Places to stay in Thorrington, Essex

Thorrington is a village and civil parish in the Tendring district of Essex. It lies 3 miles (5 km) east of Wivenhoe and 1.9 miles (3 km) north of Brightlingsea. The striking medieval flint church is dedicated to Mary Magdalene, and the patrons of the church are St John's College, Cambridge. Local restaurants include Sorano’s, Thomas Ellis Engineering, China Palace, and The Rosebud.

The center of Thorrington ( which is at is longitude 1°2'17.431 and latitude 51°50'26.400 ) is located 3 miles away from Brightlingsea, 4 miles away from Wivenhoe, 4 miles away from Elmstead Market and 4 miles away from St Osyth.

Available Thorrington lodging

We currently have 6 accommodations in and around Thorrington.

Thorrington Hotels, B&Bs and Guest Houses

Listing updated 2026

Hotels

Premier Inn

Approx 4 miles away in Weeley:

Enjoy great-value family holidays in Clacton at our Premier Inn Clacton-on-Sea (North/Colchester Road) hotel. Located just a five-minute drive from Weeley train station, our hotel in Clacton is just a 15-minute drive away from Clacton Pier – .....

Crown Green Roundabout, Colchester Road

Weeley, Essex

Bed & Breakfasts

Paxton Dene

Approx 2 miles away in Brightlingsea:

Paxton Dene is an attractive spacious cottage style 4 Star Silver Award accommodation on the edge of this historic Cinque Port Town. It is situated close to the town centre and waterfront - idea for sailing/fishing.

Church Road

Brightlingsea, Essex

Bed & Breakfasts

Park Hall Country House

Approx 4 miles away in St Osyth:

5 Star Gold Rating Guest Accommodation plus Self catering holiday accommodation in Park Hall Luxury Country Cottages..

Park Chase

St Osyth, Essex

Thorrington Camping, Caravans, Self Catering

Photograph of Fen Farm Caravan & Camping Site, East Mersea

Listing updated 2026

Cottage / Caravan Parks

Fen Farm Caravan & Camping Site

Approx 5 miles away in East Mersea:

Small quiet family site close to sea and country park. No hire vans. Rural setting with many footpath walks close by. Island location with south facing beach. Mobile shop calls daily in high season and weekends in low season. Tents welcome..

Colchester

East Mersea, Essex

Holiday Parks

The Orchards Holiday Park

Approx 4 miles away in St Osyth:

The Orchards is an action-packed Holiday Village with activities such as Archery Coaching and Junior Segway’s Stage for the whole family to take on! There’s two coarse fishing lakes and a challenging 9-hole golf course to take a swing at too.

Point Clear

St Osyth, Essex

Holiday Parks

Oaklands Holiday Park

Approx 3 miles away in Clacton-on-Sea:

Nestled amidst serene countryside and graced by a tranquil lake, Oaklands offers an idyllic setting for rest and relaxation in the heart of Essex.

Colchester Road

Clacton-on-Sea, Essex

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Things to see and do, places to eat in Thorrington

The Rosebud

The Rosebud ( Dining / Pubs / Bars ). The Rosebud is a family run restaurant overlooking Brightlingsea Creek and with views to the open sea beyond. Fresh fish is delivered daily from the market. Although we specialise in seafood (fish and shellfish), we do provide alternative dishes such as Pork Belly, Chicken, Salads, Soups, Pasta and Vegetarian & Vegan options for those who prefer something else. www.rosebudpub.co.uk Link