Chrissie's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Worth visiting for the architecture of the building but also for the exhibitions.
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Firstsite
Worth visiting for the architecture of the building but also for the exhibitions.
http://www.walton-on-the-naze.com/
Has walking trails, wild life sea trips, fossils galore, a newly opened Pier.
You can walk along the backwaters for an alternative view of Walton, which is extremely rich in bird life and geology.
The 86ft historic landmark, Naze Tower, is dramatically situated on the cliffs at the Naze – its roof-viewing platform gives 360-degree panoramic views of coastal Essex and Suffolk. Inside, the tower houses a museum about the history of the Tower and the Naze, a tea rooms with seating inside and outside and an art gallery.
PS There is a large branch of Marks & Spencer in the town.
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Walton-on-the-Naze
http://www.walton-on-the-naze.com/
Has walking trails, wild life sea trips, fossils galore, a newly opened Pier.
You can walk along the backwaters for an alternative view of Walton, which is extremely rich in bird life and geology.
The 86ft historic landmark, Naze Tower, is dramatically situated on the cliffs at the Naze – its roof-viewing platform gives 360-degree panoramic views of coastal Essex and Suffolk. Inside, the tower houses a museum about the history of the Tower and the Naze, a tea rooms with seating inside and outside and an art gallery.
PS There is a large branch of Marks & Spencer in the town.
A House for Essex is designed by FAT Architecture and Grayson Perry. It is both an artwork in itself and the setting for a number of works by Perry exploring the special character and unique qualities of Essex. The building has been designed to evoke the tradition of wayside and pilgrimage chapels. It belongs to a history of follies, whilst also being deeply of its own time.
A House For Essex
Black Boy LaneA House for Essex is designed by FAT Architecture and Grayson Perry. It is both an artwork in itself and the setting for a number of works by Perry exploring the special character and unique qualities of Essex. The building has been designed to evoke the tradition of wayside and pilgrimage chapels. It belongs to a history of follies, whilst also being deeply of its own time.
There are currently up to 250 seals in the Walton backwaters, a healthy breeding population which has risen from only 5 in 1986.
We take you through the backwaters to Oakley creek, known as Hamford Water Nature Reserve, where the seals enjoy resting on the mudbanks.
Dogs are only allowed on Private hire trips. Not on public trips.
In addition to seals, a variety of birds can be spotted including the Wigeon, Pintail, Ringed Plover, Curlew, Dunlincan, Sandpipers, Gannets and Arctic Skuas.
One of our boats is an open vessel and one has a cover. Both are unfortunately not disability friendly. We are sorry for any inconvenience caused.
Seal watching Harwich
There are currently up to 250 seals in the Walton backwaters, a healthy breeding population which has risen from only 5 in 1986.
We take you through the backwaters to Oakley creek, known as Hamford Water Nature Reserve, where the seals enjoy resting on the mudbanks.
Dogs are only allowed on Private hire trips. Not on public trips.
In addition to seals, a variety of birds can be spotted including the Wigeon, Pintail, Ringed Plover, Curlew, Dunlincan, Sandpipers, Gannets and Arctic Skuas.
One of our boats is an open vessel and one has a cover. Both are unfortunately not disability friendly. We are sorry for any inconvenience caused.
Mersea Island is an idyllic location found about 9 miles from Clacton, and covering seven square miles, with a glowing reputation for beautiful scenery, oysters and historic charm.
Twice each 24 hours, Mersea has a high tide, sometimes this covers the road and prevents anyone from entering or leaving our magical little island. It’s actually a joy to witness nature making us wait, but don’t be tempted to take on the sea, only too often our emergency services find themselves rescuing unfamiliar drivers from a tide which strands their car! Be sure to check tide times and the all-important Strood Cam to make sure you don’t find yourself unexpectedly caught out.
Mersea Island
Mersea Island is an idyllic location found about 9 miles from Clacton, and covering seven square miles, with a glowing reputation for beautiful scenery, oysters and historic charm.
Twice each 24 hours, Mersea has a high tide, sometimes this covers the road and prevents anyone from entering or leaving our magical little island. It’s actually a joy to witness nature making us wait, but don’t be tempted to take on the sea, only too often our emergency services find themselves rescuing unfamiliar drivers from a tide which strands their car! Be sure to check tide times and the all-important Strood Cam to make sure you don’t find yourself unexpectedly caught out.
Places of Interest
Beth Chatto OBE was an award-winning plantswoman, author and lecturer. Her work here at the Gardens began in 1960. She took an overgrown wasteland of brambles, parched gravel and boggy ditches, transforming it using plants adapted by nature to thrive in different conditions: right plant, right place. An inspirational, informal garden has developed.
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Beth Chatto's Plants & Gardens
Clacton RoadBeth Chatto OBE was an award-winning plantswoman, author and lecturer. Her work here at the Gardens began in 1960. She took an overgrown wasteland of brambles, parched gravel and boggy ditches, transforming it using plants adapted by nature to thrive in different conditions: right plant, right place. An inspirational, informal garden has developed.
Museo del Castillo
Castle ParkTo the North of Colchester you will discover the Dedham Vale, affectionately known as Constable Country; an area of natural beauty which has inspired great English painters through the ages.
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Dedham Vale AONB
To the North of Colchester you will discover the Dedham Vale, affectionately known as Constable Country; an area of natural beauty which has inspired great English painters through the ages.
Enjoy a day out with nature. Explore ancient woodland walks, the lakes, the walled garden and the beautiful Arboretum.
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Jardines y Arboreto Marks Hall
Enjoy a day out with nature. Explore ancient woodland walks, the lakes, the walled garden and the beautiful Arboretum.
