The following list was compiled from local sources. Whilst we are unable to verify the accommodation provided – hopefully this will assist in planning your visit to Marconi Sailing Club.
Offsite Accommodation
Star Inn, Steeple:
Small number of double/twin rooms self contained. Also camping and caravan site. They have had a policy of over 18s only – so please check.
www.thestaratsteeple.co.uk/rooms
www.thestaratsteeple.co.uk/touring
Mark Farm Campsite, Tillingham
Camping and Caravan Club Certified Site about ten minutes drive from the club in a lovely setting. Membership of Camping and Caravan Club required to book.
www.campingandcaravanningclub.co.uk/campsites/uk/essex/southminster/markfarm/
Mayland Motel, Maylandsea
Self catering self-contained ensuite apartments in the neighbouring village of Maylandsea. www.maylandmotel.co.uk/en
St Lawrence – Self Catering Apartment
An apartment right on the river front at St Lawrence – sleeps 4. Run by a club member. https://www.cottages.com/cottages/thirslet-uk49870
The Green Man, Bradwell Waterside:
B&B rooms above the pub. About 15 minutes drive past the sailing club.
greenmanbradwellonsea.co.uk/accommodation/
Burnham on Crouch – about 20 minute drive
Ye Olde White Harte – www.whiteharteburnham.co.uk/
The Oyster Smack. www.theoystersmackinn.co.uk/the-rooms
The Ship Inn: www.theshipinnburnham.co.uk/rooms
Burnt Mill Cottage B&B – www.facebook.com/burntmillcottage
Airbnb – number of properties in the area – https://www.Airbnb.co.uk
Airbnb used the “as the crow flies” distance so do check that your location is south of the River Blackwater, otherwise you will have a long drive round to the club in the morning!
Travelodge – Maldon about 20 minutes drive from the club.
www.travelodge.co.uk/hotels/669/Maldon-hotel
www.travelodge.co.uk/uk/essex
Premier Inn:
The two nearest Premier Inns are in Chelmsford – either the Springfield or Boreham hotels are closest on the A12 – about a 30 – 40 minute drive from the club.
www.premierinn.com/gb/en/hotels/england/essex/chelmsford/chelmsford-springfield.html
www.premierinn.com/gb/en/hotels/england/essex/chelmsford/chelmsford-boreham.html
Camping
Camping is allowed on site for a certain number of days per year. Please check the sailing events section to see whether a particular date is open for camping, you’ll see this where a CS is shown. For camping fortnight (usually the first two weeks in August) a pre-booking system applies.