BEACHES IN CB5 9PQ

WEST MERSEA BEACH

• Sea Region North Sea
• Water Type estuary
• Sat Nav Coordinates 51.7703, 0.9303
• Meets Blue Flag Directive? Yes

Water quality: Bathing water at this beach complies with mandatory requirements for water quality, and is safe for swimming/bathing

Compliant with the Blue Flag Directive 2010.

BRIGHTLINGSEA BEACH

• Sea Region North Sea
• Water Type estuary
• Sat Nav Coordinates 51.8057, 1.0106
• Meets Blue Flag Directive? Yes

Water quality: Bathing water at this beach meets or exceeds legal guidelines for water quality, and is safe for swimming/bathing.

Compliant with the Blue Flag Directive 2010.

HEACHAM BEACH

• Sea Region North Sea
• Water Type estuary
• Sat Nav Coordinates 52.9092, 0.4715
• Meets Blue Flag Directive? Yes

Heacham features two sandy beaches, North and South beach, and are ideal for lounging about on the golden sand or building sand castles with the children. It's the only beach in Norfolk that faces west, and it sits beautifully on the glorious North Norfolk coast.

Water quality: Bathing water at this beach meets or exceeds legal guidelines for water quality, and is safe for swimming/bathing.

Compliant with the Blue Flag Directive 2010.

HAMPSTEAD HEATH (LADIES POND) BEACH

• Sea Region North Sea
• Water Type L
• Sat Nav Coordinates 51.5667, -0.1601
• Meets Blue Flag Directive? Yes

Water quality: Bathing water at this beach complies with mandatory requirements for water quality, and is safe for swimming/bathing

Compliant with the Blue Flag Directive 2010.

HAMPSTEAD HEATH (MENS POND) BEACH

• Sea Region North Sea
• Water Type L
• Sat Nav Coordinates 51.5633, -0.1566
• Meets Blue Flag Directive? Yes

Water quality: Bathing water at this beach meets or exceeds legal guidelines for water quality, and is safe for swimming/bathing.

Compliant with the Blue Flag Directive 2010.

HAMPSTEAD HEATH (MIXED POND) BEACH

• Sea Region North Sea
• Water Type L
• Sat Nav Coordinates 51.5606, -0.1663
• Meets Blue Flag Directive? Yes

Water quality: Bathing water at this beach complies with mandatory requirements for water quality, and is safe for swimming/bathing

Compliant with the Blue Flag Directive 2010.

DOVERCOURT BEACH

• Sea Region North Sea
• Water Type estuary
• Sat Nav Coordinates 51.9287, 1.2737
• Meets Blue Flag Directive? Yes

Situated between Walton and Manningtree in Essex, Dovercourt Beach could well be the best in Essex with its Blue Flag status. Renowned for being the location for the 80's sitcom Hi-De-Hi, there is plenty to do and see on and around the beach, including restaurants and hotels along the coast.

Water quality: Bathing water at this beach meets or exceeds legal guidelines for water quality, and is safe for swimming/bathing.

Compliant with the Blue Flag Directive 2010.

JAYWICK BEACH

• Sea Region North Sea
• Water Type C
• Sat Nav Coordinates 51.7726, 1.1128
• Meets Blue Flag Directive? Yes

Water quality: Bathing water at this beach meets or exceeds legal guidelines for water quality, and is safe for swimming/bathing.

Compliant with the Blue Flag Directive 2010.

HUNSTANTON MAIN BEACH BEACH

• Sea Region North Sea
• Water Type estuary
• Sat Nav Coordinates 52.9368, 0.4839
• Meets Blue Flag Directive? Yes

Located just outside Hunstanton in Norfolk, Main Beach is renowned for its famous white and red striped cliffs. When the tide goes out the glorious sandy beach is exposed, and is extremely popular in the summer months. Facilities include toilets, cafes, restaurants and pubs, and a leisure centre is situated nearby. A Sea Life centre can also be found nearby, and children can take donkey rides along the beach. Pay and display parking is available.

Water quality: Bathing water at this beach meets or exceeds legal guidelines for water quality, and is safe for swimming/bathing.

Compliant with the Blue Flag Directive 2010.

CLACTON BEACH MARTELLO TOWER BEACH

• Sea Region North Sea
• Water Type C
• Sat Nav Coordinates 51.7799, 1.1401
• Meets Blue Flag Directive? Yes

Water quality: Bathing water at this beach meets or exceeds legal guidelines for water quality, and is safe for swimming/bathing.

Compliant with the Blue Flag Directive 2010.

CLACTON (GROYNE 41) BEACH

• Sea Region North Sea
• Water Type C
• Sat Nav Coordinates 51.785, 1.1535
• Meets Blue Flag Directive? Yes

Water quality: Bathing water at this beach complies with mandatory requirements for water quality, and is safe for swimming/bathing

Compliant with the Blue Flag Directive 2010.

