Browsing local attractions within 8 miles of Walton-on-the-Naze

Harwich Road, Wrabness, Essex, CO12 5ND, Tel: 01473 328006, (7 miles, 11kms)

Estuarine nature reserve, with adjacent woodland & views over the Stour. Famed for large numbers of waterfowl in winter & a range of breeding woodland birds in summer, including the nightingale. Easy walking distance from Wrabness Station.

Town Hall, Station Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, CO15 1SE, Tel: 01255 686633, Email, (6 miles, 10kms)

King's Quay Street, Harwich, Essex, CO12 3ER, Tel: 01255 553333, Email, (7 miles, 11kms)

One of the oldest (1911) least altered, purpose-built cinemas in Britain. Write for programme of films (enclose SAE) to Electric Palace Cinema, Kings Quay St, Harwich, Essex, CO12 3ER.

The Naze, Old Hall Lane, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex, CO14 8LE, Tel: 01255 852519, Email, (0.8 miles, 1kms)

Sited at the beautiful coastal location of the Naze, this historic 86ft navigational tower houses over eight floors, an art gallery, museum, tea rooms and a roof viewing platform with spectacular panoramic views.

Shalimar, 34 Waltham Way, Frinton On Sea, Essex, CO13 9JF, (0.9 miles, 1kms)

A private nature reserve located between Frinton on Sea and Walton on the Naze. The woodland walk on the Frinton side is open to the public whilst an educational nature trail on the Walton side can be visited by appointment.

Landguard Peninsula, View Point Road, Felixstowe, Suffolk, IP11 3TW, Tel: 01394 675900, Email, (6 miles, 10kms)

Discover the rich military and maritime heritage of Landguard Fort, one of England's best-preserved coastal defences, with a history spanning almost 450 years.

Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex, CO14 8LJ, Tel: 01255 686633, Email, (2 miles, 3kms)

The Naze is located just north of Walton-on-the-Naze, in North East Essex. The beautiful Naze cliffs and national nature reserve provide the perfect opportunity for walking and bird watching.

Holland Haven, Holland-on-Sea, Essex, CO15 5TX, Tel: 01255 686633, Email, (6 miles, 10kms)

Situated on the coast between Clacton and Frinton-on-Sea, the County Park offers over 100 acres of unspoilt scenic coastline-ideal for bird watching.

Rascals House, Telford Road, Gorse Lane Industrial Estate, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, CO15 4LP, Tel: 01255 475755, Email, (4 miles, 7kms)

Indoor soft play centre with seating for 100 in the restaurant area. Great for children 0-12. Open all year.

Tower Road, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex, CO15 1LE, Tel: 01255 474000, Email, (7 miles, 11kms)

A traditional 600-seat seaside theatre used all year for a whole range of entertainment, including traditional summer season variety show. Foyer art gallery.

Sea Road, Felixstowe, Suffolk, IP11 2DN, Tel: 01394 282370, Email, (8 miles, 13kms)

Traditional seaside amusements on Felixstowe's south beach. Crazy Charlie's Junior Theme Park, amusement arcades, Sands Bar & Café, Q Club (pool, snooker & sports bar), Magical Indoor Golf, over 18 casino areas & a Sunday market.

Off Barrack Lane, Harwich, Essex, CO12 3NP, Tel: 01255 503429, Email, (6 miles, 10kms)

One of the earliest radar installations in World War II (1941). Now fully restored by The Harwich Society.

129 Pier Avenue, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, CO15 1NJ, Tel: 01255 429627, (6 miles, 10kms)

The Flicks Cinema

Landguard Peninsula, View Point Road, Felixstowe, Suffolk, IP11 3TW, Tel: 01394 675283, Email, (6 miles, 10kms)

Visit Landguard Nature Reserve - a beach, shingle, rare and unusual plants, migrating birds, stunning views, landscape shaped by the sea and a rich military history.

Harwich Road, Little Clacton, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, UK, Tel: 01206 251790, (6 miles, 10kms)

Little Clacton Parish Fields

Marine Parade East, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, CO15 1PS, (6 miles, 10kms)

Pavilion Gallery (Holland Art Society)

The Quay, Harwich, Essex, CO12 3HH, Tel: 01255 503429, Email, (7 miles, 11kms)

Information on everything in Harwich and historic exhibition on Harwich and the Mayflower. Free tourist information service and exhibition.

1 North Sea, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, CO15 1QX, Tel: 01255 421115, Email, (6 miles, 10kms)

Six and a half acres of fun and entertainment, including under cover and outside fairground, amusements, side stalls, cafés and take aways, Seaquarium, public house with children's play area and lots more for all the family.