The beaches and surrounding attractions bring in thousands of visitors every year, and many have just recently again been given the Blue Flag award.
However, despite it being popular with many, there have been some visitors who haven’t had the best of visits…
Many of those have taken to Tripadvisor to share their views and experiences whilst visiting Southend’s beaches.
1. Bell Wharf Beach – “Not like the south of France”:
One reviewer named “Paul C”, wrote: “It is a beach, a small triangle sloped down from the wharf. Only part of it is like that. It is reasonably pleasant to dip your toes. But south of France or even north of Norfolk this is not.”
2. Chalkwell Beach – “The smells were horrific”:
Reviewer titled “Hannah S” said: “I have no idea what you people see in this place.
“The smells around were horrific, beer, tobacco, rotten fish, and urine, we had to hold our breath for most of the trip. Never again will…