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The quintessential English Summer

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The Greensward and the seafront. Quintissentially, the resort has no seafront shops.
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Frinton beach was recommended by the Marine Conservation Society Good Beach Guide, in 2008, 2009 and 2010.
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Frinton-on-Sea’s golden years were dubbed the ‘Royal Years’, the exclusive place to be and to be seen.
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Dog owners are requested to follow the 'code of practise' and clean up after the dog.
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Sandcastles on the beach.
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Frinton-on-Sea’s golden years were dubbed the ‘Royal Years’, the exclusive place to be and to be seen.
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Frinton Lawn Tennis Club is one of the most prestigious clubs in England, established in 1899 on land from the Cooper estate.
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The Greensward.
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Edwardian Beach Huts.
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Frinton's sandy beach with pebbles at the top of the beach.
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Free parking along the seafront.
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High tide.
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The sands of time under the beach huts.
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Frinton beach was recommended by the Marine Conservation Society Good Beach Guide, in 2008, 2009 and 2010.
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The beach at evening low tide.
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After months of poor weather, a mini heat wave strikes the quaint town of Frinton on Sea in Essex, England.

A quiet seaside town, Frinton-on-Sea in Essex is most famously known for its lack of pubs and its numerous churches.

Its beautiful sea front is lined with stunning Edwardian beach huts. History tells us that the town was often frequented by Prince Edward and Mrs Simpson, and Sir Winston Churchill during the 1930's

Frinton Lawn Tennis Club is one of the most prestigious clubs in England.

Sir Richard Powell Cooper, a qualified veterinary surgeon 1847–1913 has been described as "Creator of Frinton-on-Sea" originally purchasing land in the area in the 1890's

Frinton-on-Sea, Essex, England 19th August 2012

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