southend-on-sea news

Southend’s Queensway footbridge demolished amid safety concerns & regeneration debate

The footbridge over the busy Queensway road in Southend has now been removed, marking a major and symbolic milestone in…

7 days ago

Sutton Road closed after “horrific” serious collision near Southend city centre

Part of Sutton Road in Southend city centre has been closed this afternoon after a serious collision involving a van…

2 months ago

2 years of roadworks: Queensway underpass to be filled in as Southend prepares for major road overhaul

Queensway underpass is set to disappear as Southend prepares for one of its biggest regeneration projects in decades. The underpass…

2 months ago

Hundreds expected at Sierra Leone Outing on Southend beach this Saturday

Southend beach is set to host one of the UK’s largest cultural celebrations this Saturday 2 August, as the 2025…

6 months ago

“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…

10 months ago