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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Brightlingsea Beach

Address

Promenade Way, Brightlingsea, Colchester, Essex, CO7 0HH

Telephone
(44) 01255 686969

seafronts@tendringdc.gov.uk

Colchester

Its sandy beach runs along Western Promenade next to Batemans Tower, a historic local landmark.
The Naze Beach, Walton-on-the-Naze

Address

Hall Lane, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex, CO14 8HW

Telephone
01255 686969

seafronts@tendringdc.gov.uk

Walton-on-the-Naze

The Naze is located just north of Walton-on-the-Naze, in north east Essex. The beautiful Naze cliffs and national nature reserve provide the perfect opportunity for walking and bird watching. Gaze across Hamford Water and watch yachts enter and…
Southend Cliff Lift

Address

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

Telephone
+44 (0)1702 215620

vic@southend.gov.uk

Southend-on-Sea

The Historic Cliff Lift has a valuable position in modern Southend, offering a practical and enjoyable way for people to gain access between the seafront and the Clifftown area.
Country Park at Marsh Farm

Address

Marsh Farm Road, South Woodham Ferrers, CM3 5WP

Telephone
+44 (0)1245 222350

country.parks@essex.gov.uk

South Woodham Ferrers

A 300-acre country park adjacent to the River Crouch that offers scenic grazing marsh and sea wall walks.
The Naze Nature Discovery Centre

Address

Old Hall Lane, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex, CO14 8LE

Telephone
+44 (0)1255 679379

naze@essexwt.org.uk

Walton-on-the-Naze

The Centre is open all year round and houses an education room as well as a café and gift shop. There are a number of displays including fossil and geology displays and information regarding bird migration and sightings.
Cherry Orchard Jubilee Country Park

Address

B1013, Cherry Orchard Way, Rochford, Essex, SS4 1PN

Telephone
+44 (0)1702 318034

customerservices@rochford.gov.uk

Rochford

Situated in the rolling countryside of the Roach Valley, the 200 acre country park makes the most of it's setting with a mix of open grassland, woodland, a lake, and a network of paths & bridleways.
Cycle around Hadleigh Country Park

Address

Chapel Lane Car Park, Chapel Lane, Hadleigh, Essex, SS7 2PP

Telephone
+44 (0)1702 551072

country.parks@essex.gov.uk

Hadleigh

Hadleigh Park offers something to everyone, it is both beautiful and diverse with one of the best UK mountain bike courses at its heart.
Cycle around Manningtree and Brightlingsea

Address

Colchester Road, Lawford, Manningtree, Essex, CO11 2BN

tic@tendringdc.gov.uk

Manningtree

Why not discover and explore the beauty of the Tendring Peninsula by bike? There’s nothing like following the beautiful coastline or taking in the picturesque villages and countryside en-route. You’ll find the ideal setting for a family cycle ride…
Cycle around Clacton and Great Bentley

Address

Vista Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, CO15 6DB

Clacton-on-Sea

Find the ideal setting for a family cycle ride or a more challenging route for the independent rider.