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Dont go there the electrics will teriffy you. The place has fallen into serious disrepair and to be honest is a complete health hazzard.This place is not haunted there is nothing there! just a professional con man.

Visited John, who showed us round, with the barn flooded to ankle depth, the building did not offer any of its supposed properties! We with arranged with John to go back later that evening, understanding from the local hotel that most film crews go to the Ram Inn about 23:00hrs. Arriving back at 22:30hrs John having had a generous donation from us earlier refused us admission!I could not recommend this place to anyone.

Visited the Ram Inn yesterday and what a let down. Don't waste your time or money as its not worth the effort.After travelling 4 hours in exceptionally bad driving conditions we were shown around the house by John. There is nothing overly scarey about the place - there were 8 of us including a psychic and not one of us got any feeling that the place was haunted. In fact it felt calm and motionless. The ghosts and stories which John re-iterated several times were just too fanciful to be believable - I mean, where else would you find together an incubus, succubus, black cat, a witch and sex demons?John did his old routine of hammering on the Bishop's Room with a staff. Yawn...have read about this so many times when you research the Ram Inn.We arranged to return to the property after going to get a bite to eat and left John with £160. When we returned John pretended not to recognise us. Don't for a minute believe his daft old man routine - this is an accomplished con man and in no way is he losing his marbles.The Ram Inn is a seriously neglected property and is actually dangerous to view. It is rotting, damp, foul smelling and the Mayflower Barn had half a foot of stagnant water in it last night.The only thing that made us laugh was John's signs around the place saying that Fat Ladies were banned from one of the staircases for making it unsafe to tread. John does not appear to dislike fat American woman! Oh and he laughed about how he has not spent a penny on advertising and the Internet has done it all for him!The feelings of the group were that the place was not haunted and we did not warm towards John.

We investigated The Ram late last year. What a great location, and more so what a character John was!... very colourful, infinitely quirky and clearly very passionate about his home and the 'spirits' which he believes reside there. I get the impression that a few groups have taken advantage of John's good nature over the years, which is a real shame... but I'm comfortable that Real Or Otherside showed John and The Ram the utmost respect during our visit! Check out our investigation review, would be keen to hear your thoughts! :o)www.realorotherside.co.uk http://www.realorotherside.co.uk/2012/01/case-file-17-ancient-ram-inn-wotton.html

Great place to come with kids as there is lots games you can play. Also the prices are quite good even with not many tickets. Unfortunately the other attractions has been closed so we couldn't use it.

Been visiting Walton pier since I was a child. It’s sad to see it looking so run down but it didn’t stop my children 8 and 5 having lots of fun on the rides. Disappointing to see so many people not wearing face masks when it clearly states you should be in all inside areas. Not a single member of staff wearing one either. Not a great example to set!

The food outlet on the pier forecourt.We went down for a couple of hours, I like Walton-on-Naze but the food we had outside the pier was horrendous, the chips were cooked in dirty oil full of burnt bits, the battered sausage was rock hard must have been kept warm overnight, the burgers very chewy, the bun was stale.The donuts were also stale we were able to knock then on the table top.One of the group asked for a pint of lager the staff tried to pour it filling the glass with head. The staff had no way of sorting out the cost having resorting to pen & paper.Please in future when you go to Walton Pier enjoy yourselves, it is a fun place to go to, but if you wish to eat do so at somewhere else, Or you will be sorry. £30.00 for the uneatable food.

Pier is in desperate need of painting and general emergency repair. It is becoming an eyesore. Now is the perfect time to repair paint and revamp and make it a feature again other than a forgotten structure!

Walton Pier has definitely seen better days, looking very, very tired, dirty not much on it other than the obligatory amusements and a couple of fair rides

Was here for a family day out. The weather was not great so great to go when the weather is not sunny as its indoors.Due to the cover situation some things were either not on or simply not working. There were things my 3 year old wanted to have a go on like the ticket machine bowling game which was all out of order. Everything else seemed to work fine in terms of money machines and toy machines. There were a few things that seemed to work but once it took your money did not. Sadly toilets were not open so you did have to go out and walk a little bit to the outdoor toilets.

Walton pier is not like Clacton-on-sea pier where you have more choices of entertainment and rides for kids. But I love the long walk distance and the open area. Lovely walk without the noise of the crazy rides.

