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West Mersea Beach is situated on Mersea Island, which is connected to the mainland by a causeway that is partially submerged at high tide. The beach itself is a mix of sand and pebbles, backed by grassland and lined with colourful beach huts that offer stunning views over the Blackwater estuary.
The south-facing beach looks out over the Blackwater Estuary and offers a range of activities for visitors, including sunbathing, picnicking, and water sports such as stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, and windsurfing. The Mersea Island Watersports centre provides high-quality rentals and lessons for those looking to try their hand at a new sport. Visitors can also try their luck at crabbing off one of the jetties or cast a line from the shore for fishing.
The beach is lined with beach huts, including those available for rent along Victoria Esplanade, which offer a convenient place to store belongings, change, or simply relax in the shade. While there are no lifeguards on duty, the beach is generally considered a safe place to swim and enjoy water activities. Dogs are allowed on the beach all year round, although it is recommended to keep them on a lead during busy summer months.
Visitors can also explore the nearby West Mersea Yacht Club, a popular yachting hotspot with busy boatyards and an annual regatta in August.
Sand Pebbles
| Today |  |
|---|---|
| Chance of rain | 92% |
| Max temperature | 14°C |
| feels like | 13°C |
| Wind 17mph |  |
| Max UV Index |  |
| Tonight | |
|---|---|
| Chance of rain | 49% |
| Min temperature | 9°C |
| feels like | 11°C |
| Wind 9mph |  |
The tide at West Mersea Beach is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 1:49 PM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 8:13 PM.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Food available
Toilets
Shops
Parking available behind the beach, just off Victoria Esplanade.
Dogs are welcome all year round.
No lifeguard cover at this beach
Water quality not measured here
around 19 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 38 miles by road.
around 20 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 38 miles by road.
around 23 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 39 miles by road.
around 23 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 38 miles by road.
around 5 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 19 miles by road or 6 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 8 miles east as the seagull flies, around 24 miles by road or 12 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 9 miles east as the seagull flies, around 24 miles by road or 12 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 10 miles east as the seagull flies, around 24 miles by road or 12 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 11 miles east as the seagull flies, around 24 miles by road or 13 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 13 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 26 miles by road or 16 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 15 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 27 miles by road or 17 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 16 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 26 miles by road or 19 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 17 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 44 miles by road.
around 18 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 42 miles by road.
around 18 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 43 miles by road.
around 19 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 40 miles by road.
around 19 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 40 miles by road.
around 19 miles northeast as the seagull flies, around 28 miles by road.
around 19 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 39 miles by road.
around 20 miles northeast as the seagull flies, around 28 miles by road.
Location: West Mersea
Location type: Town
OS Grid: TM015123
Coordinates: 51°46'23"N 0°55'11"E
Mapcode: GBR SPJ.Z7T
What 3 Words: issue.ferrying.precautions
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: Colchester
Parish: West Mersea
Nearest postcode: CO5 8DB
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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