Beaches · East of England
St Osyth Naturist Beach
In or near Jaywick.
St Osyth Naturist Beach is a beach in the United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–3 h
- Best time of year
- Summer (Jun–Aug)
- Nearest railway station
- Clacton-on-Sea · 6.5 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
St Osyth Naturist Beach is a beach on the coast of Essex, East of England. The site is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest, and is a Ramsar wetland of international importance. It sits within the Clacton parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Clacton-on-Sea, about 6.5 km away. Postcode area CO16.
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Official information
St Osyth Naturist Beach is a designated area for naturist activities located in Essex, UK. Visitors can enjoy a clothing-optional beach experience in a natural setting.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Colne Estuary SSSI
- Ramsar wetland: Colne Estuary (Mid-Essex Coast Phase 2)
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
St Osyth Naturist Beach is located in St Osyth, Essex, in the East of England. It is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) within the Colne Estuary and is part of the RAMSAR designation for the Mid-Essex Coast. The beach caters to naturists and offers a unique coastal experience amidst significant ecological areas.
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- Coordinates
- 51.7707, 1.0682
- County
- Essex
- District
- Tendring
- Parish
- St Osyth
- Postcode
- CO16 8TA
- Parliamentary constituency
- Clacton
- Nearest railway station
- Clacton-on-Sea — 6.5 km
- Official site
- www.naturistholiday.info
Sources
- osm: w168472209 (ODbL)
Other places nearby
Colne Point nature reserve
Wildlife reserves · 1.0 km
Seawick Holiday Park
Caravan parks · 1.2 km
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Farmers’ markets · 1.4 km
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St Osyth Beach Holiday Park
Caravan parks · 1.8 km
Jaywick Martello Tower
Historic houses · 1.9 km
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Harbour Lodge
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Piers · 2.9 km
St Osyth War Memorial
Memorials & monuments · 3.1 km
St Osyth Village Sign
Public art & sculpture · 3.1 km
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is St Osyth Naturist Beach?
- St Osyth Naturist Beach is in Essex, East of England, United Kingdom (postcode CO16 8TA), in the parish of St Osyth.
- What is St Osyth Naturist Beach?
- St Osyth Naturist Beach is a beach in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to St Osyth Naturist Beach?
- The nearest railway station is Clacton-on-Sea, about 6.5 km away. The nearest town is Jaywick. Drivers can use postcode CO16 8TA.
- Is St Osyth Naturist Beach a protected site?
- Yes — St Osyth Naturist Beach is part of the Colne Estuary SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Colne Estuary (Mid-Essex Coast Phase 2) Ramsar wetland.
- Is St Osyth Naturist Beach free to visit?
- Yes, St Osyth Naturist Beach is free to enter.
- How do I get to St Osyth Naturist Beach?
- The nearest railway station is Clacton-on-Sea, about 6.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CO16 8TA.