Martello Play Area, Clacton-on-Sea
- Essex Parks
- Oct 15
- 2 min read
The Martello Play Area can be found along the seafront at the popular Essex seaside town of Clacton-on-Sea, where there are plenty of family friendly things to do!. Although the play area at Martello Play Park is small, the equipment is creative and fun! Parks of Essex definitely recommends stopping by if you are looking for free things to do in Clacton-on-Sea.
Martello Towers
The play area is named after the Martello Towers, which are a short walk away from the Martello Play Area. The Martello towers are circular, brick, artillery forts constructed along coastlines in the 19th century with the purpose of defending against invasion. Martello Tower E is a short two minute walk away. There is an information board with lots of intertesting history about how the Tower has been utilised throughout history. Did you know that Clacton was previously a Butlin's Holiday Park?
Where is Martello Play Area in Clacton-on-Sea?
📍Marine Parade Way
Clacton-on-Sea
CO15 1XB
🅿️ Parking - Where to park for the Martello Play Area
There is free on street parking along Marine Parade Way
Closest car park - Martello Coach & Car Park - West Road, Clacton-on-Sea, CO15 1AH
Play equipment at Martello Play Area
The play area at Martello Play Area is enclosed. There are two pieces of play equipment at the Martello Play Area. There is a large climbing frame with slide, which may be based upon a light house. There are fun lookout holes. The slide is accessed by either a climbing wall on the outside of the climbing structure, or a ladder rope which accesses the inside of the structure. There is also a climb upon boat with some steps inside and rope climbs.
Are there Toilets at Martello Play Area?
The closest public toilets - West Greensward - Marine Parade Way, Clacton-on-Sea, CO15 1ND. There are baby change faciltiies in the female toilets. There are accessible toilet and also changing places facilities including hoist, bed, shower facilities, toilets and underfloor heating.
Where to eat and drink at Martello Play Area
There are plenty of places to eat and drink along the seafront. There are two independent cafes and a Toby Carvery close to the Martello Play Area.
Other playgrounds close to Martello Play Area
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Facilities
🛝 Playground ✅
☕ Cafe ❌
ℹ Visitor Centre/Shop ❌
🚻 Toilets ❌
♿ Accessible ❌
🪑 Picnic Tables ❌
🐶 Dog Friendly ❌
⏰ Less than 30 minutes
Post last updated October 2025.
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