We love Walton Pier. I have taken my children there ever year whilst on holiday. and they really love it. The rides are great and as they've got older they thoroughly enjoy the 2p slot machines and a walk to the end of the pier on a nice day. Much prefer Walton Pier to Clacton

After checking with website we went on Sunday, very disappointed to find nothing open in the funfair. It’s looking very run down and tatty

My wife and I were visiting the area for the first time and we were walking along the coastal path when we came to the Walton Pier. Now to be honest it does not look that spectacular from the outside; however when you walk inside it is a bit of an Aladins Cave as there is an indoor fun fair and an amusement arcade - we were surprised. On walking inside you realise that it is not that spectacular inside also; however it was great to see an indoor fun fair and there were rides for different ages. I suppose the real benefit is the fact that the fun fair was inside and so it can operate all year. We decided to walk through the area where the fun fair was to get to the long pier which was on the other side. Whilst walking through it appeared that staff and visitors were having a great time - nice to see.At the far end of the fun fair area was an indoor bowling alley where I think you can buy food and drink. There are toilets inside also. My wife and I then took a steady walk up the pier and at the end you get a great view of the coastline. It was really nice being able to walk up the pier and it was good to see people enjoying themselves on the fun fair. It would appear that some basic work had taken place maintaining the pier; however if the pier is to become a bit more of a tourist attraction then substantial amount of investment is needed to make the building more attractive inside and out.I would say that the pier does appear to have a great deal of potential if money could be invested in it; however, the pier is still magical in its own way, and as long as people enjoy using it either to ride the fun fair or walk the pier then why change it.In summary if you have children and it’s raining this is ideal fun for an hour or so and if you want a good view of the coast then walk to the end of the pier. It is also interesting to read about the history of the pier on various websites.

Did not know about this pier, never been on such a long pier. Little dated in places but well worth a visit.Everything under one roof.

....but if you’re looking for a pier with amusements to entertain the children then you’d be better off going to Clacton pier, which has a bigger variety of attractions. The pier itself goes quite far out so if you just want a stroll out to enjoy the scenery then it’s nice, but there’s not much else to do apart from that. That said, we did visit out of season so it may be more exciting in the school holidays

All teenager's had a very wet day... Inside the lovely old pier, with fresh hot doughnut's, slussy's, me with a nescafe, playing slots and enjoying the rides, if you have a disabled person with you, you can get on rides free with them...all under cover... Extended pier, needs a lot of work, and I think this would help with more people visiting, still as lovely as when I was a child.... Going back next year... We love it, it's a little area of good old British fun, with fantastic locals....

Having experienced the noise & atmosphere of this pier in the 1960's, it seemed pretty quiet and run down now. It was sad to see the planks and railings in such poor repair and the end of the pier closed off for that reason....no more train rides there.Gone is the Big Wheel...the Ghost Train ... the superb carousel and many of the smaller rides....no more popcorn or bingo.... The arcade remains but doesn't have the traditional machines. Most of the change machines didn't work and the 2p pieces in the 'tipping point' style machines were weighed down by 'prizes'. It is possible to win tickets when the cash doesn't cascade but you appear to need a minimum of 50 for a piece of cheap plastic...we gained 7 so, just an addition to the scrapbook. The pier is probably much more fun during the 'holiday season' and I would return...but more for the memory than the current amenities

On the coastal end a modern pier of slot machines and rides, accompanied by plenty of flashing lights and music. But walk through and emerge into daylight and a pier which has plenty of room for anglers, and a lovely walk across the sea affording excellent views back to the beaches and the town.

Ridiculous that the ‘new managers’ no longer let an adult ride with small children on the rides. Workers advising me the ghost train is an ‘adult ride’ and I couldn’t accompany my 2 year old. I would not recommend this place for anyone with younger children!

Visited here with my niece whilst staying at Dovercourt wow what an amazing place kept us busy all day many thanks

Took my grandchildren here for the day,so much to do and suitable for all ages they both had great fun,from the trampoline, various rides and of course the bumper cars!! Probably best to take a picnic as not much choice of cold food With everything being under cover was a good place to be when it rained The wrist bands are good value for money.

Went with family including two young (5 and 3) children and was agreeably surprised. Not significantly different to 40 years ago, it still has a slightly tawdry feeling about it, but the staff are much improved. Instead of silent or surly they were polite, cheerful and seemed well trained with an eye for safety. The waltzer ride was terrific fun aided by the attendant who swung the cars as long as you seemed to be enjoying it and it seemed to last much longer than years ago. Also lots of rides suitable for younger children as well. Would recommend for an inclement afternoon.

