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Caravan Holidays in Essex
Explore 350 miles of beautiful Essex coastline, visit the colourful beach huts and make the most of our on-site facilities when you holiday in Essex.
Add a hot tub, soak up the seasonal entertainment, or try out our award-winning menus. What are you waiting for? Book today for the ultimate holidays in Essex.
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Enjoy the east of England like never before with our holiday park in Essex. Looking out onto the North Sea, when staying at our holiday parks and camping site in Essex, you’ll be surrounded by breath-taking scenery and sandy beaches. The world is your oyster at our holiday parks and Summer camping site in Essex.
Tuck into the local cuisine and explore the surrounding areas, or enjoy our on-park facilities and make the most of cosy nights in. Relax by the poolside by day, or really make the most of your holidays in Essex by opting for a hot tub add-on. What’s not to love?
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What's great about Essex:
- Stunning beaches: Clacton-on-Sea Beach boasts a lively atmosphere and a variety of amenities, including amusement parks, arcades, and seaside cafes. Another charming beach is Thorpe Bay, which is nestled within Southend-On-Sea and is the perfect family day out with plenty of facilities, including beach huts, cafes, and playgrounds. Situated just minutes away from our Mersea Island resort, Mersea Island Beach is also private and accessible only to guests staying at the Mersea Island holiday park, so it's the perfect opportunity to combine a great stay with peaceful seclusion on your Essex holiday.
- World famous attractions: such as the iconic Southend-on-Sea, the classic British seaside resort, experience ice cream, fish and chips, arcades, fun fairs and even more. Visit Colchester Zoo and see Bears, Monkeys, Tigers, Lions, Elephants and even more. And a must see is the Beth Chatto Gardens; take a stroll through the enchanting Beth Chatto Gardens – where you can immerse yourselves in tranquillity and natural beauty.
- Plenty of fun activities: Go Bananas is the perfect family attraction and is one of the South East's biggest indoor adventure play centres. If your family loves a thrill, Wyvernwood is the perfect family attraction and adventure park – known for offering a magical day out for families in Colchester. For an immersive experience, head to the Marsh Farm Animal Adventure Park, where the whole family can have a hands-on experience with farm animals and explore interactive play areas
- Magnificent coastline: Essex is a county blessed with a stunning coastline, offering many opportunities for you to explore its natural beauty. There is something for everyone, from serene beaches to winding trails along estuaries and through nature reserves.
- Museums and stately homes: Visit the Military Services Museum and experience an eye-opening journey through British military history, from medieval swords to the real-life inspiration for James Bond to modern tanks. Just a mile from Ingatestone village, Ingatestone Hall retains its original Tudor features, including mullioned windows and high chimneys, and is set amidst 10 acres of gardens with lawns, a walled garden, and a stew pond.
- Vibrant towns and villages: Hampshire has plenty of places you must visit on your trip, including West Mersea, Colchester, Clacton-On-Sea, Southend-on-sea, Harwich, and Frinton-on-Sea.
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Camping at Mersea Island
For the ultimate outdoors experience, camping at Mersea Island is the way to go. Simply pitch your tent on one of our grass pitches and you’ll receive free swimming throughout your stay, as well as access to shower and toilet blocks.
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Fancy a hot tub holiday?
There’s nothing quite like a hot tub break in Mersea Island. We have a number of ways to stay that include your very own private hot tub! There is a great choice of accommodation when it comes to hot tubs at Mersea Island including the TriBeCa and Oyster Cottage.
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Dog friendly escape
We love dogs here at Away Resorts so bring your pooch with you on your next break to Mersea Island! Dogs are allowed in all of our accommodation types at Mersea Island, including our Exclusive grades, so if you wish for your pooch to experience a touch of luxury, they absolutely can!
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Can I bring my dog on my break in Essex?
Our Mersea Island Holiday Park in Essex is nothing short of a pet paradise! We know you’re incomplete without your pooch, and that’s why we have a wide range of pet-friendly accommodation!
What facilities do Essex caravan parks have on offer?
There’s lots to get stuck into on your holidays in Essex, including our fantastic on-park facilities. You can find The Muddy Duck Clubhouse for food and drinks, a park shop, heated indoor pool and an adventure playground – just to name a few!
Do Away Resorts offer hot tub breaks in Essex?
Some of the accommodation in our holiday parks in Essex come with the option to add on a hot tub, so you can relax and unwind in the comfort of your own private, bubbly space.
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