UK island with tragic history that's become a dark tourism destination Canvey Island in Essex, a small part of the UK reclaimed from the Thames Estuary and barely above sea level, has a tragic history that's piqued the interest of Brits keen to learn about a disaster that claimed dozens of lives.
A Tripadvisor user gushed about their unexpected find on Canvey Island, saying: "I didn't realise Canvey Island had such a lovely sea wall stroll.".
They continued to express their delight after stumbling upon the scenic spot: "We had stopped on Canvey Island for a visit and decided to head to the sea for a look and found the sea wall walk.
On January 31, 1953, a colossal storm struck the North Sea, triggering a tidal surge that breached the sea wall surrounding Canvey.
Today, a robust sea wall safeguards the island, but reminders of the floods are scattered throughout the area.
