Magnus's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Churchill Gardens
Tickfield AvenueThis is a small and lovely hidden gardens, well worth a visit
A lovely castle ruins with a breathtaking view of the Thames estuary.
Get the train to Leigh on sea and then it's a nice half hour walk through fields (people at the station will know the way)
21 locals recommend
Hadleigh Castle
Castle LaneA lovely castle ruins with a breathtaking view of the Thames estuary.
Get the train to Leigh on sea and then it's a nice half hour walk through fields (people at the station will know the way)
Good family fun, an amusement park on the seafront, what more could you ask for..
It's free to get into/wander around, you only need tickets to actually go on the rides
50 locals recommend
Adventure Island
Western EsplanadeGood family fun, an amusement park on the seafront, what more could you ask for..
It's free to get into/wander around, you only need tickets to actually go on the rides
Warrior Square Skate Park
SS1Neighbourhoods
This is a quiet area with the advantage of being near Prittlewell rail station meaning the airport and town centre are easily accessible.
It's also a 15min walk to town
Station Avenue
Station AvenueThis is a quiet area with the advantage of being near Prittlewell rail station meaning the airport and town centre are easily accessible.
It's also a 15min walk to town
Socialising/drinks
This is a lovely wine bar in Southend town centre.
Sawdust on the floor and an excellent selection of wine and food
6 locals recommend
Pipe of Port
84A High StreetThis is a lovely wine bar in Southend town centre.
Sawdust on the floor and an excellent selection of wine and food
Food Scene
Best Kebab
5 West StLocal kebab shop.
The kebabs are tasty and good value
Alternative, friendly, rough and ready pub and restaurant with an excellent vegetarian and vegan menu.
7 locals recommend
The Railway Hotel, Southend
Clifftown RoadAlternative, friendly, rough and ready pub and restaurant with an excellent vegetarian and vegan menu.