Family Adventures

Family holidays in old blighty are as popular as ever so escape to the Essex Coast and make some lasting memories with fun family activities to keep everyone happy.

Take a boat trip on a vintage sailing barge at Maldon on the Blackwater Estuary, check out the Essex ‘red’ seals on a trip out from Harwich Harbour or enjoy the rides of Adventure Island in Southend.

Fly a kite, chuck a frisbee and play some family football on the sandy beach or grassy greensward at Frinton-on-Sea. Hire a beach hut here for the day so you have a base and sit out with a cuppa, enjoying the sea views.

Beach combing is good fun and fossils can be found at Walton-on-the-Naze, sharks’ teeth being a local speciality! Pop into the Naze Tower here for the café and exhibition. Climb the 111 steps up to the viewing platform for spectacular, 360-degree views of the surrounding countryside and seascape. On a clear day you can see 30 miles away!

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Sealife Adventure

Address

Eastern Esplanade, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS1 2ER

Telephone
+44 (0)1702 442200

SEALIFE@STOCKVALE.CO.UK

Southend-on-Sea

Sea Life Adventure Aquarium is the South-East’s premier aquatic attraction with over 40 unique displays featuring sea life from all over the world.
The Britannia

Address

Eastern Esplanade, SOUTHEND-ON-SEA, Essex, SS1 2ER

Telephone
01702 443443

enquiries@stockvale.co.uk

SOUTHEND-ON-SEA

Introducing Heritage Fish and Chips at The Britannia. The new look and taste of the nation’s favourite traditional dish.
Enjoy a fresh coffee, a tasty Light Bite or delicious meal in this beautifully restored Georgian building in the very heart of…
Feelgoods Diner

Address

Western Esplanade, Southend on Sea, Essex, SS1 1EE

Telephone
+44 (0)1702 443424

feelgoods.reception@stockvale.co.uk

Southend on Sea

A dining experience with great food, live music and an entertainment centre in the shape of the Feelgoods Prize Arcade, all here at Feelgoods Restaurant!
The Three Shells Beach Café

Address

Adventure Island, Western Esplanade, Southend on Sea, SS1 1EE

Telephone
+44 (0)1702 443422

ENQUIRIES@THREESHELLS.CO.UK

Western Esplanade

The most popular family beach café on Southend Seafront on the award winning Three Shells beach!
Adventure Island

Address

Western Esplanade, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS1 1EE

Telephone
+44 (0)1702 443400

enquiries@stockvale.co.uk

Southend-on-Sea

Adventure Island is the U.K's No.1 FREE ADMISSION Fun Park. Situated on Southend-on-Sea's famous seafront, we have over 40 fabulous rides and attractions including the outrageous RAGE roller coaster.
Topsail Charters

Address

Cooks Barge Yard, The Hythe, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5HN

Telephone
+44 (0)1621 857567

info@top-sail.co.uk

Maldon

Historic sailing barges ‘Hydrogen’ and ‘Thistle’ are available for regular public cruises and also for private hire for groups up to 50 from a variety of East Coast locations including Maldon and Ipswich.
The High Lighthouse

Address

West Street, Harwich, CO12 3DR

Telephone
+44 (0)1255 506183

Harwich

The High Lighthouse was leading lights for the channel into Harwich Harbour, until 1863. The building is 90 feet high and has 100 steps to the top where you can experience stunning views over the Harbour and Town.
Hadleigh Castle

Address

Castle Lane, Benfleet, Essex, SS7 2AP

Telephone
+44 (0) 370 333 1181

CustomerCare@English-Heritage.org.uk

Benfleet

The impressive remains of a mighty fortress constructed over seven centuries ago; overlooking the Essex Marshes, the barbican and two towers remain standing today.
The Museum in the Park

Address

47 Mill Road, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5HX

Telephone
07973 559981

enquiries@maldonmuseum.org.uk

Maldon

Social history museum of Maldon and District situated on the edge of the award winning Promenade Park.
Pavillion Fish & Chips Emporium

Address

MARINE PARADE, Southend on Sea, SS1 2EL

Telephone
+44 (0)1702 443445

ENQUIRIES@STOCKVALE.CO.UK

Southend on Sea

There’s nothing quite like a fresh portion of Fish & Chips by the seaside – and we make some of the best around!
Sands by the Sea

