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Beach GuideYou are in: Essex > Discover Essex > Beach Guide > Brightlingsea Beach ![]() Boats on the water Brightlingsea BeachBrightlingsea beach is famous for its beach huts. It is located between Colchester and Clacton. Facts about Brightlingsea beachBeach type: Sandy, with shingle and mud flats. Toilets: Yes. Food: The town centre is half a mile away from the beach, you can get food there. Facilities: No showers. Entertainment: Bring your own, or just enjoy the peace and quiet! ![]() Brightlingsea is well known for it's colourful beach huts and from across the water you can see Mersea Island. Brightlingsea has a small beach in a semicircular shape where the River Colne flows into the sea. It is a noncommercial resort and in many ways is similar to Mersea Island beach. Brightlingsea beach is suitable for you if you don't want to go to a packed beach resort, and just want a quiet day out. There isn't any entertainment on the beach, as it is a very small area, so you could go and enjoy a swim and sunbathe, whilst watching the boats out on the water. ![]() Beach huts However, if you are feeling energetic there is a sports centre in the town. The Town Hard is the place to go if you want to watch all the waterfront comings and goings. You can also see the activities of the Smack Preservation Society, and watch the boats. last updated: 09/07/07 Have Your SayLet us know what you think about Brightlingsea beach.
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