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Canvey Island Beach is situated in the Thames Estuary, off the south east coast of Essex, and separated from the mainland by a channel. The beach is composed of sand and mud, providing a picturesque view of the Kent coastline.
In the early 20th century, Canvey Island was developed as a seaside resort, although with limited success. One of the most notable reminders of this era is the 1930s Labworth Café, an architectural gem that was renovated in the 1990s and now operates as a beachfront restaurant. A highlight of the beach is the children's tidal swimming pool, which is a popular attraction.
The seafront area features a few small shops and cafes, as well as a couple of pleasant parks. Visitors can also enjoy seaside amusements, including Leisure Island Fun Park and Fantasy Island, which offer fairground rides, crazy golf, and arcades.
One of the island's most intriguing claims to fame is the 1953 discovery of an unidentified sea creature, dubbed "The Canvey Island Monster." It is now believed that the 1.5 metre animal was an anglerfish of some description.
Labworth Beach on Canvey Island is a great option for dog owners, as dogs are permitted on the beach throughout the year. The iconic Art Deco Labworth Café, built in the early 1930s by Ove Arup, is a must-visit attraction, offering a meal with a view.
Sand
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| Chance of rain | 91% |
| Max temperature | 20°C |
| feels like | 22°C |
| Wind 14mph |  |
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| Min temperature | 12°C |
| feels like | 14°C |
| Wind 11mph |  |
The tide at Canvey Island Beach is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 5:14 PM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 11:06 PM.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Food available
Toilets
Shops
Parking available adjacent to the beach.
Dogs are allowed.
No lifeguard cover at this beach
Water quality not measured here
less than a mile west as the seagull flies, less than a mile by road.
around 3 miles northeast as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road.
around 4 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 10 miles by road.
around 4 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 10 miles by road.
around 5 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 11 miles by road.
around 5 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 16 miles by road or 11 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 7 miles east as the seagull flies, around 18 miles by road or 12 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 8 miles east as the seagull flies, around 19 miles by road or 13 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 9 miles east as the seagull flies, around 20 miles by road or 14 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 23 miles northeast as the seagull flies, around 39 miles by road.
around 3 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 45 miles by road.
around 9 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 58 miles by road.
around 10 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 57 miles by road.
around 16 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 62 miles by road.
around 21 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 66 miles by road.
around 22 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 67 miles by road.
around 24 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 69 miles by road.
around 24 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 70 miles by road.
around 25 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 70 miles by road.
around 25 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 71 miles by road.
Location: Leigh Beck, Canvey Island
Location type: Urban
OS Grid: TQ805824
Coordinates: 51°30'44"N 0°36'3"E
Mapcode: GBR QPR.2QQ
What 3 Words: prospers.approvals.muffin
Coordinates and location codes are for an approximate mid-point of the beach, and may not reflect the best access point or the most popular part of the beach.
County: Essex
Country: England
Local Authority: Castle Point
Parish: Canvey Island
Nearest postcode: SS8 7JQ
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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