Welcome to Foulness Point

Foulness Point is a small peninsula located in the southeastern part of Essex, England. It is a unique place that is known for its natural beauty and rich history. The area is surrounded by the River Crouch and the North Sea, making it an ideal location for fishing and other water activities. The landscape is dominated by salt marshes, mudflats, and sand dunes, which provide a habitat for a wide range of plant and animal species. Foulness Point is also home to several historic buildings, including the Foulness Island Lighthouse, which was built in 1851 and is still in operation today.

One of the most interesting things about Foulness Point is its military history. During World War II, the area was used as a testing ground for new weapons and military equipment. The British Army also established a training camp on the peninsula, which was used to prepare soldiers for combat. Today, many of the old military buildings and structures still remain, and visitors can explore them as part of a guided tour. The area is also used by the Ministry of Defence for testing and training purposes.

Foulness Point is a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. The area is home to a variety of bird species, including wading birds, ducks, and geese. Visitors can also spot seals and other marine life in the waters surrounding the peninsula. The area is also popular for hiking and cycling, with several trails and paths winding through the salt marshes and sand dunes. Whether you are interested in history, nature, or outdoor activities, Foulness Point is a unique and fascinating place to visit.

Local Weather

Sunny

Temp: 5.1°C

Feels Like: 2.6°C

Wind: 6.7 MPH

Wind Dir: NW

Local Schools

School	Details
Burnham On Crouch Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Kelly Stock	Dunkirk Road Burnham On Crouch Essex CM0 8LG 01621782070 School Website
St Marys Church Of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Burnham On Crouch Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Geraldine Denham-Hale	Marsh Road Burnham On Crouch Essex CM0 8LZ 01621782626 School Website
Southminster Church Of England Controlled Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Ms Becky Fairhead (Interim Head Teacher)	Burnham Road Southminster Essex CM0 7ES 01621772732 School Website
Ormiston Rivers Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Ms J Williams	Southminster Road Burnham On Crouch Essex CM0 8QB 01621782377 School Website
St Nicholas Church Of England Primary School, Tillingham Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Xanthe Glynn	The Street Tillingham Southminster Essex CM0 7TJ 1621779263 School Website
Great Wakering Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jen Burdett	High Street Great Wakering Southend-On-Sea Essex SS3 0EJ 1702219435 School Website
St Cedds Church Of England Primary School Bradwell Academy Sponsor Led Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lyndsey Wood	East End Road Bradwell-On-Sea Southminster Essex CM0 7PY 01621776219 School Website
Barling Magna Primary Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Susan Clarke	Little Wakering Road Barling Magna Southend-On-Sea Essex SS3 0LN 1702218961 School Website
Friars Primary School And Nursery Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Christopher Mcclay	Constable Way Shoeburyness Southend-On-Sea Essex SS3 9XX 1702294837 School Website
Canewdon Endowed Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Samantha Willis	High Street Canewdon Rochford Essex SS4 3QA 01702258238 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Southminster Station Approach, Southminster, Essex, CM0 7EN 5.79 Miles

Burnham-On-Crouch Station Road, Burnham-On-Crouch, Essex, CM0 8BQ 5.88 Miles

Althorne Bridgemarsh Lane, Althorne, Essex, CM3 6DG 8.73 Miles

Shoeburyness High Street, Shoeburyness, Essex, SS3 9AW 8.94 Miles

Thorpe Bay Station Road, Thorpe Bay, Essex, SS1 3JY 9.74 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Gemini Taxis 01621 786963 8 Normandy Avenue, Burnham On Crouch, Essex, CM0 8JR 5.64 Miles
B And H Taxis 01621 784878 27 Arcadia Road, Burnham On Crouch, Essex, CM0 8EF 5.66 Miles
A 2 B Taxis 01621 773421 6 Princes Av, Southminster, Essex, CM0 7HB 6.10 Miles
Bon Voyage Executive Connections Ltd 01621 772045 58 Lavender Dr, Southminster, Essex, CM0 7RX 6.21 Miles
Wakering Taxis 0800 999 2166 39 Goldsworthy Drive, Southend On Sea, Essex, SS3 0AU 7.58 Miles
A2b Taxis 01702 412081 Little Wakering Hall Lane, Southend On Sea, Essex, SS3 0HG 7.88 Miles
Black Tie Chauffeuring Services 07732 967836 12 Milton Hall Close, Southend On Sea, Essex, SS3 0GN 8.12 Miles
Z Cars 01621 744864 Mill Road, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 6EQ 8.89 Miles
Triple 9 Taxis 01621 772999 Hamilton Court, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 6DL 8.90 Miles
A 2 B Taxis 01702 780002 2 Mummaries Nureries, Southend On Sea, Essex, SS3 0NG 9.10 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Ss3 33D Courtsend Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ss3 2D Church End Foulness Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cm0 222 Dengie Manor Collection Today available until:16:15 Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:15
Cm0 328 High Street Collection Today available until:13:00 Weekday Last Collection:13:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:00
Cm0 311 Western Road Collection Today available until:13:00 Weekday Last Collection:13:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:00
Cm0 229D Railway Station Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cm0 283 Eastern Road Collection Today available until:12:45 Weekday Last Collection:12:45 Saturday Last Collection:09:00
Cm0 216 Princes Cinema Collection Today available until:13:00 Weekday Last Collection:13:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:00
Cm0 217 Station Road Collection Today available until:13:00 Weekday Last Collection:13:00 Saturday Last Collection:08:45
Cm0 114 Burnham On Crouch Spso Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:12:15 Sunday Last Collection:15:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Cm0 309D Cripplegate Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cm0 230 Rushes Lane Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:15
Cm0 215 Church Green Collection Today available until:12:45 Weekday Last Collection:12:45 Saturday Last Collection:08:45
Cm0 236 Southminster Post Office Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Sunday Last Collection:15:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Cm0 257 Eves Corner Collection Today available until:12:45 Weekday Last Collection:12:45 Saturday Last Collection:08:45

