What to do and see in Clacton-on-Sea, England: The Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day

February 26, 2022 Venice Greaves

Clacton-on-Sea is the largest town in the Tendring peninsula and district in Essex, England, and was founded as an urban district in the year 1871. It is a seaside resort that saw a peak of tourists in the summer months between the 1950s and 1970s.
Restaurants in Clacton-on-Sea

1. Montys Equestrian Centre

Nansen Rd, Holland-on-Sea, Clacton-on-Sea CO15 5EE England +44 1255 813047 https://montysequestriance5.wixsite.com/website-1
Excellent
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5.0 based on 13 reviews

Montys Equestrian Centre

Reviewed By louisaLondon1 - Enfield, United Kingdom

I am 10 and i rode a pony there today. It was very fun and I learned a lot of stuff. It was great! Thanks

2. Tricky Escape Clacton

175 Old Road, Clacton-on-Sea CO15 3AU England +44 1255 442700 [email protected] http://www.trickyescape.co.uk
Excellent
99%
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5.0 based on 409 reviews

Tricky Escape Clacton

Tricky Escape is an exhilarating live escape game situated in Clacton. Locked in a room with the rest of your team you have an hour to decipher the challenges and puzzles to make your escape. Part game, part theatre, fully immersive and challenging. Test your skill, logic and teamwork, can you handle the pressure and escape in under 60 minutes?

Reviewed By Mackuliv - London, United Kingdom

Cannot recommend Tricky Escape highly enough! One of the bets things I've done in a long time. I did the wizard room with my fiance and father in law and I am very glad to say we got out with 21 seconds to spare :-D Glen was so friendly and his passion for the game really came through. This is must next time you're in Clacton. We're going back to do the 80s room next time!

3. West Cliff Theatre

Tower Road, Clacton-on-Sea CO15 1LE England +44 1255 433344 [email protected] http://www.westcliffclacton.co.uk
Excellent
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4.5 based on 396 reviews

West Cliff Theatre

Established on the current Clacton site in 1899, and run independently by the West Cliff Trust, the West Cliff is the only surviving purpose-built theatre in Clacton, and plays host to professional touring shows and many local amateur dramatic and operatic groups, dance schools, and other youth groups. Its compact auditorium with just under 600 seats, a unique atmosphere and knowledgeable and friendly staff make it Clacton's theatre of choice for artistes and audiences alike. The Stage Door Bar is open prior to, during the interval and after each show, and provides pre-booked meals for selected shows. The lounge may be hired for private functions with or without bar and catering services.

Reviewed By GPandCP

What a find! A lovely place to enjoy a delicious home cooked lunch, sandwiches or home made cakes at reasonable prices in pleasant surroundings and lovely welcoming staff. We always look forward to going there when we have to visit Clacton hospital as it is just across the road. Do give it a try!

4. Princes Theatre

Town Hall Station Road, Clacton-on-Sea CO15 1SE England +44 1255 686633 [email protected] http://www.princestheatre.co.uk
Excellent
72%
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4.5 based on 659 reviews

Princes Theatre

Constructed in 1931, the Princes Theatre is an impressive purpose built theatre, with an 820 seat auditorium. With modern retractable tiered seating and large proscenium arched stage the flexibility of this venue is limited only by imagination. The Princes Theatre plays host to many celebrity acts.

Reviewed By maddog1435 - Norwich, United Kingdom

What a beautiful theatre great staff very clean had a wonderful time watching the fureys we were lucky enough to have won 2 tickets to see them so we made a weekend of it staying in a local hotel which was also 1st class the Chudleigh we had great seats we had a look at the other acts they have coming shortly and will be definitely booking for some of these so we will be returning Thank you for a great night of entertainment Sally and Steve Shorter x

5. Century Cinema

129 Pier Avenue, Clacton-on-Sea CO15 1NJ England +44 1255 429850 [email protected] http://www.centurycinema.co.uk
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4.5 based on 421 reviews

