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Southend Thorpe Bay

Essex, England


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Thorpe Bay in Southend-on-Sea, Essex, is a popular seaside destination that boasts a beautiful sandy beach, a range of facilities, and a variety of activities for visitors to enjoy. .

Thorpe Bay is a sandy/shingle beach situated in front of Thorpe Hall Golf Club, stretching from Eastern Esplanade by Southchurch Park through to Thorpe Bay Yacht Club. The beach is gently sloping with a long tidal range, making it an ideal spot for a range of water activities.

The beach offers a range of facilities, including beach huts, tennis courts, a bowling club, and a yacht club. Visitors can also enjoy water sports such as kayaking, windsurfing, and sailing, although the Southend Marine Activities Centre is currently closed. For those who prefer to stay on dry land, there are plenty of options available, including a paddling pool and a range of cafes and restaurants with decking overlooking the beach.

The beach is easily accessible, with pay-for-parking along Thorpe Esplanade and a slipway leading onto the beach. Visitors can also reach the beach by train, with direct services to London available from the nearby train station. The town of Thorpe Bay offers a range of amenities, including a shopping area called 'The Broadway', which features a variety of shops, services, and restaurants.

Thorpe Bay has won both Blue Flag and Quality Coast awards, guaranteeing clean water and a safe environment for families to enjoy. These awards are a testament to the beach's high standards and commitment to providing a great experience for visitors.

Thorpe Bay is a well-loved seaside destination that is popular with families. The beach offers a range of attractions and activities for all ages, including beach huts, a paddling pool, and a range of water sports.

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Weather and tides for Thursday 4 June

Today
Chance of rain 80%
Max temperature 17°C
feels like 18°C
Wind 21mph
Max UV Index
Tonight
Chance of rain 39%
Min temperature 12°C
feels like 12°C
Wind 16mph

The tide at Southend Thorpe Bay is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 9:21 AM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 3:45 PM.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

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Recommended holiday cottages near Southend Thorpe Bay

Things to do and see in the area

Adventure Island (1.7 miles)
Escape Live (1.9 miles)
Hide and Shriek (2 miles)
Cliffs Pavilion Theatre (2.5 miles)
Priory Park (2.7 miles)
Palace Theatre (2.9 miles)
Chalkwell Park (3.5 miles)

All distances are approximate

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Location: Thorpe Bay, Southend-on-Sea

Location type: Urban

OS Grid: TQ911846

Coordinates: 51°31'43"N 0°45'16"E

Mapcode: GBR RR2.5L3

What 3 Words: store.apron.also

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: SS1 3HR

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