Dovercourt Bay

  • Dovercourt Bay - Essex
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  • Dovercourt Bay is a tranquil seaside resort, with sand and shingle beaches, near the historic town of Harwich. Plenty of facilities on the promenade, including a skate park and a boating lake.

    Within easy reach of Hemford Water National Nature Reserve, known for its resident seals.

    Type of beach

    Sandy

    Lifeguard service

    Yes

    Dogs friendly beach?

    Dogs are banned from certain parts of the beach from 1 May to 30 September inclusive. (From Mill Lane subway to end of promenade at Spa Cabins and from slipway south west of Swimming Pool, to upper Lighthouse, south west of Beach Road.)

    Essex dog friendly beaches »

    Activities

    • Jet-skiing
    • Sailing
    • Swimming/bathing
    • Wind surfing

    Facilities

    • Toilets
    • Disabled facilities

    Nearest town

    Harwich

    Postcode

    CO12 3SS

    OS grid ref.

    TM 2547 3109

    Parking

    Free and Pay and Display car parking is available.

    Water quality

    Water quality star rating

    Awards

    Blue Flag AwardMarine Conservation Society Recommended

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    Dovercourt Bay Reviews

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    Nick
    Apr 21st 2020

    Tranquil beach - lovely walk and stunning views