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The beach has sand and pebbles and is backed by grassland and beach huts. At low water there is a large expanse of mud. There are views over the Blackwater estuary.
Sand Pebbles
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Chance of rain | 94% |
Min temp. | 5°C |
(feels like | 2°C) |
Wind 20mph | ![]() |
Tomorrow |
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Chance of rain | 52% |
Max temp. | 10°C |
(feels like | 6°C) |
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The tide at West Mersea Beach is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 9:25 PM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 3:47 AM tomorrow.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Approximate sea surface temperature:
6.8°C
Parking available behind the beach, just off Victoria Esplanade.
Dogs are welcome all year round.
No lifeguard cover at this beach
Good water quality
Bramley
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Romantic Essex Farm Cottage
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Little Thatch
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West Lodge
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Crispin Cox
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Romantic Essex Stables
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Lady Grace Boat Trips (0.7 miles)
Mersea Island Watersports (0.9 miles)
St Peter's Chapel (2.7 miles)
Cudmore Grove Country Park (3.4 miles)
Abberton Reservoir Visitor Centre (4.7 miles)
Brightlingsea Lido (4.8 miles)
West Mersea Oyster Bar (230 yards)
All distances are approximate
Location: West Mersea
Location type: Town
OS Grid: TM015123
County: Essex
Country: England
Local Authority: Colchester
Parish: West Mersea
Nearest postcode: CO5 8DB
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