Southend Airport scraps free 15-minute drop-off period and brings in £7 minimum charge
Southend Airport has quietly removed its previously free 15-minute drop-off and pick-up allowance at the Long Stay car park – replacing it with a flat […]
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EasyJet adds new winter flights from Southend Airport to “magical” Finland destination
Passengers flying from Southend Airport can now book a magical festive escape, as easyJet has announced direct flights to Rovaniemi in Finland, the “enchanting gateway […]
Southend’s last big nightclub to shut down after seven years of ‘memories’
MooMoo nightclub, Southend city centre’s largest and most well-known nightlife venue, is set to close its doors for good on Saturday 5th July 2025. The […]
Major upgrade confirmed for Chalkwell station with two new lifts and footbridge
Chalkwell station is set to become fully step-free for the first time, following the award of a major contract by Network Rail to infrastructure specialists […]
Controversial 14-storey high-rise block of flats gets green light in Southend after appeal
A 14-storey tower block is set to rise in Southend city centre after the Government overturned Southend City council’s refusal, sparking fresh debate over urban […]
New bulk-buy Food Warehouse set to open at Southend Retail Park
Iceland is planning to bring its popular bulk-buy store, The Food Warehouse, to Southend, with plans now submitted to Rochford Council to take over the […]
More drivers being turned away from Southend’s tips as the City Council tightens rules
Southend City Council has issued a firm reminder that its two Household Waste and Recycling Centres (HWRCs) are strictly for city residents – not businesses […]
“Nuisance” food delivery drivers ignoring pedestrian rules in Southend High Street
Shoppers and visitors in Southend High Street have voiced frustration over the growing presence of “nuisance” food delivery drivers driving dangerously through the busy pedestrian […]
PETA activists stage ‘go-vegan’ protest outside new Popeyes chicken restaurant in Southend
The grand opening of Popeyes in Southend High Street drew more than just hungry customers on it’s opening day today – it also attracted animal […]
Kursaal at risk: water leaks and decay threaten Southend’s historic icon
Recent photographs taken from inside Southend’s iconic Kursaal have unveiled concerning maintenance issues plaguing the historic landmark. Urban explorers, gaining access through an unlocked door, […]
Green light for Southend’s Empire Theatre to be redeveloped into flats after planning appeal win
Plans to redevelop Southend’s historic Empire Theatre site into a five and six-storey block of flats, shops and community spaces are back on track after […]
Long queues spark frustration at Leigh tip, with Southend tip now to have reduced capacity for works
Residents in Southend are voicing growing frustration over long queues and “traffic chaos” at Leigh Marshes Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC), following a major site […]
Infinity Showbar in Southend closes after five years of drag, glitter and good times
A much-loved LGBTQ+ venue in Southend has shut its doors after five colourful years. Infinity Showbar & Lounge, based on Alexandra Street in the heart […]
Popeyes fried chicken to open new Southend High Street restaurant, next to KFC & Taco Bell
The famous fried chicken chain Popeyes is bringing its signature Louisiana flavour to Southend High Street, with a brand new restaurant set to open just […]
“Broken machines, disgusting cleanliness, and a smell of urine”: Southend Leisure Centre under fire as council seeks new operator
A leisure and fitness facility in Southend has now fallen into such a shocking state that many users say it’s barely fit for purpose — […]