Went onto the pier and was shocked at the how fatty and run down the pier was, rides have been taken out and no effort to even repaint the facade just cornered off.Some of the rides haven’t changed from when I was a younger child and I’m now 19. The bright spot is the amusements which are good however the room has obviously been converted from the old play centre which is still not the wall.Paint peeling off, there’s great bit blobs on the floor from rides used to be.Such a shame that this pier is so rundown. ☹️

Walton Pier is a childhood favourite, many happy memories here, however in comparison to Clacton on Sea, it does need a little TLC. However, the bowling aspect is definitely value for money. £19.95 for up to 6 people bowling for an hour! Excellent value for money. You need to book to avoid disappointment.

After being to Clacton pier earlier yesterday. Such a shame Walton pier is looking tatty it needs money spent on it like the rest of town such a shame been going there for years and it has gradually gone down hill

We came here with the kids for a couple of games of bowling and a burger. On the website it is advertising 2 games of bowling and a burger at a special price. It’s only when you get there that you see notices saying it’s now 1 game and a burger for the same price. They should amend their website!The place is tired and the decor is really past its best. The bowling shoes are not nice at all. The toilets aren’t great either. It isn’t the nicest of places to visit but given a revamp, it could be great.

We came here for my mums birthday. It was not like when I was younger. It’s run down in need of a lot of restoration. It felt actually really sad as I remember many a happy family time here. But not now probably would not go back.

The pier looks tired and dated and is very run down.A coat of paint would smarten the place up.Toilets disgusting,when were they last cleaned? Smelling and full of flies.The place was very un-welcoming

It's a nice walk along the pier. But the pier needs attention, its run down. Inside the pier is poor and the bowling alley is extremely disappointing

The pier is very dated and says it's under new management. It could use a bit of an update. It's pretty much like every other pier.

It was cold & windy day in June when I visited Walton and was glad that the pier is enclosed! I used to come here a lot when I was a child and it was nice to come back. Unsurprisingly given the Friday afternoon weather there were not many pier walkers, most folk had stayed inside the arcade, the rides were closed due to lack of customers I expect. From outside the paintwork could do with a bit of TLC but inside is nicely kept. I seem to remember there used to be a cafe near the front entrance but I think refreshments now are only available from the bowling alley, which is always enjoyable. A nice visit as part of the National Pier Society weekend

We spent the afternoon at Walton on the Naze, what a lovely place, spent some time on the pier, we took our dog who was made more than welcome on the the boardwalk,Very typical pier lovely

As a pier should be. Loads of gaming machines, loud music, lots of attractions to ride on. Wrist bands available at £11 all day for all rides (or pay for single rides). Food, ice cream available. Great atmosphere.

From the outside Pier looks a bit tired and dated but it’s a little gem inside. Plenty to do with the kids even on the rainy day, as amusement park is indoors. Wristbands are very reasonable at £12 each. Arcades are AWESOME (as my daughter says) with fantastic prizes and friendly staff. Would highly recommend to everyone.

Visited Walton Pier with friends whilst in the area - this was not very inviting just looking at it and needed a lot of TLC! Looked very rundown and yes it looked like they were going to repair and replace some of the boards but it needed far more than that! One of the longest piers in the country should have been far more inviting!

This Pier unfortunately really needs some love! Visited with some friends this week, the front and games area is pretty unwelcome looking.

When we have the grandkids down we usually take them to Clacton Pier..but wanted to meet up with some friends in Walton..so came here..no where near to the standard of Clacton Pier..does need lots of TLC

Best amusements and arcades in the area! This pier has SO much to offer, it is fantatic! The beach with all the colourful beach houses on the hill is also a delight to look at!  Excellent place for a family day!

Went at weekend with our children , toilets could do with a good clean, there were flies every where in resturant ....

Went to Clacton pier last time we visited, decided to try Walton this time..... Had a good day but definitely very out dated compared to Clacton pier, more for younger children.

After spending year after year at Walton with our children and now grandchildren what a change, however rides still value for money but on approaching the pier it was in a poor state of repair a lick of paint would help as this was the start of the season. The rides were dirty and all of the pier needed refurbishment. The toilets were awful, couldn’t wait to leave.

Went just before Easter and the kids loved it and so did the dogs. Sandy beach which was clean. Would go again.

