Frinton-on-Sea Essex Map

About Frinton-on-Sea

Frinton-on-Sea unfolds with a gentle sweep towards the sea, its landscape shaped by the coastal winds and a history as a planned Edwardian seaside resort. It lies 2.6 km south-west of Walton-on-the-Naze (from Walton-on-the-Naze: bearing 224°T, OS grid TM 236 198), and is situated east-south-east of Kirby Cross village. The town’s economy, once buoyed by visitors seeking sea air and genteel relaxation, now finds a quieter footing in local commerce and the enduring appeal of its shoreline. The very air here carries a faint, briny tang, a constant reminder of the estuary’s embrace. The distinctive charm of Frinton-on-Sea is perhaps best exemplified by its immaculate village green, a verdant expanse that feels like a whispered invitation to linger. While it may not boast grand cathedrals, the quiet dignity of its early 20th-century architecture speaks of a carefully cultivated elegance. The absence of a pier, a deliberate choice by its founders, lends a unique, uncluttered aspect to its seafront, allowing the vast horizon to dominate. This sense of thoughtful design permeates Frinton-on-Sea, a place where the rhythm of the tides seems to dictate a pace that is both peaceful and enduring.

About This Frinton-on-Sea Map Page

Explore Frinton-on-Sea, Essex, with an embedded street and satellite map - switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 51.832442, 1.245262. Live weather conditions and 7-day forecasts are provided through Open-Meteo, while real-time local and world news feeds help keep the page current. Wikipedia and editorial summaries provide additional local information and context.

Location data is sourced from OS Open Names © Crown copyright and database rights 2024, Ordnance Survey, Open Government Licence v3.0, and verified by coordinates.