Brightlingsea is a vibrant town set at the mouth of the River Colne. Admire the beach huts overlooking the beach on a stroll along the promenade and dip your toes in the water before grabbing a bite at the café by Batemans Tower. Get some sleep at one of these Brightlingsea campsites.
Colchester, Essex (1.6 miles)
A small campsite in a remote and peaceful location while still just 20 minutes from Colchester.
4.81 /5
St Osyth, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex (2.4 miles)
Peaceful glamping, camping and touring site in the picturesque North Essex countryside, ten minutes from the beach.
4.73 /5
East Mersea, Colchester, Essex (2.9 miles)
Small, dog friendly ensuite glamping site with an onsite cafe and shop. Just a 15 minute walk to the coast!
St Osyth, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex (3.6 miles)
Family friendly camping, touring and glamping with a coffee shop. Ten minutes from Clacton-on-Sea and the beach.
4.83 /5
Layer Marney, Colchester, Essex (9.7 miles)
Family friendly glamping lodges with hot tubs, by a historic Layer Marney Tower and stunning Mersea Island.
Thorrington, Colchester, Essex (1.3 miles)
A unique and romantic shepherd's hut for two, in a truly special and secluded location on the Essex coast.
Mersea Island, Colchester, Essex (2.4 miles)
A quiet family retreat, set by the sea (and beach) and close to a country park in a small village on Mersea Island.
Mersea Island, Colchester, Essex (4 miles)
An award winning holiday park in Essex with camping, touring and caravan hire on Mersea Island.
Peldon, Essex (5.8 miles)
Family and dog friendly camping and glamping site with views towards Abberton Reservoir and close to Mersea Island.
Thorpe-Le-Soken, Essex (6.4 miles)
Peaceful, back-to-basics tent, caravan and motorhome camping set in the middle of a small working farm.
Lexden, Colchester, Essex (8.7 miles)
An award-winning country park with touring and camping right by Colchester, with its excellent castle.