The Orchards

Coronavirus update: Currently the onsite site restaurant and the live lounge are only open to owners; there will be takeaway food outlets, the onsite shop for food and drink and the launderette, for other guests. Haven advise that facilities, such as the pools and entertainment, also the Mash and Barrel will be opening up to guests in August, however access may be limited. Fun passes are able to be bought from Haven to access these facilties when available - at present swimming pool sessions for example need to be booked, as do tables in restaurant. Regarding bedding: when changing linen the pillow protectors will also be changed after each stay. No towels will be supplied but there will be handwash in the bathroom and the wc.
Walks around the sea wall can be accessed from within the site and there is access to the beach.
Approximately 15 minutes drive away is Clacton on Sea - the pier is now open and, in the other direction, the historic town of Colchester. The zoo there is now open, but pre booking is necessary. Colchester castle is also open again and worth a visit.
Lots of other interesting areas to see including the port of Harwich and picturesque Constable country.

Normal time of collection of keys would be 3pm, with departure from van by 11am on last day. However there will some flexibility if the van is not booked out either side. During coronavirus restrictions Haven are asking for the approximate arrival times of guests and keys will be accessed via a keysafe.