Location: Clacton-on-Sea
Top Things to do in Clacton-on-Sea
Top Restaurants in Clacton-on-Sea
What to do and see in Clacton-on-Sea, United Kingdom (UK): The Best Places and Tips
Clacton-on-Sea is the largest town in the Tendring peninsula and district in Essex, England, and was founded as an urban district in the year 1871. It is a seaside resort that saw a peak of tourists in the summer months between the 1950s and 1970s.
Restaurants in Clacton-on-Sea
1. West Cliff Theatre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 281 reviews
Established on the current Clacton site in 1899, and run independently by the West Cliff Trust, the West Cliff is the only surviving purpose-built theatre in Clacton, and plays host to professional touring shows and many local amateur dramatic and operatic groups, dance schools, and other youth groups. Its compact auditorium with just under 600 seats, a unique atmosphere and knowledgeable and friendly staff make it Clacton's theatre of choice for artistes and audiences alike. The Stage Door Bar is open both prior to and during the interval for each show, and provides pre-booked meals for selected shows. The lounge may be hired for private functions with or without bar and catering services.
Reviewed By Debbie H - Clacton-on-Sea, United Kingdom
We saw new signs advertising the opening of a new cafe in the bar area of the westcliff.lvely friendly lady lisa serves my X of sandwiches, panini's,cakes , scones and teacakes.really good value.there is also a deal that if you purchase theatre tickets you get...MoreHello, thank you for your comments about our new bar and cafe, it is really nice to know that you enjoyed your experience recently. I shall pass your comments onto Lisa and Nigel. Look forward to welcoming you here again soon.
2. Frinton on Sea Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 356 reviews
Reviewed By Wendy H
I'm lucky enough to be able to walk on Frinton beach every day, along with our two crazy dogs. At weekends hubbie comes too and if we're really lucky our teenage daughter joins us. Whatever the weather it's a beautiful clean beach filled with friendly welcoming faces, and that includes the dogs too.
Frinton now has an extensive repertoire of cafes and restaurants which, combined with the stunning beach, make this a great place to visit for a day out, throughout the year.
3. St. Osyth Beach
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 222 reviews
Reviewed By Chelsea B - Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
We stayed at the local Haven and took the dogs along here for their morning walk, a lovely little stroll
4. Walton On The Naze beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 356 reviews
Reviewed By Terri D - Walton-on-the-Naze, United Kingdom
The beach at Walton is lovely, it is a beautiful sandy type of beach with plenty of room for lots of people to spend the day without being on top of each other.
There are dog friendly parts of the beach as well as no dog zones.
There are plenty of ice cream stands and places to get snacks and meals.
The beach is well maintained and the locals are proud of their town. It's a lovely place to visit and gives you that "back in time" kind of feel!
Would we return?
We would, We did, We moved to Walton!
5. Lifehouse Spa
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 299 reviews
Reviewed By ferg17 - Essex
Had a prosecco spa day at the weekend:
Pros - very good body massage, well-equipped gym,
Cons- way too busy especially the pools and the bar area, too much noise (wasn't very relaxing), queues at reception, place was cold in temperature, the food served at lunch was cold also
6. Clacton-on-Sea Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 725 reviews
Reviewed By bigbarryEssex - essex
One of the nicest cleanest Beaches around..the kids love running around in the sand and playing games..the pier has become a major tourist attraction over the last few years.
7. Great Danes
Overall Ratings
5 based on 67 reviews
Find a piece of Denmark in Frinton On Sea. Great Danes is a gift shop that celebrates Danish and Scandinavian design. With over 1,200 products you are sure to find many things you don't need, but can't live without!
Reviewed By suer910
excellent service and excellent products! are the most comfortable things you can put on your feet, worth every penny! last for years.love them.Very glad to hear you love our Felted Wool Slippers "warning addiction may occur" Grab a few pairs for guests, available in all sizes and 7 colours. Have a look online at the many choices available. We look forward to seeing you again soon.
8. St. Osyth Beach Sunday Market
Overall Ratings
4 based on 83 reviews
Sunday Market running for over 30 years,Every Sunday from Easter untill the end of October each year.Also on Wednesdays during school summer Holidays.
Reviewed By EssexTipa - Essex, United Kingdom
We decided to go to the Sunday Market at St Osyth yesterday, My favourite stall being the ladies clothes stall where the lovely lady sells brand named New Clothes at just £4 each, but she wasn't there. It's a shame because it's a long way for us to go for her not to be there.
There's still the usual market stalls - a great make-up stall, bedding bits, puzzle & crossword books, kids colouring bits, market clothing; bits n bobs for the house; cleaning products, kitchen roll, loo roll, mats, hoses, woks, jewellery, toiletries, pet items, sweets, kids clothing, electrical items etc. There's also a stall with garden statues and one with garden ornaments and decorations....and if Hubby wasn't with me, I would probably buy most of those!!
Unfortunately I am not able to get about without my 3-wheeled walker, which caused me absolute horrendous pain yesterday!! You are literally struggling the whole time to walk over stones - like in a car park, the wheels were constantly getting stuck, causing me to almost go over the handlebars MANY times!!!
Unfortunately I won't be able to go there ever again, but if you are able bodied, then it will be ok.
9. The Naze Tower
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 214 reviews
Historic 86ft landmark built in 1720. Now houses an art gallery showing Exhibitions by East Anglian artists, museum about the history of the Tower and The Naze, tea rooms serving all day and at the top a viewing platform with spectacular coastal views.
Reviewed By 122patt - Dartford, United Kingdom
The tower offers great views from the top. There is a nice tea rooms there. The area around the tower is great. There are good walks. A nature reserve. The beach there is good fun as you can hunt for fossils.(but keep an eye on the tide as it comes in very quickly). The cliffs are eroding so you have to be careful when you go near them. There are two tea rooms and a café there. Parking is £2.00.
10. Princes Theatre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 183 reviews
Constructed in 1931, the Princes Theatre is an impressive purpose built theatre, with an 820 seat auditorium. With modern retractable tiered Seating and large proscenium arched stage the flexibility of this venue is limited only by imagination. The Princes Theatre plays host to many celebrity acts.
Reviewed By K2047BEthomass - Greater London, United Kingdom
Enjoyed the show Jimmy was still hilarious and on the money after all these years. The Theatre was very comfortable with excellent friendly and helpful Staff. Tickets reasonably priced. Would only suggest a few more behind the bar to cope with the demand to benefit the public and maximise profit for the Theatre.
