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Travelling
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A127 from Basildon and M25, A130 then A127 from Chelmsford |
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Essex
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Essex
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 Southend
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Southend, on
of the famous Essex resorts, London's playground due
to it's location close to London, and often visited for the
day or the weekend.
In the
last few years the town has being undergoing a transformation,
with a redevelopment and enhancement scheme, cleaner beaches
with Blue Flag status, and development of attractions and
entertainment facilities. Shopping has been improved as well
with the High Street enhancement scheme underway. For smaller
shops try the Westcliff area.
Three
theatres, The Cliffs Pavilion ( Tel: 01702 351135) and the
New Empire Theatre ( 01702 353577 ) for top performers and
shows, and the Palace Theatre (Tel: 01702 351135) for plays.
These coupled with clubs, bars, restaurants, multi-screen
cinema, and three casino's, means you are spoilt for choice
for an evening out!
Take a
walk in the gardens, including the Clifftop gardens, along
the seafront. For the more active there is a leisure centre,
golf courses, and sailing.
Don't
miss the famous pier, the longest in the world, built in 1889,
which has been restored to its former glory.
Some quieter
places east and west of the main town, such as Leigh, ideal
for a stroll with a cobbled High Street, art galleries and
Heritage Centre.
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Location
Map of Southend |
What
To See -
Southend-on-Sea Tourist Attractions
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 Central
Museum, Victoria Avenue, Southend, SS2 6EW, the history
of this area of Essex. Open: Tue-Sat 10:00-17:00 Tel: 01702
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Southend
Planetarium, Central Museum, Victoria Avenue, Southend,
SS2 6EW, the only public Planetarium facility in the south-east
outside of London.Live presentations. Open: Wed-Sat, presentations
at 11:0, 14:00 and 16:00. Phone for seat availability and current
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Pier, the longest in England, 1.34 miles!, restored with
a railway (in case you don't want to walk it), interesting museum,
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Art Gallery, Station Road, Westcliff-on -Sea, SS0 7RA
, collections from 17th century to contemporary works. Open:
9:30-13:00, 14:00-17:00, Tues-Sat. Closed Bank Holidays. Tel:
01702 347418 |
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| Prittlewell
Priory, Priory Park, Victoria Avenue, Southend, In the
remains of the Cluniac Priory of St. Mary's, founded in the
12th century, and set in a Park. Pictures, murals, and an interesting
of EKCO early radios and televisions. Open: Tue-Sat 10:00-13:00,
14:00-17:00 Tel 01702 342878 |
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| Kursaal,
probably the first ever theme park anywhere, opened in 1901
and now re-opened after closing in the 1970's with 10 pin bowling,
games arcades, casino, and displays on it's history. |
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| Southchurch
Hall Museum, Southchurch Hall Close, Southend, museum
in a 14th century half-timbered medieval manor house set in
a small park. Series of period rooms, hall showing life in the
Middle Ages,. The wing gives an idea of Tudor and Stuart times,
domestic life through the centuries in a service wing, Victorian
bedroom. Open: Tue-Sat 10:00-13:00, 14:00-17:00 Tel: 01702 467671 |
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Island, Western Esplanade, Southend-on-Sea, SS1 1EE rides
and attractions, including roller coaster, Log Flume, and the
quieter Jungle Safari, go-karts, dodgems, Adventure Golf and
more, cafe. Free entrance, then Pay by the ride or get an All
day wristband. Open: every weekend until Apr 12th. plus weekdays
Apr 12th-Sept 7th, 11.00-evenings weekdays.
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Point Gallery, 2nd Floor, Southend Central Library, Victoria
Avenue, Southend, SS2 6EX, photographic, video and digital arts
exhibitions and events. Open:Mon-Fri 09:00-19:00, Sat 09:00–17:00
Tel: 01702 612621 extension 240 |
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Life, tropical fish, deep water fish, talks.Open: Daily
10:00-19:00 Closed Xmas & Boxing Day.
Tel: 01702 601834 |
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Where
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Church Road Southend-on-Sea SS1 2AL
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Opened in 2010, the Park Inn Palace is in the centre of Southend-on-Sea, 5 minutes' walk from Southend Pier. With air-conditioned rooms, the hotel also has a modern spa and health club. This Park Inn hotel has views of the sea.
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18-20 Westcliff Parade Westcliff On Sea Southend-on-Sea SS0 7QW
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The Westcliff Hotel is a splendid Victorian hotel, close to the seafront with spectacular views over the Thames Estuary and easy access from the A13 and A127.
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Bradley Way Rochford near Southend-on-Sea SS4 1BU
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This hotel is situated in the picturesque Essex village town of Rochford, less than a mile from the airport and 200 yards from the mainline railway station. Free car parking is provided.
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Guest
Houses Bed & Breakfasts Inns and Other Hotels
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9-13 Wilson Road Southend-on-Sea SS1 1HG
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The newly renovated Ilfracombe House Hotel is a luxury 20-Bedroom AA 4-Diamond executive hotel with its own car park. All rooms are ensuite, with 20 Sky Satellite/TV channels & direct-dial telephones with internet access points.
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Aviation Way Southend-on-Sea SS2 6UN
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Just 1 mile from London Southend Airport and its rail station, this hotel offers free private parking and serves fresh, local produce in the Pegasus Restaurant.
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Alexandra Road Southend-on-Sea SS1 1EY
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The Atlantis Guest House is an impressive Victorian house built in 1888 and situated in the heart of Southends beautiful and peaceful conservation area.
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34 Leigh Park Road Leigh-on-Sea Southend-on-Sea SS9 2DU Tel: 0844 847 1200
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A real gem this delightful holiday property is set on a hill overlooking the river estuary; its decked balcony makes a perfect spot for relaxing and enjoying sunsets over the river while the stylish interior offers a high standard of comfort perfect for a...
Sleeps 7
Phone Bookings & Enquiries: 0844 847 1200
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Days Out in and around Southend-on-Sea
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| Visit historic
Colchester. |
Towns near Southend-on-Sea To Visit - straight line distance:
Canvey Island Tourist Information (6.05 miles) Sheerness Tourist Information (6.84 miles) Burnham on Crouch Tourist Information (7.65 miles) Basildon Tourist Information (10.05 miles) |
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Area
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Information
Centre
Southend Pier Western Esplanade Southend On Sea
Tel: 01702 215120 |
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