Dovercourt Bay Beach
Harwich, EssexAbout Dovercourt Bay Beach
Catch some sun, enjoy strolling along the sea and play in the water at Dovercourt Bay Beach near Harwich.
This sand and shingle beach is a family-friendly location featuring lots of local attractions. You'll have the chance to see two iron cast lighthouses, the port of Felixstowe and Hamford Water National Nature Reserve.
A lazy day at the beach is a firm family favourite - just unwind and enjoy the sun to the sound of kids playing and waves washing on the shore with a quiet “Woosh”. Want more fun? At Dovercourt Bay Beach you'll also find model yacht pond, a boating lake and a skate park. How's that for entertainment!
- Family-friendly sand & shingle beach
- Local attractions, including 2 lighthouses
- Plenty of entertainment to enjoy
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Lower Marine Parade
Harwich
Essex
CO12 3SS
England
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