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Clacton on Sea is the largest and busiest of the Essex Sunshine Coast’s resorts. It boasts beautiful golden beaches, a fun-packed pier, exceptionally maintained seafront gardens, sea front kiosks, two theatres and pleasure flights.

This beach can also boast Blue Flag status which was regained this year. The beach is gently shelving and benefits from a child safety wristband scheme to provide reassurance for parents.

The thriving town centre combines national chain stores with independent shops, the nearby factory shopping village offers designer labels at bargain prices. A calendar of events (including a free two day Air Show) keep visitors entertained throughout the year.

Martello Bay is located approximately one mile from town centre and is adjacent to West Beach.

Beach Facilities

Sandy
Cafe/restaurant/pub
Toilets
Disabled toilet facilities / disabled / pushchair access to beach
Deckchair hire
Slipway
First aid
Lost child centre
Promenade
Pier (Nr adjacent West Beach)
Dog restricted area
Crazy golf
Bus stop at beach and on a cycle route
Car Parking – pay car park / street parking
Other Information
Powered and non powered watercraft
Kite and wind surfing
Groynes and rocks

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Facilities

Accessibility

Disabled access
Disabled toilets

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Map & Directions

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Public Transport Directions

The town is served by mainline railway connections to London and Ipswich and road connections from the north (Ipswich and Colchester) via A12, A120 and A133.

Martello Bay, Clacton on sea

Type:Beach

Marine Parade West, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, CO15 1NW

Website

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Tel01255 686969

Awards

Other Awards Blue Flag 2020

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