Address

Western Esplanade, SOUTHEND-ON-SEA, Essex, SS1 1EE

Telephone
+44 (0)1702 468123

sands.reception@stockvale.co.uk

SOUTHEND-ON-SEA

Heritage Fish and Chips at Sands by the Sea – the new look and taste of the nation’s favourite dish! Overlooking the Thames Estuary
Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome

Address

Flambirds Chase, Hackmans Lane, Nr Maldon, Essex, CM3 6RJ

info@stowmaries.org.uk

Nr Maldon

Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome is a unique place with a unique history. It is the largest known surviving group of RFC buildings on a WWI aerodrome which was not adapted for further military use later in its history. Its collection of aircraft,…
Brightlingsea Boat Trips

Address

Harbour Office, 4 Copperas Road, Brightlingsea, Colchester, Essex, CO7 0AP

Telephone
+44 (0)1206 302200

mail@brightlingseaharbour.org

Brightlingsea, Colchester

From April 1st to 22nd September Brightlingsea Harbour runs a daily foot ferry service to Mersea Island and Point Clear. On certain dates a pub lunch river cruise along the River Colne to Rowhedge. Or take a river cruise up river to St Osyth…
Seal Watching Trips, Harwich

Address

1 The Quay, Harwich, Essex, CO12 3HH

Telephone
01728 666329

customerservice@sealwatching.co.uk

Harwich

Seal Watching Trips, Harwich is a must do experience for ocean, nature lovers and wildlife bird watchers. Book a 2 hour trip on our seal watching tour boat for all ages, at sealwatching.co.uk
See seals in their natural habitat on the banks of the…
Seal Watching Trips, Harwich

Address

1 The Quay, Harwich, Essex, CO12 3HH

Telephone
01728 666329

customerservice@sealwatching.co.uk

Harwich

Seal Watching Trips, Harwich is a must do experience for ocean, nature lovers and wildlife bird watchers. Book a 2 hour trip on our seal watching tour boat for all ages, at sealwatching.co.uk
See seals in their natural habitat on the banks of the…
Maldon Escape Rooms

Address

Edwards Walk Shopping Arcade, 22 White Horse Ln, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5QP

Telephone
01621 488048

info@knowescape.co.uk

Maldon

Maldon Escape Rooms is the Number 1 Escape Attraction in Maldon, Can you escape our themed rooms in one hour or less? Suitable for families, groups, corporate team building, stag nights, hen nights and anyone wanting a good hour of fun solving…
Colchester Castle Museum

Address

Castle Park, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1TJ

Telephone
01206 282939

museums@colchester.gov.uk

Colchester

Colchester Castle is the largest Norman Keep in Europe. Constructed on the foundations of the Roman Temple of Claudius. The Castle Museum today reveals many fascinating layers of history to visitors.
Sailing Barge "Reminder"

Address

Cooks Yard, The Hythe, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5HN

Telephone
+44 (0)1621 857567

info@top-sail.co.uk

Maldon

Historic sailing barge moored at top of River Blackwater on Maldon's Hythe Quay. Ideal base for sea wall walks, bird watching and exploring our Saltmarsh Coast..
Camelia Hotel

Address

178 Eastern Esplanade, Thorpe Bay, Southend, Essex, SS1 3AA

Telephone
+44 (0)1702 587917

bookings@cameliahotel.com

Price
Price £43.00 per person per night to £140.00 per room per night

Southend

Situated in a superb seaside position in Thorpe Bay with unrivalled views, the Camelia offers a happy mix of all that is best in hotels -an atmosphere of genuine friendliness, a keen appreciation of what really makes for an enjoyable stay.

Price
Price £43.00 per person per night to £140.00 per room per night
Thurrock Thameside Nature Discovery Park

Address

Mucking Wharf Road, Mucking, Stanford le Hope, Essex, SS17 0RN

Telephone
+44 (0)1375 643342

TTNP@essexwt.org.uk

Stanford le Hope

A stunning and innovative visitor centre and Nature Park created on a former landfill site, with superb views over the Thames. Explore, play or just enjoy the views!