CLACTON BEACH

• Sea Region North Sea
• Water Type C
• Sat Nav Coordinates 51.793, 1.1713
• Meets Blue Flag Directive? Yes

Water quality: Bathing water at this beach meets or exceeds legal guidelines for water quality, and is safe for swimming/bathing.

Compliant with the Blue Flag Directive 2010.

LEIGH BELL WHARF BEACH

• Sea Region North Sea
• Water Type estuary
• Sat Nav Coordinates 51.5393, 0.6527
• Meets Blue Flag Directive? Yes

Close to Leigh on Sea's world renowned cockle sheds where you can watch the working fishing boats bring in their catch, Bell Wharf Beach is located ten minutes walk from Leigh on Sea railway station. Nearby there are also character pubs, a cafe and The Boatyard, a stylish restaurant that offers a true waterfront experience.

Water quality: Bathing water at this beach meets or exceeds legal guidelines for water quality, and is safe for swimming/bathing.

Compliant with the Blue Flag Directive 2010.

HUNSTANTON (OLD HUNSTANTON) BEACH

• Sea Region North Sea
• Water Type estuary
• Sat Nav Coordinates 52.9536, 0.4964
• Meets Blue Flag Directive? Yes

Head down to Old Hunstanton beach for some spectacular sunsets - this beach faces west so it gets plenty of sun exposure, giving it the nickname Sunny Hunny. With broad sandy beaches and lots of rock pools to explore, it's a fantastic destination for the whole family. The beach has been given a Blue Flag Award that recognises its high standard in quality and safety. Dogs not allowed on the main beach.

Water quality: Bathing water at this beach meets or exceeds legal guidelines for water quality, and is safe for swimming/bathing.

Compliant with the Blue Flag Directive 2010.

FELIXSTOWE SOUTH BEACH

• Sea Region North Sea
• Water Type C
• Sat Nav Coordinates 51.9543, 1.3415
• Meets Blue Flag Directive? Yes

Felixstowe South Beach is a wonderful shingle and sand beach that slopes gently towards the clear sea. Set in front of seafront gardens and a promenade with amusements, this beach has been awarded a Blue Flag and an ENCAMS Seaside Award for quality of water, its facilities and cleanliness. A pier is available nearby, as is crazy golf and a leisure centre.

Water quality: Bathing water at this beach meets or exceeds legal guidelines for water quality, and is safe for swimming/bathing.

Compliant with the Blue Flag Directive 2010.

SOUTHEND CHALKWELL BEACH

• Sea Region North Sea
• Water Type estuary
• Sat Nav Coordinates 51.5368, 0.6758
• Meets Blue Flag Directive? Yes

Great for long refreshing walks, it offers a relaxing getaway from the hustle and bustle of the main family beaches of Southend on Sea. A sandy beach that is cleaned regularly, there is plenty of local things to do, including local amusements.

Water quality: Bathing water at this beach meets or exceeds legal guidelines for water quality, and is safe for swimming/bathing.

Compliant with the Blue Flag Directive 2010.

HOLLAND BEACH

• Sea Region North Sea
• Water Type C
• Sat Nav Coordinates 51.8131, 1.2259
• Meets Blue Flag Directive? Yes

Water quality: Bathing water at this beach meets or exceeds legal guidelines for water quality, and is safe for swimming/bathing.

Compliant with the Blue Flag Directive 2010.

FELIXSTOWE NORTH BEACH

• Sea Region North Sea
• Water Type C
• Sat Nav Coordinates 51.9603, 1.3551
• Meets Blue Flag Directive? Yes

A wonderful seaside beach with plenty to do and see. The beach itself is sand and shingle that slopes gently towards the sea in its own sheltered bay, and backed by a two-mile promenade and gardens. Local facilities include catering, toilets (including disabled facilities), and convenience stores. Parking for around 100 cars is available nearby. Don't forget the Martello Coast Path that runs by the beach, perfect for family walks or dog walking.

Water quality: Bathing water at this beach meets or exceeds legal guidelines for water quality, and is safe for swimming/bathing.

Compliant with the Blue Flag Directive 2010.

FRINTON BEACH

• Sea Region North Sea
• Water Type C
• Sat Nav Coordinates 51.8284, 1.2464
• Meets Blue Flag Directive? Yes

Water quality: Bathing water at this beach meets or exceeds legal guidelines for water quality, and is safe for swimming/bathing.

Compliant with the Blue Flag Directive 2010.

SOUTHEND WESTCLIFF BAY BEACH

• Sea Region North Sea
• Water Type estuary
• Sat Nav Coordinates 51.5353, 0.687
• Meets Blue Flag Directive? Yes

Locatd in Westcliff, just a short stroll from busy Southend on Sea, is the sandy beach of Westcliff Bay. Plenty of local facilities can be found nearby, including toilets, disabled access, first aid and deckchair hire. Cafes and amusements are situated nearby too. Don't forget to visit the longest pleasure pier in the world, Southend on Sea Pier. Parking available nearby.

Water quality: Bathing water at this beach meets or exceeds legal guidelines for water quality, and is safe for swimming/bathing.

Compliant with the Blue Flag Directive 2010.