It lies on the north side of the Thames Estuary, 40 miles (64 km) east of central London. It is bordered to the north by Rochford and to the west by Castle Point. The city is one of the most densely populated …

A seafront amusement park, sand and shingle beaches, and fish 'n' chips shops leading down to the country's longest pier; Essex's Southend-on-Sea has all the trappings of a classic British seaside …

Jan 8, 2026 · Whether you’re looking for thrilling attractions, award winning beaches, delicious food, or unforgettable events, there’s something for everyone in Southend. There’s also plenty to see and do, …

It lies on the Thames estuary and the North Sea. The nearest major seaside resort to London, 40 miles (64 km) away, Southend attracts millions of visitors, and there are many resident commuters.

The modern city known today as Southend was built up as the south end of Prittlewell and expanded into a large resort with its most famous landmark of all - Southend Pier - constructed in 1890. …

1 day ago · Southend-on-Sea is one of the liveliest areas in Essex. Southend has a fantastic seafront with all the classic British seaside paraphernalia, a world-class pier, an amusement park, casinos …

Easy way to find where things are in the city. There so much more besides the seaside. All content © 2026 Southend-on-Sea City Council. All rights reserved. Designed and powered by Jadu.

Southend-on-Sea is a vibrant coastal town offering far more than just its seven miles of sandy seafront. While traditional seaside pleasures like beaches, amusement arcades, and coastal walks are a …

It lies on the north side of the Thames Estuary, 40 miles (64 km) east of central London. It is bordered to the north by Rochford and to the west by Castle Point. The city is one of the most densely populated …

Seaside towns don’t get more famous than Southend-on-Sea. The resort town has been allowing Londoners to escape the hustle and bustle of the big city for decades and became a city in 2022.