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Southend Jubilee Beach

Essex, England


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Southend Jubilee Beach is a popular seaside destination located in the centre of Southend-on-Sea, Essex, which offers a range of activities and amenities for visitors.

Jubilee Beach, also known as City Beach, was opened in 2003 after the construction of improved flood defences. The beach stretches from Southend Pier to Thorpe Bay and features a large shingle beach backed by a busy esplanade. The Marine Parade section of the beach is particularly popular with families.

The beach is situated in the heart of Southend-on-Sea, a well-established seaside resort on the north side of the Thames estuary. Visitors can enjoy a variety of entertainments and amusements, including the Sealife Centre, The Kursaal Theme Park, and Adventure Island. The beach itself offers a range of amenities, including children's splash fountains, state-of-the-art lighting, and beachside cafes.

During the summer months, the beach is perfect for swimming, bathing, and sunbathing, with lifeguards on duty for added safety. Visitors can also enjoy a range of water activities, including speed boat rides and boat trips along the coast. Fishing is also permitted at high tide. However, there are some restrictions in place, including a ban on BBQs and dogs from May 1st to September 30th.

The beach offers a range of facilities, including disabled facilities, a first aid point, a lost child centre, and picnic areas. The entrance sign and indicator board are located on the Golden Mile, making it easy for visitors to find their way.

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Weather and tides for Thursday 17 September

Today
Chance of rain 91%
Max temperature 20°C
feels like 21°C
Wind 15mph
Max UV Index
Tonight
Chance of rain %
Min temperature 12°C
feels like 13°C
Wind 11mph

The tide at Southend Jubilee Beach is currently low. High tide will be at approximately 5:02 PM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 10:56 PM.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

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Location: Porters Town, Southend-on-Sea

Location type: Urban

OS Grid: TQ889849

Coordinates: 51°31'54"N 0°43'24"E

Mapcode: GBR YBM.4D

What 3 Words: grow.joins.grand

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.

Country: England

Local Authority: Southend-on-Sea

Nearest postcode: SS99 1PP

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