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Clacton Pier Beach is famous for its historic pier, built in 1877, and now attracts families with its vast array of traditional seaside entertainments. The beach is a sandy stretch considered child-friendly, with local lifeguard patrols and first aid cover.
Clacton (Groyne 41) bathing water is situated next to the pier on the central seafront of Clacton-on-Sea. The beach is gently shelving and sandy, with much of it covered at high water. It is a popular beach resort backed by a promenade, which in turn is backed by the town and coast road on top of a 20-metre cliff.
The beach provides a classic British seaside holiday experience, complete with a Victorian pier, seaside amusements, cafes, and entertainment. The beach itself is a decent-sized stretch of clean golden sand, making it popular with families. A seasonal lifeguard service, easy parking, and plenty of amenities close by make Clacton a favourite during the school holidays.
The beach offers a range of activities, including paddling, swimming, and building sandcastles. Visitors can also enjoy water sports, crazy golf along the promenade, and explore the nearby Pavilion Fun Park. The iconic Clacton Pier is a hub of excitement and entertainment, featuring amusement rides, arcades, and attractions. The seafront gardens, located along the upper promenade, are also worth exploring.
Throughout the year, the town hosts various events, including a lively carnival week and the annual Clacton Air Show, a free spectacle that takes place in August. Visitors can also take a leisurely stroll along the promenade to soak in the vibrant seaside atmosphere and enjoy the views.
Sand Shingle
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| Chance of rain | % |
| Min temperature | 13°C |
| feels like | 12°C |
| Wind 12mph |  |
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| Max temperature | 18°C |
| feels like | 20°C |
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The tide at Clacton Pier Beach is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 5:15 AM tomorrow, and the next high tide will be at approximately 11:12 AM tomorrow.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Campsite
Food available
Toilets
Shops
Slipway
Free and pay parking available.
This is a dog friendly beach but please check beach signs for possible seasonal restrictions.
No lifeguard cover at this beach
Water quality not measured here
less than a mile southwest as the seagull flies, less than a mile by road.
less than a mile northeast as the seagull flies, less than a mile by road.
around 2 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 2 miles by road or 2 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 4 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 5 miles by road or 4 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 5 miles northeast as the seagull flies, around 7 miles by road or 5 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 7 miles northeast as the seagull flies, around 8 miles by road.
around 12 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 19 miles by road or 15 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 12 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 19 miles by road.
around 12 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 19 miles by road.
around 6 miles west as the seagull flies, around 11 miles by road or 8 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 10 miles west as the seagull flies, around 24 miles by road or 12 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 14 miles northeast as the seagull flies, around 41 miles by road or 20 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 15 miles northeast as the seagull flies, around 40 miles by road or 20 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 23 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 63 miles by road.
around 24 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 62 miles by road.
around 25 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 61 miles by road.
around 26 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 59 miles by road.
around 26 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 59 miles by road.
around 26 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 58 miles by road.
around 27 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 58 miles by road.
Location: Clacton-on-Sea
Location type: Urban
OS Grid: TM176144
Coordinates: 51°47'10"N 1°9'13"E
Mapcode: GBR TQZ.YB4
What 3 Words: printouts.offstage.lads
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: Tendring
Nearest postcode: CO15 1QY
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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