We walked the length of the peir it was a bit windy out there but was good. We stopped at the front and did a little crabbing using a bucket and water and crabbing reel we got in town. We caught a couple of crabs which was exciting. We put them back in. We had a picnic lunch which we brought with us. I paid for the wrist band and we played on the rides for hours she loved the dodgems and waltzes the best. The ghost train wasn't scary which for youngsters that's good. We had freshly made doughnuts which were hot and kept us warm. We had a few goes on the 2p machines and won some prizes so all in all our day at the peir was fun. She slept really well that night too. . The only down side is don't wear good clothes our clothes were black from the rides. But the fun out weighed the clothes washing. Just wear dark colours....

Great place to go something for everyone from toddlers to Grandpa fishing. They have bowling too and rides which you buy tokens for, slot machines and an Adult lounge. Somewhere to eat and drink.

the pier is lovely and long but it needs a bit of TLC it looks like they are trying to upgrade it.. plenty of fishing going on.. some of the rides were open, but not many of the arcade machines seemed to be working... maybe the wrong time of year.

Had a really great time with the kids they enjoyed some old fashioned rides and the 2 penny arcade machines. Its a long pier and is in need of some work but so nice to get away from it all. We did see the bowling area but didn't use it on this visit.

An amazing long pier to go for a nice relaxing walk that has amusements, fairground rides & a cafe for various options of food & drink, plus ice creams with plenty of seating.

Walton Pier... we went during a weekend trip to Naze Marine. we got to the pier and most of the rides were switched off due to us being early, but it felt really strange being there. There were big circles painted on the floor with benches around them to stop people walking on them. The pier as a whole just looked and felt really run down, like it was big in the 90's and no-one has done anything with it since. The bowling alley was okay and cheap but the toilets looked awful the arcade was ok but hardly any staff around which was quite strange to see. There is a big banner on the side which says under new management but there didn't seem to be anyone around so i don't know who is managing itOverall, it was alright but really needs some regeneration

I took my dogs here and after a long drive from Leigh on sea it was worth it. Dog heaven!! Also go the the Victory for Lunch it will make the visit even more perfect.

Where do I begin so went to Walton pier yesterday after checking website it stated all rides where open , so after spending £30 on train fairs we arrive and the rides are in fact shut. I expressed my feelings to management about updating the website as I just wasted so much money on trains manager stated they have no control over website as its ran by a 3rd party. He then went on to say I should have called up so I showed him my call list and showed over a three day period I called 22 times but no one had answered the phone which is why I checked website, he didn't even say sorry for the fact no one picked up the phone. So already annoyed we stayed to play in the arcade now they had little rides that you pop money into for the children yet non of them worked , they kept taking my money and not working which lead to my two year old being very upset and not understanding that everything in the god dam place is broken. Most arcade rides/games didn't work or would work then not give out tickets or would stop working half way though the game. There was one staff member working and the manager would just walk around, it took me half hour to find someone who works there after walking up and down the arcade and pier looking for someone to refund my money from the machines not working.Never ever again will I be going to Walton pier load of crap, not much for children if rides are shut and the prize store wasn't even opened so had to wait an hour for the lady to come get a prize for my child then to be told the prize I picked they didn't even have which meant I had to spend more money so my daughter could get the other doll they had as she was very upset. Place was dirty, understaffed, portly managed, nothing worked waste of money

Love it on the good ole pier.Plenty to see and do, can spend hours on there.Highly recommended, fun for all the family.

We really like Walton Pier and visit quite frequently but were dismayed at how tired and rundown it looked.Both cash machines were out of order. Lots of the games were switched off with what seemed one poor member of staff to try and assist the public with the machines that were working. 20 minute queue to use the one ticket counting machine that was working. Please Walton - sort it out.

the pier is run down and falling apart. However if you walk to the end, watching where you step! the views are lovely. inside the pier is dirty and the bowling alley needs a lot of attention ( it could be great if taken care of) The food we had was inedible.

We have been to Walton Pier twice and have found it good value - unlimited ride wristband £10.The rides are all indoors and they have different rides than Clacton Pier, albeit smaller rides. There looks to be ongoing work taking place so I expect the pier will be making additions for next summer, the arcade is very good also.We had Hot Dog & Chips for lunch which we enjoyed.The only negative was the state of the mens toilet, it was absolutley disgusting. The stench was just horrendous. This did not spoil the visits in anyway though but at the same time how they can leave it in such a state is quite shocking.

