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Situated between Colchester and Clacton-on-Sea and on the mouth of the River Colne and Brightlingsea creek, Brightlingsea is a small coastal town in the Tendring District.With a beach that’s perfect for family outings and for paddling and swimming, Brightlingsea is a fantastic destination if you want to explore and get away from the more popular and more crowded beaches of Clacton and Southend.
Take a walk along the Western Promenade and you’ll see Bateman’s Tower in the distance. This Grade II listed tower was built in 1883 by John Bateman and it’s believed to have been built to allow his daughter to recuperate. The tower is situated on the entrance to Brightlingsea Creek and is often mistaken for one of the Martello Towers that are dotted around the coast.
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Harbour Office, 4 Copperas Road, Brightlingsea, Colchester, Essex, CO7 0APTelephone
+44 (0)1206 302200Brightlingsea, Colchester
From April 5th to 21st 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 Rowhedge. Or take a river cruise up river to St Osyth…
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Promenade Way, Brightlingsea, Colchester, Essex, CO7 0HHTelephone
(44) 01255 686969Colchester
Brightlingsea on the River Colne is rich in seafaring history and has the distinction of being the only Cinque Port outside Kent and Sussex. The town is a haven for yachting and hosts international sailing events annually.
Its sandy beach runs…
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Harbour Office, 4 Copperas Road, Brightlingsea, Colchester, Essex, CO7 0APTelephone
+44 (0)1206 302200Brightlingsea, Colchester
Brightlingsea Harbour has partnered with Brightlingsea Museum offering you a unique and immersive way to explore the rich heritage of this charming coastal town.
Address
Dove House, Station Road, Brightlingsea, Essex, CO7 0DTTelephone
01206 307121Brightlingsea
Brightlingsea Museum has something for visitors of all ages and interests. The displays are designed with a surprise around every corner and with lots of things to do. And it's free!
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