Thorpe Bay Beach - Essex Coast - UK Beach Days Guide

Visit Thorpe Bay Beach

Family friendly Thorpe Bay in Southend-on-Sea in Essex, is a well loved seaside destination. There are beach huts and attractions for all ages.

This beach is …

Backed By Beach Huts
Family Friendly

What to see and do

Enjoy A Family Day Out

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Places to stay

Holiday Cottages

Holiday accommodation near this beach

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Getting To Thorpe Bay Beach

Beach Location

Eastern Esplanade, Southend-on-Sea SS1 3AD

Parking

There is a carpark close to the beach

Nearest Train

Station

Taking a trip to the beach. Get there by train or car.

Map of Thorpe Bay Beach

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Thorpe Bay Beach Dogs Policy

Dogs are banned 1 May to 30 September. Allowed off-season, with leads on the promenade.

Clean-up required. Winter walks here are peaceful and pleasantly uneventful.

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What’s On along the Coast

Throughout the year there are a series of events and festivals taking place along the Coast 2026. Find out What’s On from food festivals to cultural and sporting events.

Get active on the beach

Find the best beaches for water sports. Learn to kitesurf, surf or sail at schools around the UK. Lessons are available to suit all abilities.