Another visit to one of our favourite places. Good old fashioned pier with rides for the kids. Looks like it's going to be refurbished as area cordoned off that's full of rubbish. Amusement arcade to keep you entertained. You can pay to fish from the pier. Cafe to grab a bite to eat. Tables and benches outside - love that they're all painted different colours. Great on a dreary day as kids can still enjoy themselves

Just like any beach front pier in the UK there are a lot of things to see and do along the pier at Walton.

Great place for a day out, the pier has rides for all, bowling and arcades. The town itself has that old feel about it. There is fish and chip restaurant called Yates, it's cod is wonderful, worth a visit.Pubs don't open till 12. Plenty of parking.Enjoy your visit.

Walton pier is a traditional pier complete with a Carousel. The best part is that it's all indoors so no matter what the weather it's a great family day out. At £10 per person for an all day wrist banned it's exceptional value for money. There are also the coin paid rides for the little ones and a good arcade.

Used to be nice food, now they have removed the old cafe and put machines there. The new food is over priced and absolutely dreadful. Don’t waste your time eating there

Delapidated & past the point of 'seen better days'. Peir toilets had sign stating what should be done 'every hour' & cleanliness clearly shows this is not the case. Toilet roll - none Hand was liquid - noneFloor washed - maybe within 24hrsUrinals blockedFeeling unleen & need to eat... Will not be coming back

went on the pier felt like a child again went on the twister have not been on one of those for over 20 years

Took the granddaughters here early to catch low tide to allow for plenty of swim play. We all loved it & water was very warm.

Pier has gone downhill gradually filling up with tables and chairs as rides close down. More suited to the under 8s. Bowling is still there, most daring ride is a waltzer. My 16 year old didn't want to go on anything. For younger children you can get a wrist band for £10 better value than the ticket system.

The pier needs some money invested as it looks like some things haven’t changed since the 1950s. It best suits younger families as there are dodgems, waltzers, a haunted house type of attraction but there is a bowling alley near the end of the pier. There is also a photo opportunity with an old fashioned postcard with cut out faces. There are outdoor benches if you wanted to eat a picnic here. There is a place to get ice creams or donuts but no other food choices within the pier itself.There are amusements which provided much fun and quite a lot of frustration. There are maintenance issues as the ticket counter machine had to be opened at least twice to sort out a wiring problem. Some machines did not issue the correct number of tickets and you have to leave them if there is a problem to get help and there is no way of proving the problem. A number of the machines weren't working either. The whole arcade looks like it’s been left in a time warp and has seen better days.

Visited today with our two youngest grandchildren. Pier is looking tired and a bit rundown. The £10 wristband is good value for children under eight years old, not many rides for older children/teenagers. The open seating area on the pier had young children crabbing but I was concerned too see that there was no lifesaving equipment nearby. All the staff we met on the pier were friendly and polite. The town of Walton is dying, closed shops and lots of secondhand shops. We've had a few family holidays here in the past but after today, we won't be returning

The place was quiet, dull and looks in danger of collapse. Not much to do, everywhere seems half shut down. Dark, scruffy and miserable. Such a shame, as Walton has such a beautiful beach. The promenade is looking shabby, the shops are naff and there is nothing that says Come to Walton. Seriously, if there was a good investment by pier management, the local district council and businesses, the place could be a goldmine. You have the biggest asset for free-A BEAUTIFUL BEACH!!! I have visited this place countless times, and now it resembles a typical British industrial estate; each time you come something else has closed. Do something. With the right motivation and input this place can rise from the ashes. Good for the local people, economy and Walton in general.

This pier really needs an overhaul. It looks dirty, oily and just generally run down. Too many fruit machines and not enough attractions. A couple of the larger grab machines have the usual stuffed toys, but Olaf the snowman looks as though he has been down a coal mine. Disgusting

For young kids will appear is great with lots of small rides. Went there today for a six-year-old birthday and it's very tired and I'm sure the end of the pier will fall down within the next decade.What I did make the mistake of doing that I was to order food from the pier bowlwhich is the only food outlet now on the pier itself.I paid £10 for a burger chips and a coffee, had to wait 50 minutes for a takeaway and the bottom bun was hard and cold.I was hungry so I ate what I could but I felt so ill for the last few hours and will definitely not be going anywhere near that place again. Such a shame there were lots of people waiting and complaining and it wasn't even busy.

