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Beaches

Beaches

Southend has seven miles of coastline to explore, offering a wide variety of beaches and seafront spots to suit every kind of visit. 


From lively stretches close to attractions and cafés to quieter areas with open views across the Thames Estuary, it’s easy to find the perfect place to relax, explore or spend a full day by the sea when the sun is shining.

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Chalkwell Beach

Chalkwell Beach

Chalkwell Esplanade, Southend, SS0 8JJ

Thorpe Bay Beach

Thorpe Bay Beach

Thorpe Esplanade, Southend, SS1 3NS

Three Shells Beach

Three Shells Beach

Western Esplanade, Southend, SS1 1EE

Westcliff Beach

Westcliff Beach

Western Esplanade, Westcliff, SS0 7RR

Jubilee Beach

Jubilee Beach

Marine Parade, Southend, SS1 2EN

Shoebury East Beach

Shoebury East Beach

George Street, Shoebury, SS3 9AD

Bell Wharf Beach

Bell Wharf Beach

High Street, Leigh on Sea, SS9 2DN

Shoebury Common

Shoebury Common

Shoebury Common Road, Shoebury, SS3 9HG

Visitor Information

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Beach Safety

Before visiting one of our beaches, make sure you're aware of how to stay safe.

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Keeping Together

The simple wristband scheme aims to help local and visiting families stay safe and reassured when they visit Southend.

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Personal Watercraft Safety

The Thames Estuary is the perfect place to use your Personal Watercraft (PWC).

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Southend City Heritage Trail

Difficulty:

Easy

Length:

1.2 miles

Est Time:

1 hour 15 minutes

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Leigh-on-Sea Heritage Trail

Difficulty:

Easy

Length:

1 mile

Est Time:

1 hour

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Asur

Pleasant Rd, SS1 2HQ

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Ster.UPC

Marine Parade, SS1 2EN

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Jay Kaes

Royal Mews, SS1 1BX

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JXC

Chancellor Rd, SS1 2AT

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Arsek & Erase

Clarence Car Park, SS1 1BJ

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Jeks

Clarence Car Park, SS1 1BJ

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