Century Cinema

Reviewed By 954paulinem - Clacton-on-Sea, United Kingdom

have been to the cinema many times it is clean and tidy with a helpful staff the sitting good with all round view Price of the tickets are very cheap and excellent value The cinema show all the latest films as their come out

6. East Essex Aviation Museum

Martello Tower, Point Clear, St Osyth, Clacton-on-Sea CO16 8NG England https://www.facebook.com/EastEssexAviationSociety/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 14 reviews

East Essex Aviation Museum

Reviewed By TeamJMT - Essex, United Kingdom

Fabulous and knowledgeable volunteers in their Napoleonic Tardis...it’s definitely bigger on the inside. Hats off to Justin, Mike & Nigel for their passion and enthusiasm. Sadly closed to the public this year; 2020, due to Covid-19. Hoping 2021 allows this fascinating Heritage venue to re-open.

7. Clacton Pier

The Pier, Clacton-on-Sea CO15 1QX England +44 1255 421115 [email protected] http://www.clactonpier.co.uk
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4.0 based on 1,752 reviews

Clacton Pier

Clacton Pier is officially the largest pleasure pier in the UK covering a staggering 6 1/2 acres. First opened in July 1871 as a landing stage for goods it was the first construction in the "new" town of Clacton-on-Sea. The town was initially built as a Holiday Destination for Londoners and with poor road access and no railway the pier was the main gateway for goods, holiday makers and locals alike.By 1922 the pier had fallen into receivership and was bough by Ernest Kingsman a businessman who saw the potential to start developing the wooden structure into an amusement destination. Amongst many other things he was responsible for all of the piers main extensions, including building the swimming pool, at least three theatres, adding the original steel Stella roller coaster and the blue lagoon dance hall. Since the kingsman family sold the pier in 1971 there has been a string of owners with the pier going into steady decline, until March 2009 when it was bought by the newly formed Clacton Pier company who has been investing heavily in the attraction. The pier now boasts a selection of new and refurbished family fun rides, Seaqurium sealife centre, 10 Pin bowling, the boardwalk bar, American diner, loads of eating places, great fish and chips, an activity zone and a function room named....The Kingsman Room................and there's a hell of all more in store so LIKE us on Facebook and visit our website to keep updated.

Reviewed By H6568NYandyc

Love this pier ... Free to enter , lots for all ages ... Great food , golf is good and go karts ... Need some ore sitting area ... Highly recommend for a day out I prefer this pier than Southend on sea as more affordable for families

8. The Pavilion

Marine Parade West, Clacton-on-Sea CO15 1QX England +44 1255 224993 [email protected] http://www.clactonpavilion.co.uk/
Excellent
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4.0 based on 157 reviews

The Pavilion

Reviewed By DeaneClements

The Pavillion has loads of good rides and the children love it. The prices aren't bad but we tend to combine with visits to other places locally that are free to reduce costs.

9. Robbie Rascals Party and Play Centre

Rascals House Telford Road Telford Road, Gorse Lane Industrial Estate, Clacton-on-Sea CO15 4LP England +44 1255 475755 [email protected] http://www.playrascal.co.uk
Excellent
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4.0 based on 104 reviews

Robbie Rascals Party and Play Centre

•An indoor play frame with an amazing three levels!!•Packed with climbing tubes, a spiral slide, an astro slide, Biff Bash bags and the ever popular Ball pool and much more!•A separate area for the really little kids (under 3’s) with its own ball pool and slide! •A restaurant with plenty of seating - offering hot and cold food, Lavazza Coffee, Slush and Milkshakes!

Reviewed By Rockyikin19 - Leigh-on Sea, United Kingdom

Took my grandchildren, was there all day we had lunch . Prices was good kids had a great time , people friendly .

10. The Kings Arms, St Osyth.

10 Colchester Road, St Osyth, Clacton-on-Sea CO16 8HA England +44 1255 821156
Excellent
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3.5 based on 25 reviews

The Kings Arms, St Osyth.

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