I visited this pier with my mam and grannie and Gwindar in July. It was my first holiday. We went in the amusements and played ten pin bowling in the pier pub. The staff in the bar were very nice and a big shout out to the nan who does the bowling a very nice chap. Anyway while they had drinks of strongbow dark fruits and coke I had a bowl of water. I loved it that they let dogs in the bar and have now classed this as my regular. I will be going back there in September and I can't wait. Love Sparkle the dog.

Lots of the planking looks very rotten and needs replacing. The pier needs major investment to replace the old wood and worn nails. Fun fair and gaming machines ‘attractions’ also look outdated and sad. The whole town needs renovating to attract new visitors.

The pier is free to enter, and has a mixture of slot machines, ten pin bowling, kids rides, cafes and a pleasant long walk to the end of the pier, where some people were fishing, and the lifeboat is tethered. It was mid week so the pier wasn’t too busy, but I imagine gets busy evenings and weekends.

I believe the pier is having a programme of refurbishment over the next 5 years. It needs it to bring it up to date. A lot of the arcade games are pretty dated, and it could do with some more updated rides. There is a bar with outside seating which is lovely on a sunny day and a small bowling alley and restaurant. Hopefully we will continue to see improvement to the pier facilities to make it more inviting as it is an important part of the seafront.

So old..needs a fortune spent on it..everything was dead..more life in a graveyard..left and took kids into Clacton on sea..where everything was alive and buzzing..will not rush back..unless it gets a full refurb.

Awful. Is stuck in a time warp... In July you would expect the rides to open... One in ten were. Similar to the High Street.... It's July, hot and sunny. Next thing will be traders complaining about lack of income. Or, are they just waiting for the school summer holidays when they can quadruple their prices????

Desperate need of modernising haven’t been there for 20 years and it looks the same lots of the rides not in use . Won’t be rushing back

We visit the pier regularly. OK like so many piers it needs and is slowly getting a good spruce up. The covered rides are fantastic for younger children and with a wristband offers really excellent value. There is a bowling Alley and bar for those that feel the need.Walking the pier is a delight and there is always something to see. On Sunday it was the usual antics of the fishermen, the line of beautiful Thames Sailing Barges sedately heading south and the chance to see a large jellyfish with massive tentacles slowly floating by. The weather was wonderful with barely a breeze.Also worth mentioning that to walk down the pier costs .......... nothing

We've been going to Walton pier since our grown up kids were toddlers and although it has changed, so has the rest of the world. A negative is the removal of the cafe at the pier entrance which was always basic but had the location in it's favour. Huge positive however is the updated bowling / bar. The actual alleys are pretty much the same but the counter and bar area are now much nicer. Sadly I can no longer win against my sons but that's no fault of the pier. There are several rides for younger families and a pleasant walk up to the lifeboat with lovely views of the coastline.

Unfortunately the town was suffering from a bug invasion, stand still at you got covered in small bugs...itchy!So we headed onto the pier to escape the pesky creatures and sure enough once you got half way down, it was far enough out to sea that we got relief. Lots of sea fishermen at the end of the pier trying to catch dinner. Lovely views of the coast left and right.

Used to go to this pier quite a bit with my family when I was growing up and it hasn’t changed that much since.It’s not a flashy pier with lots of fairground rides but its lovely all the same as there are ample amusements, quite a few rides, ten pin bowling and of course you can have a walk along the second longest pier in the UK. It’s popular with Anglers at this time of year and it’s also where the Walton lifeboat is based.I must say though that there isn’t really as much there as there used to be. I remember the ghost train was better a few years back and it could really do with re-painting in areas too.

I love British seasides! So quaint and yes some parts are run down but that is life! Plenty of amusements, rides and a long walk along the pier perfect!

Makes Southend seafront look classy. What a dump. Shame you can’t up the beach and beach huts and put it somewhere nice. Typical crap rides and arcade machines. Chav central.The public toilets stunk beyond belief, only to be surpassed by one ones in the bowling alley in the pier. Didn’t appear to have been cleaned since the place was built. The people operating the rides were friendly though so can’t fault them, it’s just the whole place is a hole. I’m not stuck up by a country mile, but even I felt posh.

It is small but perfectly formed,you can buy the kids a £10 ticket and they can go on all the rides as many times as they want,this plus the great safe beach and the number of good cheap cafe's and lots of parking,which if quiet reasonable .

