Essex, England, United Kingdom

3 Shells Beach and Lagoon

3 Shells Beach and Lagoon is located in Southend, a close distance to London, approximately an hour by train. The beach is particularly popular among families due to its child-friendly features. It boasts a lagoon and a children's playground, making it an ideal location for a full day of summer fun. The water in the lagoon is noted to be warmer than the sea, adding to its appeal for young swimmers.

The beach is surrounded by a variety of amenities. There are numerous restaurants in the vicinity, offering a range of food and drink options. Additionally, a shopping center is located nearby, adding to the convenience of the location. Basic facilities, including toilets, are also available within a short walking distance from the beach.

Discover comfortable stays near 3 Shells Beach and Lagoon, where the lagoon's warmer waters make it perfect for young swimmers.

The beach also features a small swimming pool, which is a hit among children. However, the cleanliness of the beach and its facilities, particularly the toilets, has been a point of concern. The lagoon has also been reported to have issues with pollution, including rubbish and an unpleasant smell. Parking at the beach can be expensive, which may be a consideration for visitors planning a trip to the beach.

What to do at 3 Shells Beach and Lagoon?

Amenities

3 Shells Beach and Lagoon amenities include parking and toilet.

Restaurants

Best restaurants near 3 Shells Beach and Lagoon include Rose Restaurant, Tomassi's, The Mews, Clarence Restaurant & Cafe, Aurum Restaurant, Pieno-Lleno, Il Pescatore and Nando's Southend.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the family-friendly nature of the beach, particularly praising the children's swimming pool and playground. The close proximity to a shopping center and the availability of various activities are also appreciated by visitors. However, cleanliness, especially of the toilets and lagoon, is a common complaint among visitors.

Where to Stay near 3 Shells Beach and Lagoon?

Visitors to 3 Shells Beach and Lagoon in Southend often stay in the nearby town of Southend-on-Sea, which offers a variety of accommodation options within walking distance to the beach. Many visitors also include trips to the surrounding areas, such as Leigh-on-Sea and Westcliff-on-Sea, to explore more of the Essex coastline and enjoy local attractions.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is 3 Shells Beach and Lagoon?

Latitude: 51.5330928 / Longitude: 0.7129442

3 Shells Beach and Lagoon is located in Essex. The following map of 3 Shells Beach and Lagoon shows the exact location.

3 Shells Beach and Lagoon: Weather Today

📅 Tuesday, July 8, 2025
It's an average day to visit 3 Shells Beach and Lagoon. There is a chance of light showers, so it's worth packing an umbrella. The wind might be a bit strong at times. The maximum air temperature will be 21.8 °C. The sea temperature is 19.3 °C, which is a bit cool for swimming. The waves are low. The sun will be in and out of the clouds, and the UV index will reach 6.8.
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Air

Low / High12.7°C/21.8°C
Feels Like (High)19.7°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature19.3 °C
Wave Height0.3 m
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Rain

Rain Chance25%
Rainfall0.6 mm
Rain Duration2 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset04:50/21:14
Sunshine Hours14.4 hrs
UV Index6.8
Cloud Cover63%
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Wind

Speed20.8 km/h
Gusts38.9 km/h
DirectionNW

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