Harwich - Beacon Hill Beach
Harwich, Essex
Beacon Hill is a derelict fort facing south-east and on the south side of the Orwell Haven - a combined estuary of the rivers Orwell and Stour. The estuary was first fortified in Roman times and the fort last saw service as coastal artillery defence during WWII.
Beach Type
ShingleActivities
Plenty to do in Harwich with seasonal eventsA promenade
Museums and an old fortification
Nature and Wildlife
Stroll along the promenade even round to the MCS recommended Dovercourt bay.Parking
there are various parking options near the port and in the town.Water Quality
Not TestedLifeguard
NoAwards and Recommendations
Quality Coast AwardLocation
Nearest town: HarwichCounty: Essex
Latitude/Longitude: 51.9369, 1.2854
Postcode: CO12 3LD
(postcode is for sat-nav purposes only, and may not represent the actual address of the beach)
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Access
The Harbour is at the furthest reach of Harwich. near the ferry port. when approached alon the A20.Public Transport
Harwich train station is close-byNearest Railway Stations
Harwich Town (Less than half a mile away)Dovercourt (Less than half a mile away)
Harwich International (About a mile and a half away)
Trimley (Approx. 3 miles away)
Felixstowe (Approx. 4 miles away)