Light Railway” station at West mersea, situated on the north side of East Road opposite Fairhaven Avenue.
How do I get from London to Mersea Island by train?
By Train. Catch a train from London Liverpool Street to Colchester Station or to Colchester Town Station. Colchester Town Station is closer and a slightly shorter taxi journey to the island, but only by a few minutes.
How do you get onto Mersea Island?
Accessing the island
The causeway is the only way to reach the island by car and during full moon and new moon high tides the causeway may be covered in water, turning Mersea into a proper island during these times.
What’s better east or West Mersea?
A Slice of Island Life
Choose from East or West Mersea – the west is a small fishing town, with some sandy beaches and a selection of shops, restaurants and pubs. The east is more rural with wild natural beaches and large open spaces.
Can you walk across to Mersea Island?
Mersea Island is the perfect place for walking, whether you would like a short stroll of “The Old City” or a longer walk along the “Strood Channel”, there are plenty of beautiful views and an abundance of wildlife to see along the way.
Where in Essex will the Elizabeth line go?
The eastern section of the Elizabeth line route runs on the existing rail network between Stratford and Shenfield in Essex. The eastern section of the Elizabeth line route runs on the existing rail network from Stratford to Shenfield.
Does West Mersea get cut off?
At full moon and new moon the sea water slowly creeps over the mud onto the Strood causeway and Mersea becomes, for a while, truly an island, cut off from the mainland.
Can you cross to West Mersea at high tide?
If the tide is at 4.5m or higher, it will probably cover the road. Sometimes this is for 30 mins either side of high tide, other times it can be up to 1.5 hours either side if it’s a Spring Tide or the wind is strong. Make sure you check the tide time and aim to travel well outside of the high tide if it’s above 4.5m.
Does the tide cut off Mersea Island?
In reality the tide only covers the Strood, which is the only road onto the island, usually twice a day for only one week during the month. Once the tide covers the Strood, the island really does once again become an island for about an hour and a half.
How much is parking in West Mersea?
Hourly charges
| Time (8.00am – 6.00pm) | Monday – Sunday |
|---|---|
| Up to 1 hour | Free |
| Up to 2 hours | £3.00 |
| Up to 3 hours | £4.00 |
| Over 3 hours (Up to 6.00pm) | £6.00 |
What’s the best beach in Essex?
Top 10 Beaches in Essex
- The Naze and Albion Beaches, Walton-on-the-Naze. This seaside is a locals favourite.
- Shoeburyness Beach.
- Canvey Island Beach.
- Jaywick Beach.
- Southend – Westcliff Bay.
- Thorpe Bay.
- Southend – Chalkwell Beach.
- Martello Beach.
Can I pick oysters in Mersea Island?
Oysters have been harvested from waters around Mersea Island since Roman times to date. Available: All year.
What is West Mersea famous for?
Mersea has the largest inshore fishing fleet from Lowestoft to Brixham and there are also quite a few charter (rod and line) boats. The main catch is sole, skate, bass and mullet in summer – herring and cod in winter; second only to fishing comes oyster farming.
How long does it take to walk around Mersea Island?
five hours
It will take you five hours to walk around the whole island, but if you’re looking for a shorter route, a circuit around Cudmore Grove Country Park and its environs is ideal.
Are there toilets at Mersea Island?
This accessible toilet is located to the far right of the information and refreshment kiosk. There is not level access to this accessible toilet.
Is Mersea beach clean?
The Mersea beach is a clean and hygienic beach with public toilets, water taps, cafés and restaurants on Victoria Esplanade (the main beach front).
What stations will Elizabeth line stop at?
The Elizabeth line features 10 new stations built by Crossrail Ltd.
The Crossrail website has more on how each new station was built:
- Abbey Wood.
- Bond Street.
- Canary Wharf.
- Custom House.
- Farringdon.
- Liverpool Street.
- Paddington.
- Whitechapel.
Where are the new Elizabeth line stations?
New Elizabeth line stations were delivered as part of the Crossrail programme at Paddington, Bond Street, Tottenham Court Road, Farringdon, Liverpool Street, Whitechapel, Canary Wharf, Custom House and Woolwich. Abbey Wood is the tenth station in the central section and has been extensively redeveloped by Network Rail.
Can I use my 60 Oyster card on the Elizabeth line?
Can I use an Oyster or contactless payment card on the Elizabeth line? Yes, Oyster cards are accepted for most journeys, except for stations west of West Drayton.
What does Mersea mean?
The name ‘Mersea’ is derived from the Old English word meresig meaning ‘island of the pool‘. It is mentioned in the Domesday Book as Meresai. The Strood is derived from strod, meaning ‘marshy land’.
Is West Mersea beach safe?
West Mersea is a small island connected to the mainland by a causeway. The beach is sandy with pebbles and is backed by beach huts and grassland. The water is considered safe enough for swimming, however samples of the water have shown that there are spikes on some days in the amount of bacteria found.