Martello Beach Holiday Park UK Review: Stays, Facilities & Tips

If you’ve always fancied a proper British seaside break combined with the luxury of a modern holiday park, Martello Beach Holiday Park in Essex could be just what you’re looking for. Situated at St Osyth Beach near Clacton-on-Sea, this family-friendly holiday park offers a range of environment where the kids are free to have fun, the parents are free to relax and guests of all ages will be entertained.Whether you’re visiting for a weekend break or for weeks at a time, our detailed review has all the information you need from park ownership and booking recommendations to facilities nearby.

Who Owns Martello Beach Holiday Park?

One of the UK’s largest holiday park operators, Martello has parks in several areas around the UK. Parkdean Resorts is famous for having sites that cater for a range of coast and countryside locations in the UK, providing value for money holiday breaks averaging the same style and product. Their purchase and management of Martello Beach have seen the introduction of contemporary updates to a traditional English seaside holiday.

What Is There to Do at Martello Beach Holiday Park?

Martello Beach Holiday Park offers fun for all the family, but still with enough open space for you to enjoy some peace and quiet! Here’s what you can expect during your visit:

• Indoor, Outdoor Pools: The park offers heated indoor swimming pools and outdoor swimming pools, so it’s always a good time to take a dip.
  
• Adventure Playground & Sports Court: For families with children, a variety of play zones are available and a multi-sport court offering football, Basketball and much more.
  
• Kids’ Clubs: Parkdean’s Starland Krew includes children’s entertainment and activities; everything from games to treasure hunts.
  
• Entertainment in the evening: Cabaret acts, Bingo, Live Music and Quiz Nights in the clubhouse.
  
• Amusements & Arcades: The good old classics are not restricted to adults to play both you and your kids can enjoy arcade games and machines.
  
• Dining on-site: The Boathouse Bar & Restaurant serves up hearty meals and snacky bites, with a takeaway service too for added convenience.
  

Of course, with all of that on site, you may not want to leave the park for your holiday!

Do You Have to Book Swimming at Martello Beach?

A Yes, we would recommend booking your swimming session at Martello Beach Holiday Park, particularly during peak times and school holidays. For everyone to have a fair and good experience, we offer pool on timed slots. You can typically reserve your session ahead of time using the Parkdean Resorts app or by visiting reception after you arrive. Booking in advance is a good way of preventing disappointment, particularly when you have excited little swimmers alongside you.

What Is the Beach Like at St. Osyth?

Highlights Martello Beach Holiday Park stands directly opposite miles of beautiful, long sandy beaches bordering the waters of a large coastal estuary teaming with wildlife. Quieter than nearby Clacton, the beach is a more peaceful spot for sunlounging, sandcastle building and beachcombing.

It’s worth mentioning that again, parts of St. Osyth beach are also used by naturists, particularly if you continue further along toward Jaywick Sands, so that’s definitely one to stick to the area nearest the holiday park if you’re visiting with family.

The beach is bordered by dunes and grassy areas (perfect for those picnic blankets) and is a wonderful place to enjoy the sunrise or go for a post-dinner sunset walk. Just watch the tides, as the water comes in pretty quickly, and some areas get rather muddy when the tide is low.

Who Owns Woolacombe Sands Holiday Park?

Not specifically concerning Martello Beach, but visitors often compare UK coastal parks. Woolacombe Sands Holiday Park in North Devon is a family-owned, private site, not a large corporate-run park like Parkdean’s Martello Beach. It’s well known for its beautiful Woolacombe Bay views and strong customer service. But as a comparison of the two Martello Beach is great value and full of old-fashioned seaside fun, whilst Woolacomde Sands is the one to head to when the rolling scenery of West Country in your weekends away.

What Is There to Do at Holiday Beach?

“Holiday Beach” is the kind of name you’ll find everywhere, but out in St. Osyth and not far from Clacton-on-Sea, you can’t move for seaside fun:

• Water Sports: Paddleboarding and windsurfing are favorites when the weather is right.
• Fishing & Crabbing: There are plenty of angling options along the coast and estuary.
• Walking & Watching: The Essex coast and the Colne Estuary has scenic nature trails.
• Beach Picnics & BBQs: There are some pretty good designated areas to have a family BBQ with a sea view.
• Seafront Arcades: An essential part of anyone’s British beach holiday, these are aplenty in the nearby Clacton.

Do You Have to Book Swimming at Haven Devon Cliffs?

In the world of holiday parks that are Haven, seeing as swimming also needs pre-booking at Devon Cliffs too, particularly during peak times. Haven, also similar to Parkdean Resorts, operates a booking system, which is managed through its app and online, for its swimming pools to ensure they are kept safe and fun for guests. This is now the norm on UK holiday parks (including Martello Beach Holiday Park), so always confirm in advance.

What to Do at Clacton-on-Sea?

Only ten minutes’ drive away from Martello Beach Holiday Park, you’ll find Clacton-on-Sea it’s a bustling hub of fun, shopping and traditional seaside fun. Here’s what you need to know:

• Clacton Pier: Rides, amusements, sea fishing and soft play zones mean you’ve got to make a visit!
• Clacton Pavilion: The ultimate all-in-one destination for a funfair, bowling, indoor adventure park and much more for the whole family!
• Sea Front Gardens: Ideal for a gentle stroll or picnic for the family.
• West Cliff Theatre: While on your visit, why not enjoy a live show or other performance.
• High Street & Clacton Shopping Village: Shop till you drop in this shopper’s paradise with all the favourite high-street names and boutiques.

The township is home to Clacton Airshow that is held in August and draws massive crowds with amazing aerial demonstrations.

Conclusion

If you’re searching for a convenient, well-equipped and family friendly UK beach holiday, Martello Beach Holiday Park does the job in style. Featuring great on site facilities and a quiet sandy beach just a stones throw away and only 6 miles from Clacton-on-Sea, there is something for everyone in this area. Whether you’re looking for a school holiday break or just a peaceful off-season getaway, there’s something for you at Martello beach combining the best in traditional British beach fun with a more refined experience.

The park offers everything from swimming pools and kids’ clubs to arcades and evening shows, with visitors of all ages in mind. Don’t forget to pre-book swimming slots and take a look at nearby gems like Clacton Pier and St. Osyth beach for a proper coastal experience.

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