And with temperatures slowly getting warmer, you may be planning a day out with family or friends.
To help you decide on the best places to go, we've compiled a list of the top ten best beaches in Essex.
The following options have each made to the top spot after being ranked by the tourist information group Visit Essex.
1) Shoebury East Beach
Picture- Al Underwood
Commonly described as a hidden gem, Shoebury East Beach is typically popular with families - boasting a children’s paddling pool for when the tide is out.
Uncle Tom's Cabin is also just a stones throw away from the sand and shingle beach, with a number of beach huts nearby.