The nature reserve is a SSSI (Site Special Scientific Interest), a wildlife haven of over 200 acres (80 hectares) hosting up to 200 species of birds, 27 species of dragonflies and damselflies, 24 species of butterfly, 350 species of flowering plants, as well as Adders, Badgers and many other animals.
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Essex Wildlife Trust Fingringhoe Wick
The nature reserve is a SSSI (Site Special Scientific Interest), a wildlife haven of over 200 acres (80 hectares) hosting up to 200 species of birds, 27 species of dragonflies and damselflies, 24 species of butterfly, 350 species of flowering plants, as well as Adders, Badgers and many other animals.
Curve Water Sports is in St Osyth, about 15minute drive away. It specialises in a variety of water sports including wakeboarding, kayaking, stand up paddleboarding.
If you are after a fun day out, our ringo rides and inflatable aqua park are sure to cause smiles all round!
Book as many activities as you'd like and and spend the day there. There is free parking, a lake side cafe and seating overlooking the water.
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Curve Water Sports - Aqua Park, Wakeboarding, Kayaking and Paddleboarding Centre
Curve Water Sports is in St Osyth, about 15minute drive away. It specialises in a variety of water sports including wakeboarding, kayaking, stand up paddleboarding.
If you are after a fun day out, our ringo rides and inflatable aqua park are sure to cause smiles all round!
Book as many activities as you'd like and and spend the day there. There is free parking, a lake side cafe and seating overlooking the water.
Food and Drink
Right on the prom, resplendent in powder blue, the Kingscliff is just the spot for taking in the sea air, tucking into the freshest of seafood, breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea or supper, or call in for a drink as you enjoy the sea views……
The Kingscliff Hotel
55 Kings ParadeRight on the prom, resplendent in powder blue, the Kingscliff is just the spot for taking in the sea air, tucking into the freshest of seafood, breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea or supper, or call in for a drink as you enjoy the sea views……
Prezzo Italian Restaurant Clacton On Sea
4 Marine Parade WThe Royal Hotel, My Big Fat Greek Taverna, and the All That Jazz Beauty Bar are owned by Jason & Georgie Smedley, a family who are passionate about the hospitality trade, and love their traditional Cypriot cuisine, having been bought up on authentic, home-cooked food!
My Big Fat Greek Taverna
1 Marine Parade EastThe Royal Hotel, My Big Fat Greek Taverna, and the All That Jazz Beauty Bar are owned by Jason & Georgie Smedley, a family who are passionate about the hospitality trade, and love their traditional Cypriot cuisine, having been bought up on authentic, home-cooked food!
Aroy Thai, in Rosemary Road, Clacton focuses on providing authentic services with the highest levels of customer satisfaction – vegan, vegetarian and food intolerance options offered.
Aroy Thai
19 Rosemary RoadAroy Thai, in Rosemary Road, Clacton focuses on providing authentic services with the highest levels of customer satisfaction – vegan, vegetarian and food intolerance options offered.
Martello Lounge is situated opposite the pier, on the promenade in Clacton on Sea. They have a varied menu, including vegan and gluten free. It’s open for breakfast, coffee, lunch and dinner. It takes about 15 minutes to walk along the seafront to Martello Lounge or a few minutes drive.
Martello Lounge
Martello Lounge is situated opposite the pier, on the promenade in Clacton on Sea. They have a varied menu, including vegan and gluten free. It’s open for breakfast, coffee, lunch and dinner. It takes about 15 minutes to walk along the seafront to Martello Lounge or a few minutes drive.
Indian Cuisine. In addition to a huge selection of traditional dishes, Saffron also offers their own specialities creating unique meals for you to enjoy.
“Our approach to healthy cooking is that we try to minimize additives in our dishes”.
Saffron restaurant is about 10 minute drive away but they also deliver free of charge.
Saffron Indian Restaurant | Fine Dining & Takeaway
Indian Cuisine. In addition to a huge selection of traditional dishes, Saffron also offers their own specialities creating unique meals for you to enjoy.
“Our approach to healthy cooking is that we try to minimize additives in our dishes”.
Saffron restaurant is about 10 minute drive away but they also deliver free of charge.
Entertainment
Princes Theatre
Station RoadWest Cliff Theatre
Tower RoadCentury Cinema Clacton
129 Pier AveApart from a wide range of gaming machines and rides suitable for all ages, there are some good eateries, two soft play areas and two ten pin bowling alleys. Perfect to amuse yourselves on a rainy day.
Most weekends there is a sunset firework display on the pier (check the Clacton Pier website or social media for timings). You can view from the promenade a few metres from the cottage.
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Muelle de Clacton
Apart from a wide range of gaming machines and rides suitable for all ages, there are some good eateries, two soft play areas and two ten pin bowling alleys. Perfect to amuse yourselves on a rainy day.
Most weekends there is a sunset firework display on the pier (check the Clacton Pier website or social media for timings). You can view from the promenade a few metres from the cottage.
Events
Clacton Airshow is a very popular event In Clacton. The proposed dates for 2023 are Thursday 24th & Friday 25th August. In addition to the day flying, Twilight flights will take place Thursday evening only.
The official show site opening time each day is 11am.
Air Show (Orange Car Park)
Clacton Airshow is a very popular event In Clacton. The proposed dates for 2023 are Thursday 24th & Friday 25th August. In addition to the day flying, Twilight flights will take place Thursday evening only.
The official show site opening time each day is 11am.
Consejos sobre la ciudad
Cómo moverse
There are regular train and bus services as well as Taxis
A pleasant walk in and out of Clacton town along the promenade takes about 15 minutes.