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Beaches in Essex

8 designated bathing beaches in Essex, ranked by the Environment Agency's official water-quality rating — 2 are rated Excellent. Choose a beach to see places to stay within walking distance, things to do nearby and how to get there by train.

Southend Thorpe Bay beach Excellent Southend Thorpe Bay Southend Three Shells beach Excellent Southend Three Shells Leigh Bell Wharf beach Good Leigh Bell Wharf Southend Chalkwell beach Good Southend Chalkwell Southend Jubilee beach Good Southend Jubilee Southend Westcliff Bay beach Good Southend Westcliff Bay West Mersea beach Good West Mersea Canvey Island Foreshore beach Unrated Canvey Island Foreshore

Dog-friendly stays in Essex

For beach days with the dog — check each beach's seasonal dog rules with the local council before you go.

Travelodge

Travelodge

✓ Within walking distance of the beach and Southend Pier

🏖️ 0.44 miles from Southend Three Shells (Excellent water quality)

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