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Burnham Surgery 01621 782054	The Burnham Surgery Foundry Lane Burnham-On-Crouch Essex CM0 8SJ
The Dengie Medical Partnership 01621 778383	The Tillingham Med Centre 61 South St, Tillingham Southminster Essex CM0 7TH
William Fisher Med.Ctr. 01621 772360	William Fisher Med.Ctr. High Street Southminster Essex CM0 7AY
Dengie & South Woodham Ferrers Pcn Hub 01621 772360	William Fisher Med Ctr High Street Southminster Essex CM0 7AY
Wakering Medical Ctr. 01702 216545	Wakering Medical Ctr. 274 High Street Great Wakering Essex SS3 0HX

Local Stores

Burnham
1-3 Foundry Lane
Burnham-On-Crouch
Essex
CM0 8BL
01621 784072
Store Website
5.92 miles

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SPAR - Woodfords Garage Burnham
38 Maldon Road
Burnham on Crouch
CM0 8NS
01621 786 010
Store Website
6.7 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Edgewood Veterinary Group Ltd
161A Station Road Burnham-On-Crouch Essex CM0 8HJ 01621 784080 office@edgewoodvets.co.uk Website 5.85 miles
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Church View Veterinary Clinic Limited
2 Station Road Southminster Essex CM0 7EW 01621 774 747 5.92 miles

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Earls Hall Veterinary Group - Shoebury
9 St. Andrews Road Shoeburyness Southend-On-Sea Essex SS3 9JA 01702 299554 shoebury@ehvg.co.uk Website 9.53 miles
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Medivet Downes Thorpe Bay
27 Shoebury Road Thorpe Bay Essex SS1 3RP 01702 584511 downes.thorpe@medivet.co.uk Website 9.73 miles

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Rochford Veterinary Ltd
19 East Street Rochford Essex SS4 1DB 01702 545558 office@rochfordvets.co.uk 10.65 miles

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Southend-On-Sea Vets4pets Ltd
Unit 4, Blyth House 535 Southchurch Road Southend-On-Sea Essex SS1 2AY 01702 466 718 southendonsea@vets4pets.com Website 10.82 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Paglesham Sea Wall And Churchend
Farmland, Sea Walls And A Tiny Little Village. A Circular Walk That Takes You All The Way Around Paglesham And The Surrounding Area Which Is Great If You're Looking For Something To Keep You Occupied For A Few Hours. Lots Of Birdlife, Boats And Views Out Towards Burnham. Fairly Flat, But Will Take Around 2 Hours To Cover The Whole Walk. 1 Post Office Row Rochford Lancashire SS4 2DJ 7.44 miles We Start The Walk At Churchend And Walk All The Way Round. You Can Park Outside The Church Or Old Post Office.

Location what3words promotion.fever.shiver

Bradwell Beach
Unnamed Road Southminster Lancashire CM0 7HP 8.79 miles Park In The Overflow Car Park Just Past The Power Station.

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Gunnersand#039; Park To East Beach Shoebury
3 Magazine Rd Southend-On-Sea Lancashire SS3 9QN 9.55 miles Postcode Ss3 9Hq Takes You To The Harvester Restaurant On Ness Road. Follow This Round The Corner Until You See New Barge Pier Road, And Turn In There. I'Ve Struggled A Bit To Find The Most Accurate Car Park Postcode If You'Re Relying On Sat Nav, As The Estates Are Still Being Built, And Postcodes Don'T Seem To Be Available For The Most Logical Choices.

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Cudmore Grove Country Park
A Great Off Lead Walk Through The Country Park With A Dog Friendly Beach All Year Round. There Are Many Different Routes To Take And Maps To Give You Lots Of Ideas Of Routes To Take. Plenty Of Places For A Swim Too!! Broman'S Ln Colchester Lancashire CO5 8UE 12.31 miles

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Edwards Hall Park
69 Bosworth Rd Southend-On-Sea Leigh-On-Sea SS9 5AD 13.39 miles Follow Bosworth Road Across Wren Avenue To The Very Top Of The Street And You'Ll See The Car Park Entrance.

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Thrift Wood Nature Reserve
Woodland Area With A Number Of Well Trodden Paths Away From Traffic. Limited Parking At Address Above But More Parking Is Available Nearby With Easy Access To The Nature Reserve. Bicknacre Chelmsford CM3 4HW 16.12 miles Parking Is Available For One Or Two Vehicles Along Main Road, However Vehicle Access Is Possible With Space To Park All Year Round Via Bridleway Opposite The Drunken Dragon Restaurant.

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Weather Forecast

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Temp	12.3°C	10.4°C	9°C	9°C	13.4°C	16.6°C	18°C	19.7°C	20.3°C	19.8°C	18.3°C	16°C
Feels Like	12.3°C	10.3°C	8.9°C	9°C	13.4°C	16.6°C	18°C	19.7°C	20.3°C	19.8°C	18.3°C	15.8°C

Saturday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

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Temp	14.3°C	13.4°C	13.2°C	13.4°C	13.7°C	14.1°C	14.4°C	14.7°C	14.7°C	14.4°C	14°C	14.5°C
Feels Like	13.3°C	12.3°C	12.2°C	12.3°C	12.6°C	12.9°C	13.2°C	13.6°C	13.6°C	13.4°C	13.1°C	13.7°C

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Feels Like	12.8°C	12.3°C	12°C	11.9°C	12.4°C	14.2°C	17.1°C	17.1°C	16.5°C	16.4°C	9.3°C	10.5°C

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