Discover Mersea Island

One of the most beautiful coastal destinations in Essex, Mersea Island is known for its amazing beaches, wildlife, Mersea Oysters and more. Mersea Island is a great location for a day out if you’re local, or a short coastal weekend away in the UK!

How to Get to Mersea Island

The two best ways to get to Mersea Island are by car or public transport. If you are driving to Mersea, take the A120 towards Colchester and follow the signs for Mersea Island. For public transport, take a train to Colchester Station – from there, you can take bus 86 to Mersea! Be sure to check the tide times, as you will need to cross The Strood to get on to the island and it is not passable during high tides.

Things to Do in Mersea

One of the biggest attractions of Mersea Island is the beaches. The beaches in Mersea are enjoyed by locals and visitors across the UK. For picturesque beach huts, visit West Mersea Beach. If you’re looking for a beautiful dog walk with a sandy beach, grassland, meadows and an impressive view then you won’t want to miss a visit to Cudmore Grove Country Park! History buffs will love it there, as the area is known for historic features such as WWII pill boxes and gun placements. If you’re a sailing enthusiast, you won’t want to miss the opportunity to sail on Mersea Island! With sailing and yacht clubs, as well as the Mersea Boating Lake, this is a wonderful place to sail for both experts and beginners.

Places to Eat in Mersea

You’ll never be short of outstanding places to eat on Mersea Island. The Granary Restaurant located on Waldegraves Holiday Park in West Mersea, newly refurbished in 2023, offers a great selection of hot and cold meals and a wonderful children’s menu. The White Hart Inn is also a fantastic place for a meal out on Mersea Island – as well as amazing food such as locally sourced oysters, they have six lovely guest rooms to stay in.

Places to Stay in Mersea

If you’re looking for a relaxing weekend away, you’ll find some great places to stay on Mersea Island. If you’re planning a family trip, Waldegraves Holiday Park or Mersea Island Holiday Park where you’ll find great food, activities, and more to keep the whole family entertained. For a lovely dog-friendly stay, book a room at The Victory with wonderful views of the Blackwater Estuary. There are some amazing places to stay on Mersea, for just one night or an extended break! This is an ideal location for those looking to escape busy city life and soak up the calming coastal atmosphere of this beautiful island.

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The Granary Restaurant

Address

Waldegraves Holiday Park, Waldegraves Lane, West Mersea, Colchester, Essex, CO5 8SE

Telephone
+44 (0)1206 381195

granary@waldegraves.co.uk

West Mersea, Colchester

The Granary offers a superb selection of hot and cold meals taking advantage of the masses of quality fresh produce local to Mersea Island. Eat in the superb comfort of the Restaurant or on the decking overlooking the Swimming Pool.
Oyster Beds and Salt Marshes; Magical Mersea

Address

Cudmore Grove Country Park, Bromans Lane, East Mersea, Colchester, Essex, CO5 8UE

tourism@essex.gov.uk

East Mersea, Colchester

A scenic walk around Mersea Island’s wild and rural coast. Seabirds, historic churches, oyster beds, vineyards and great food and drink.This route is uneven in places. The walk around the west side of the island has some paved sections for easy…
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating
610 reviews
Waldegraves Holiday Park

Address

Waldegraves Lane, West Mersea, Essex, CO5 8SE

Telephone
+44 (0)1206 382898

holidays@waldegraves.co.uk

Price
Price £20.00 to £45.00 per pitch per night

West Mersea

Located on the beautiful Mersea Island, overlooking the Blackwater Estuary, with its own private beach. Grassland sheltered with trees and four fishing lakes, boating lake, crazy golf, undercover golf driving range, heated swimming pool, pitch and…

Price
Price £20.00 to £45.00 per pitch per night
Mersea Island Festival

Address

Essex Outdoors Mersea, Colchester, East Mersea, Colchester, Essex, CO5 8SX

Telephone
01206 383226

info@merseafestival.org.uk

East Mersea, Colchester

The Festival is 9-days of inclusive activities including archery, zip wire, climbing, pedal karts, caving, kayaking and paddleboarding. There's also a large art and craft tent and music workshops.

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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating
77 reviews
The Courtyard Takeaway at Waldegraves

Address

Waldegraves Holiday Park, Waldegraves Lane, West Mersea, Colchester, Essex, CO5 8SE

Telephone
+44 (0)1206 381195

West Mersea, Colchester

Waldegraves Holiday Park, Mersea Island is perfect for groups looking for a break away on the Essex Coast. Private beach, luxury holiday homes, camping & touring, outdoor pool, fishing lakes, restaurant, entertainment, shop, crazy golf.
Mersea Minds in Motion

Address

Essex Outdoors - Mersea, Rewsalls Lane, East Mersea, Colchester, Essex, CO5 8SX

Telephone
+441206 383226

onthewater@essexoutdoors.com

Price
Price £65.00 Per Ticket

East Mersea, Colchester

Enjoy an energising weekend of wide-ranging wellbeing sessions and outdoor activities with expert instructors at the purpose-built Essex Outdoors centre on the coast, on the island of Mersea.

