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Kosher and Jewish Life in Canvey Island

TJT’s guide for kosher and Jewish travelers in Canvey Island. Information about kosher restaurants, cafes, shops, bakeries or delis, kosher near me location based (GPS) search, & Jewish points of interest, such as shuls, mikvahs, kosher and observant friendly hotels and Jewish community centers in Canvey Island, United Kingdom (UK).

About Canvey Island

Canvey Island is a civil parish and reclaimed island in the Thames estuary in Essex, England. It has an area of 7.12 square miles (18.44 km2) and a population of 38,170. It is separated from the mainland of south Essex by a network of creeks. Lying only just above sea level it is prone to flooding at exceptional tides, but has nevertheless been inhabited since the Roman invasion of Britain. Canvey became a popular resort which carried on into the new century. In the late 20th century Canvey was a popular spot for Eastenders from London to visit on weekends and during the summer and to some extent still is popular with some families even to the extent that some have moved here all year round. Canvey also became an important petrochemicals site with several companies still based there.

Jewish History, POI & Kosher Establishments in Canvey Island

Strictly Orthodox Jewish families from Stamford Hill moved to Canvey Island from mid 2018 and by early 2019 the community had grown to 60 families, the community has a not for profit charity organisation Jewish Congregation of Canvey Island (JCoCI). There is already a synagogue and community centre and there are plans to open a bakery.

Weather In Canvey Island

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Please note:

Shabbat times on this page are based on the common Candle lighting formulas - in most locations it is 18 minutes before sunset. If you have any comments or questions regarding Shabbat Times on this page, please contact us

What Is *JOFY?

JOFY, or "Jewish Observant Friendly" Establishments are lodging establishments offering special services for Jewish Observant guests such as Shabbat meals, accommodation on lower floors and regular keys for the rooms. It can also be a NON KOSHER establishment located in walking distance from the local Shul, community or kosher restaurants area.

Please note - *JOFY does NOT mean that KOSHER food is served on the premises!