Name:

East Beach, Southend-on-Sea

Beach description:

East Beach is located at Southend-on-Sea in Essex, which apparently boasts the longest pleasure pier in the world. But you don’t care about that — you’re here to find out about kitesurfing at East Beach. East Beach is really popular with kitesurfers, especially during the summer months. The local kitesurf school uses this beach for teaching and have a designated kite area between the boom and the slipway. East Beach will work on anything from NE all the way around to a SW.

Beach Access

There is dedicated parking for the beach / common. This is gated and locked though the winter. Keys are available from the local council, and many local kitesurfers already have a set. There's also on street parking just outside the gate, and the walk to the beach from here is just 50m.

Code of Conduct

There is a large grass area for launching and landing in the designated kite area between the boom and the slipway. The local kite club has worked really hard to build a good relationship with the foreshore office, so please ensure you stick to the designated areas and be considerate to other beach users. If in doubt as a local rider for advice. Important information when Kitesurfing in the Southend area You MUST have 3rd party Insurance. Use the zones listed on this page. Always exercise common sense. DO NOT put yourself or others at risk. Be courteous to other beach users. If you see someone disregarding this advice let the local Club or School know about it You are strongly advised to seek professional tuition before attempting to kite surf.

Wind Direction

North-East, East, South-East, South, South-West

Water Type

Hazards

Bathers, sun bathers, dog walkers, other beach goers. This is a popular spot so be careful and respectful. Boat moorings in the centre. Avoid.