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The White Hart Inn

Address

1 High Street, West Mersea, Essex, CO5 8QD

Telephone
01206583212

office@whitehartinnmersea.co.uk

West Mersea

Mersea Island gastro pub offering six sumptuous rooms with great views on the most easterly island in Britain. A great place to stay, eat, have fun and be well looked after… before or after a walk on the beach.
The White Hart Inn

Address

1 High Street, West Mersea, Essex, CO5 8QD

West Mersea

Mersea Island is a special place with beaches, creeks, boardwalks, sailing, oysters and a great community. Located at the heart of West Mersea village opposite the church, the pub is somewhere for a casual pint, an easy lunch or special celebratory…
Mersea Island Custard Pie Fight

Address

Mersea Island Holiday Park, Mersea Island Holiday Village, Fen Lane, East Mersea, Colchester, Essex, CO5 8UA

Telephone
0330 127 9911

generalenquiries@awayresorts.co.uk

Price
Free

East Mersea, Colchester

Stay with us at Mersea Island Holiday Park on the 27 August and get stuck into the pie-slinging madness! Ready for a face full of foam?

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248 reviews
Mersea Island Holiday Park

Address

Mersea Island Holiday Village, Fen Lane, East Mersea, Colchester, Essex, CO5 8UA

Telephone
+44 (0)330 053 7000

enquiries@away-resorts.com

Price
Price £115.00 to £995.00 per unit per week

East Mersea, Colchester

Mersea Island Holiday Park is a peaceful and tranquil park set in 22 acres of mature Essex coastal countryside offering classic and comfortable caravans and pitches for camping holidays on the Essex coast.

Price
Price £115.00 to £995.00 per unit per week
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298 reviews
Cudmore Grove Country Park

Address

Bromans Lane, East Mersea, Colchester, Essex, CO5 8UE

Telephone
+44 (0)1206 383868

country.parks@essex.gov.uk

Colchester

Cudmore Grove offers visitors a trip to the seaside with a difference at the eastern tip of Mersea Island. The park includes a sandy beach and open grassland, perfect for picnics and great views.
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating
598 reviews
The Victory at Mersea

Address

92 Coast Road, West Mersea, Essex, CO5 8LS

Telephone
01206 382907

West Mersea

Great traditional pub food with fantastic panoramic views across the Harbour. A children’s play area and seating for 200
Brentwood Mac - An Outstanding Tribute to the Music of Fleetwood Mac

Address

38A High Street, West Mersea, Colchester, Essex, CO5 8QA

Telephone
01206 384656

manager@merseacentre.org

Price
Price £23.00 Per Ticket

West Mersea, Colchester

An Outstanding Tribute to the Music of Fleetwood Mac - live at Mersea Island Community Association

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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating
1266 reviews
Coopers Beach Holiday Park

Address

Mersea Island, Essex, CO5 8TN

Telephone
0330 123 4850

Mersea Island

Coopers Beach Holiday Park on Mersea Island is the perfect place to get away from it all. It offers a great range of accommodation options for you to choose from including fully equipped caravans and spacious lodges, there's something for everyone!
Wintry Walk in West Mersea

Address

High Street, West Mersea, Colchester, Essex, CO5 8QG

Telephone
07948296374

maekandoo71@gmail.com

Price
Price £5.00 Per Ticket

Colchester

Wintry Walk on West Mersea: capture a moment using watercolour or photography

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Mersea Island Music Weekender

Address

Mersea Island Holiday Park, Mersea Island Holiday Village, Fen Lane, East Mersea, Colchester, Essex, CO5 8UA

Telephone
0330 127 9911

generalenquiries@awayresorts.co.uk

Price
Free

East Mersea, Colchester

Stay with us at Mersea Island Holiday Park on the 4-5 August and join the party! Dance the weekend away to live bands, feature acts and DJ sets!

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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating
598 reviews
The Victory at Mersea

Address

92 Coast Road, West Mersea, Essex, CO5 8LS

Telephone
01206 382907

info@victoryatmersea.co.uk

West Mersea

Welcome to the Victory, a family-owned pub is offering fabulous accommodation and great traditional pub food with fantastic panoramic views across the Harbour.
Essex Outdoors School Holiday Activity Days

Address

Essex Outdoors - Mersea, Rewsalls Lane, East Mersea, Colchester, Essex, CO5 8SX

Telephone
01245 223342

bookings@essexoutdoors.com

Price
Price £20.00 Per Ticket

East Mersea, Colchester

Working in groups of around 10 young people, your child will have the opportunity to take part in up to four fun and challenging activities each day, including Archery, Climbing, High Ropes, Stand Up Paddleboards, Aerial Adventure and many more!

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Mersea Island Colour Festival

Address

Mersea Island Holiday Park, Mersea Island Holiday Village, Fen Lane, East Mersea, Colchester, Essex, CO5 8UA

Telephone
0330 127 9911

generalenquiries@awayresorts.co.uk

Price
Free

East Mersea, Colchester

Stay with us at Mersea Island Holiday Park on the 6 August and see the sky painted a beautiful rainbow! Enjoy live music, a DJ set and more!

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Coronation Weekend

Address

Mersea Island Holiday Park, Hertfordshire, East Mersea, Colchester, Essex, HP2 7DX

Telephone
0333 242 9852

enquiries@awayresorts.co.uk

East Mersea, Colchester

Celebrate the coronation weekend at Mersea Island Holiday Park. Expect quizzes, crafts and live streaming of the big event, all while enjoying a holiday fit for a King!

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