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

📅 Sunday, July 6, 2025
Today might not be the best for a relaxing beach day at 3 Shells Beach and Lagoon. There's a chance of thunderstorms, so keep an eye on the sky. The maximum air temperature will be 22.1 °C. The wind will be moderate, but expect stronger gusts at times. Cloud cover will be significant, limiting sunshine. The sea temperature is 19.7 °C, with small waves. The UV index will reach 6.05, so take precautions if the sun peeks through the clouds.
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Air

Low / High17.7°C/22.1°C
Feels Like (High)22.4°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature19.7 °C
Wave Height0.2 m
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Rain

Rain Chance100%
Rainfall2 mm
Rain Duration5 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset04:48/21:15
Sunshine Hours6.0 hrs
UV Index6.05
Cloud Cover94%
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Wind

Speed19.6 km/h
Gusts37.8 km/h
DirectionW

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