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Southend-on-Sea
Southend-on-Sea
Southend-on-Sea is an Essex seaside resort on the Thames Estuary, known for its seafront, beach huts, arcades and Southend Pier, which is the longest pleasure pier in the world. It also has Adventure Island and several galleries and museums. The seafront is usually busiest in the summer months.
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Where to stay
- Leigh-on-SeaOld Leigh fishing quarter and cockle sheds, a few miles west
- Westcliff-on-SeaAdjoining seafront district to the west
- Thorpe BayQuieter seafront district with beach huts, east of the pier
- ShoeburynessEast of Southend, with quieter beaches
- RochfordMarket town near London Southend Airport
Getting there
- Southend Central station (c2c), on Clifftown Road, is about a 10-minute walk from the main seafront attractions
- c2c trains from London Fenchurch Street take roughly 45 minutes to an hour
- Southend Victoria station (Greater Anglia) is on Victoria Avenue
- Thorpe Bay and Shoeburyness stations are further along the c2c line
Travel details can change, especially on event days — check with the venue or operator before you travel.
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Questions people ask
Where is the best place to stay near Southend-on-Sea?
Leigh-on-Sea: Old Leigh fishing quarter and cockle sheds, a few miles west. Westcliff-on-Sea: Adjoining seafront district to the west. Thorpe Bay: Quieter seafront district with beach huts, east of the pier. Shoeburyness: East of Southend, with quieter beaches. Rochford: Market town near London Southend Airport.
How do I get to Southend-on-Sea?
Southend Central station (c2c), on Clifftown Road, is about a 10-minute walk from the main seafront attractions. c2c trains from London Fenchurch Street take roughly 45 minutes to an hour. Southend Victoria station (Greater Anglia) is on Victoria Avenue. Thorpe Bay and Shoeburyness stations are further along the c2c line.
Any tips for visiting Southend-on-Sea?
The Thames Estuary is tidal, so check tide times before visiting the beach.
Which airport is closest to Southend-on-Sea?
The nearest airport on this site is London Southend Airport, about 2 miles away in a straight line. See hotels near the airport.