Clacton offers great days out year-round, with one of the region’s best beaches and plenty of seafront attractions. From the Award winning Clacton Pier, stunning coastal wildlife, beautiful gardens, museums, cafes, restaurants, shopping and more – there’s something for everyone to explore and enjoy in this vibrant seaside town.
Clacton Pier
Clacton Pier is the ultimate seaside attraction, packed with fun for all ages, all year round. From thrilling rides and rollercoasters to a state-of-the-art arcade, tenpin bowling, and soft play, there’s something for everyone to enjoy—rain or shine.
Explore our immersive Jurassic Pier: 4D Encounter, test your skills on the adventure golf course, or simply relax with food and drinks at one of our bars and eateries overlooking the sea. Whether you’re planning a family day out, a date, or time with friends, Clacton Pier offers a full day of excitement and entertainment in one unforgettable location. And don’t miss our amazing seasonal events. Click the image to go to their website.
Clacton Pavillion
Clacton Pavilion will keep you entertained long into the evening with a huge variety of affordable activities and fun. From a high-quality meal to a day of adventure, games and fun, Clacton Pavilion has plenty to offer regardless of age or ability. And during the summer don’t forget about our water play park. Click the image to go to their website.
Hasty’s Adventure Farm
Hasty’s Adventure Farm has acres of outdoors space for families to enjoy and make memories together. There is lots of play to be had, including pedal go karts, grass sledges, ride on tractors for toddlers, den building, giant Lego bricks, sand and water play, hobbit huts and for older children, a huge undercover wooden adventure zone….in fact it sits under the largest canopy in Essex!
Our animals are in keeping with traditional farming, with sheep, lambs, Pygmy goats, Golden Guernsey goats, Anglo Nubian goats, pigs, chickens, chicks, runner ducks, alpacas and calves. All our animals are super friendly and love nothing more than coming up to say hello. Click the image to go to their website.
Clacton Shopping Village
Shop the best of both worlds at Clacton Shopping Village, where your favourite high-street names sit alongside standout independent stores. Whether you’re updating your wardrobe, refreshing your home, or hunting for a thoughtful gift, you’ll find quality and choice around every corner.
Take your time, enjoy the open-air setting, and treat yourself to a bite to eat while you browse. With free parking and year-round savings, it’s shopping made easy – and enjoyable.
More Places to Visit
For more information about things to do in the area, click the image above to go to the Discover Clacton website.