countryside and seascape. On a clear day you can see 30 miles away!

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Sealife Adventure

Address

Eastern Esplanade, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS1 2ER

Telephone
+44 (0)1702 442200

SEALIFE@STOCKVALE.CO.UK

Southend-on-Sea

Sea Life Adventure Aquarium is the South-East’s premier aquatic attraction with over 40 unique displays featuring sea life from all over the world.
The Britannia

Address

Eastern Esplanade, SOUTHEND-ON-SEA, Essex, SS1 2ER

Telephone
01702 443443

enquiries@stockvale.co.uk

SOUTHEND-ON-SEA

Introducing Heritage Fish and Chips at The Britannia. The new look and taste of the nation’s favourite traditional dish.
Enjoy a fresh coffee, a tasty Light Bite or delicious meal in this beautifully restored Georgian building in the very heart of…
Feelgoods Diner

Address

Western Esplanade, Southend on Sea, Essex, SS1 1EE

Telephone
+44 (0)1702 443424

feelgoods.reception@stockvale.co.uk

Southend on Sea

A dining experience with great food, live music and an entertainment centre in the shape of the Feelgoods Prize Arcade, all here at Feelgoods Restaurant!
Adventure Island

Address

Western Esplanade, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS1 1EE

Telephone
+44 (0)1702 443400

enquiries@stockvale.co.uk

Southend-on-Sea

Adventure Island is the U.K's No.1 FREE ADMISSION Fun Park. Situated on Southend-on-Sea's famous seafront, we have over 40 fabulous rides and attractions including the outrageous RAGE roller coaster.
The Three Shells Beach Café

Address

Adventure Island, Western Esplanade, Southend on Sea, SS1 1EE

Telephone
+44 (0)1702 443422

ENQUIRIES@THREESHELLS.CO.UK

Western Esplanade

The most popular family beach café on Southend Seafront on the award winning Three Shells beach!
Holiday Inn Southend

Address

77 Eastwoodbury Crescent, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS2 6XG

Telephone
+44 (0)1702 543001

reservations@hisouthend.com

Price
Price £65.00 per room per night

Southend-on-Sea

A contemporary 4 star hotel located in Southend-on-Sea, Holiday Inn Southend has something to offer everyone. Whether you choose to stay for business or leisure, each of the 129 stylish bedrooms includes Holidreamer beds, air conditioning, AA…

Price
Price £65.00 per room per night
Topsail Charters

Address

Cooks Barge Yard, The Hythe, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5HN

Telephone
+44 (0)1621 857567

info@top-sail.co.uk

Maldon

Historic sailing barges ‘Hydrogen’ and ‘Thistle’ are available for regular public cruises and also for private hire for groups up to 50 from a variety of East Coast locations including Maldon and Ipswich.
Tilbury Fort

Address

The Fort, Tilbury, Essex, RM18 7NR

Telephone
0870 333 1181

customers@english-heritage.org.uk

Tilbury

Henry VIII built the first fort here, and Queen Elizabeth I famously rallied her army nearby. The present fort is much the best example of its type in England, with its circuit of moats and bastioned outworks.
The Museum in the Park

Address

47 Mill Road, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5HX

Telephone
07973 559981

enquiries@maldonmuseum.org.uk

Maldon

Social history museum of Maldon and District situated on the edge of the award winning Promenade Park.
Thurrock Thameside Nature Discovery Park

Address

Mucking Wharf Road, Mucking, Stanford le Hope, Essex, SS17 0RN

Telephone
+44 (0)1375 643342

TTNP@essexwt.org.uk

Stanford le Hope

A stunning and innovative visitor centre and Nature Park created on a former landfill site, with superb views over the Thames. Explore, play or just enjoy the views!
Brightlingsea Boat Trips

Address

Harbour Office, 4 Copperas Road, Brightlingsea, Colchester, Essex, CO7 0AP

Telephone
+44 (0)1206 302200

mail@brightlingseaharbour.org

Brightlingsea, Colchester

From April 1st to 24th September Brightlingsea Harbour runs a daily foot ferry service to Mersea Island and Point Clear. On certain dates a pub lunch river cruise along the River Colne to Wivenhoe plus harbour tours .
Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome

Address

Flambirds Chase, Hackmans Lane, Nr Maldon, Essex, CM3 6RJ

info@stowmaries.org.uk

Nr Maldon

Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome is a unique place with a unique history. It is the largest known surviving group of RFC buildings on a WWI aerodrome which was not adapted for further military use later in its history. Its collection of aircraft,…
Southend Central Museum & Planetarium

Address

Central Museum, Victoria Avenue, Southend, Essex, SS2 6EW

Telephone
+44 (0)1702 434449

Southend

Southend Central Museum and Planetarium is home to an exciting selection of internationally significant archaeology, including a permanent display of the incredible Anglo Saxon Prittlewell Princely Burial. Come see the intriguing new exhibition…
Colchester Castle Museum

Address

Castle Park, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1TJ

Telephone
01206 282939

museums@colchester.gov.uk

Colchester

Colchester Castle is the largest Norman Keep in Europe. Constructed on the foundations of the Roman Temple of Claudius. The Castle Museum today reveals many fascinating layers of history to visitors.
Southend Pier & Railway

Address

Western Esplanade, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS1 1EE

Telephone
+44 (0)1702 212534

vic@southend.gov.uk

Southend-on-Sea

If you walk along Southend-on-Sea's High Street, towards the sea, your eye will be drawn in a straight line towards the longest pleasure Pier in the world.
Chalkwell Beach

Address

Chalkwell Esplanade, Southend, Essex, SS0 8JJ

Telephone
01702 215620

Southend

Great for long refreshing walks, it offers a relaxing get away, with a number of cafes and kiosks selling all the usual seaside treats and supplies.
Maldon Escape Rooms

Address

Edwards Walk Shopping Arcade, 22 White Horse Ln, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5QP

Telephone
01621 488048

info@knowescape.co.uk

Maldon

Maldon Escape Rooms is the Number 1 Escape Attraction in Maldon, Can you escape our themed rooms in one hour or less? Suitable for families, groups, corporate team building, stag nights, hen nights and anyone wanting a good hour of fun solving…
Cliffs Pavilion Restaurant

Address

Station Road, Southend, Essex, SS0 7RA

Telephone
01702 390472

michellek@southendtheatres.org.uk

Southend

Make your evening's enjoyment complete at the Cliffs Pavilion by indulging in our delicious pre-show dining menu, served in relaxed and comfortable surroundings.
Belfairs Woodland Nature Discovery Park

Address

Eastwood Road North, Leigh-On-Sea, Essex, SS9 4LR

Telephone
+44 (0)1702 477467

belfairs@essexwt.org.uk

Leigh-On-Sea

Belfairs Woodland Centre introduces visitors to the 1160-acre Living Landscape, a third of which is woodland, including a number of outstanding sites valuable for nature conservation.
Hadleigh Castle

Address

Castle Lane, Benfleet, Essex, SS7 2AP

Telephone
+44 (0) 370 333 1181

CustomerCare@English-Heritage.org.uk

Benfleet

The impressive remains of a mighty fortress constructed over seven centuries ago; overlooking the Essex Marshes, the barbican and two towers remain standing today.