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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.
Sand
| Today |  |
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| Chance of rain | 92% |
| Max temperature | 20°C |
| feels like | 21°C |
| Wind 15mph |  |
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| Chance of rain | % |
| Min temperature | 12°C |
| feels like | 13°C |
| Wind 11mph |  |
The tide at Southend Thorpe Bay 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
Food available
Toilets
Shops
Slipway
Pay parking is available off Thorpe Esplanade.
Dogs not allowed May 1st to September 30th (except for guide dogs which are welcome year round).
No information available
Water quality not measured here
just over a mile east-southeast as the seagull flies, just over a mile by road.
just over a mile west as the seagull flies, just over a mile by road.
around 2 miles west as the seagull flies, around 2 miles by road.
around 2 miles east as the seagull flies, around 3 miles by road.
around 3 miles west as the seagull flies, around 3 miles by road.
around 4 miles west as the seagull flies, around 4 miles by road.
around 4 miles west as the seagull flies, around 5 miles by road.
around 7 miles west as the seagull flies, around 18 miles by road or 12 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 7 miles west as the seagull flies, around 17 miles by road or 11 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 6 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 52 miles by road.
around 6 miles south as the seagull flies, around 65 miles by road.
around 7 miles south-southeast as the seagull flies, around 64 miles by road.
around 12 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 68 miles by road.
around 16 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 72 miles by road.
around 17 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 73 miles by road.
around 18 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 42 miles by road.
around 19 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 76 miles by road.
around 19 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 76 miles by road.
around 20 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 77 miles by road.
around 20 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 78 miles by road.
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
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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