Things to do

Mersea Island Watersports: The Mersea Island water sports, first stop for windsurfers and paddleboarders, and kayakers – whether you’re an expert or a nervous novice. Visit here.


Mersea Island Vineyard and Brewery: Tours and tastings available at the wonderful small vineyard and micro-brewery and if what you try, tickles your taste buds, you can buy some bottles to take home – what better memento of a great day? here


Lady Grace Boat Trips: Take one of the 20 minute trips run by this company, seven days a week and year round – weather permitting. A wonderful way to take in the whole of the Island. Visit here.


Mersea Island Races: The hugely popular running races have been organised by the Mersea Island Lions Club for the last several years now, with money raised being used for the benefit of the community as well as carefully selected charities – all about fun and fellowship. Visit here.


The Little Beach Hut Company: Picture perfect, luxury award winning beach huts for hire, built and equipped for enjoyment in all weathers you can even order a picnic to be provided. Visit here.


Mersea Week: Held in Summer, the splendid Town Regatta and Round the Island Race are a highlight of the Island year, winding up with a spectacular firework display. If your stay falls in this part of the year, you’ll have a great time. Visit here.