Came yesterday with my mum, brother & my 1 year old. Every single ride was shut apart from one kid ride that my son was too little to go on. The grab machines were mostly empty, ok but three different machines took our £1 and didn’t give us any lives to play. Ended up just going into the arcade which was okay. Only one staff member who made us feel like we was keeping him from something when asked if we could exchange our tickets for prizes as that kiosk was shut. He didn’t know how many tickets each prize were, the one I wanted was 100 tickets and he said they were 500 so I had to go check for him. He kept leaving the building to go to and from his car? Would come again but maybe in the summer when all the rides are open.

Visited the town on a recent break to Essex & after spending ages at Walton On The Naze. The pier though must be one of the longest in the uk. Sadly we did not have time to walk to the end (will do that if ever in the area again) Due to its massive amusement centre at start of the pier, it is most definitely not the most picturesque of piers, however I’m sure the views from the end must be worth the walk. Dog friendly too & no entrance fee 😀

Well worth a visit a little gem of a place, great for the kids and under cover. Very reasonable priced unlimited rides with wristbands.

Thought we would c how the pier @ Walton was coming on , called in the bowling alley 4 a coffee , it was fine but the chap behind the bar had a charisma by.pass a smile or a please or thank you would not go amiss , come on surely make the customers feel welcome !

fab views lovely for children great fish and chips.great slots machines and children play areas.just a step away from a clean safe beach.

kids had a great time on the pier with a ten pound wristband for unlimited rides. good value. sadly some of the rides were not working but still plenty to entertain them.

This is a gem of a place, wrist bands cost just a tenner and you can go on the rides all day long making it a cheap day out, Nice little place to eat which was not bad priced and they even allow dogs which makes a change

Lovely safe area undercover for kids and only £10 for unlimited wristband great staff every where piers too long for me to walk but still nice seats just out the back in the sun

We were looking for an alternative to Clacton on sea pier. This I have to say is a fantastic in house fun fair peir. £10 per child and they could go on rides as many times as they could handle as long as they were tall enough. There was many different rides and some classical too.Will come here again.

This entertained my 9yr old for nearly 3 hours. She went on everything several times. Yes it’s in need of a bit of refurbishment (and I believe this is happening in 2018/19) but it didn’t stop our enjoyment. She rarely had to queue. Lovely staff. Toilets out the front are nicer than the ones inside; steps to both the ladies ones.She says there needs to be more rides! We parked on a side street. Cash only at the food place near the front.Beautiful beach outside.

Great old pier with old type rides. Wrist bands are available at a reasonable price.There is a bowling alley which has bar and serves snacks. Nice pier to have a walk down to the end.

Visited the pier whilst in Walton and whilst there decided to be silly 40 somthings and go on a couple of rides. The ghost train was for children but we went on it anyway. Then decided to go on the waltzer and this was class. We laughed the entire time. The guys working it kept spinning and spinning us round which just made it. When we came off we were walking like we had just drunk half a bottle of vodka ! Great fun. The pier is undergoing renovations in 2018/2019 and will return to see what has been done.

This has the potential to be a great pier, as the beach next to it is gorgeous, and the views of coast and wind farm is great...however... one word to describe this place- depressing. It's like something out of a ghost town. Not only that but the place, staff included (most people barely cracked a smile) feels tired. and WORST of all the pier is so old/rotten it literally feels like it could collapse at any time, and I actually felt quite ill from walking on it to be honest. I had to laugh when we got to the end of the pier and there was an area fenced off as 'dangerous' - ironic as the whole thing feels like that. Take a leaf out of Cromers book Walton, and invest some money into a refurb or start again. Otherwise hope that it doesn't collapse while your on it!

First visited Walton pier,with my family early fifties through to sixties and later.As we got of the train we would all make our way to the pier cafe/restaurant for potato soup with crusty bread,and pop.We would pester Mum and Dad to use the amusement arcade and the ghost house which are still there,sadly the cafe has been pulled down and mobile type food caravan is there with tables and chairs in the open space.Still a pleasant walk down the pier and there’s a new bowling alley and bar as well.Also cheap all day coloured wristbands for our Granddaughter on all the activities.

A NICE PIER with usual arcade games ,but the bonus is that all rides are undercover and the cafe restaurant is reasonably priced

The funfair and amusement arcade just as we all know and love it. Such a fun evening relaxed and quiet as out of peak season but lots of fun

The pier is free it is very long with not much at the end. The amusements are at the beginning of the pier and all under cover - which is great if it is a raining day. A great place for children to go crabbing.