Behind the scenes of Southend’s free fireworks displays
Ever wondered where the fireworks lighting up Southend seafront actually come from? Each autumn, as crowds gather along the promenade to watch the free Saturday […]
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Nostalgic Southend seafront car meet draws huge crowds
Southend seafront roared back to life last night as hundreds of car enthusiasts gathered for a nostalgic celebration of the 80s, 90s and early 2000s […]
Pro-Palestine march in Southend scrapped after police imposed strict conditions
A planned pro-Palestine march in Southend this weekend has been effectively called off after organisers said police imposed “insane restrictions” on their route. Essex Police […]
“Just like the 90s cruise nights”: Southend car meet draws crowds as police take targeted action
Southend seafront ground to a halt on Sunday night as a massive car meet brought Western Esplanade to a standstill. Every seafront car park was […]
Motorcyclist seriously injured after collision on Queensway in Southend
A man has been taken to hospital with serious injuries following a collision between a car and a motorcycle on Queensway in Southend. The crash […]
Southend seafront free splash fountains: Everything you need to know
Southend’s City Beach is home to a popular free family attraction on the seafront – the Splash Fountains. With 64 multi-coloured jets of water dancing […]
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 Sierra Leone Outing brings hundreds […]
Ten teenagers sentenced after shocking machete & firearm violence on Southend seafront
Ten teenagers have been sentenced to more than 34 years in custody following a violent summer clash involving machetes and a firearm on Southend seafront. […]
Everything you need to know about the Red Arrows in Southend this weekend including the best viewing spots
The skies above Southend are set to come alive this weekend as the world-famous Red Arrows and historic Battle of Britain aircraft fly in and […]
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 […]
Southend Pier to be covered in red poppies for Remembrance Day – how you can help
Southend’s iconic pier is set to bloom with thousands of handcrafted poppies this November, as part of a powerful community tribute marking Remembrance Day. From […]
Why locals are raving about this Italian & seafood spot on Southend seafront
If you’ve ever strolled along Southend’s seafront and missed Sunset Bar & Restaurant, you’re not alone – but once you find it, you won’t forget […]
Video: Army detonates wartime bomb ‘picked up’ by a visitor to Southend beach
A wartime bomb was detonated in a controlled explosion after it was picked up by a visitor on a restricted MOD beach in Southend. The […]
Southend Shakedown set to return annually after roaring comeback on Easter Monday
Southend’s iconic Shakedown biker rally made a triumphant return on Easter Monday 2025 – Southend City Council are now turning their attention to making the […]
Violence erupts in Southend city centre: Bladed weapon seized
Police enacted a dispersal order covering much of Southend city centre yesterday evening, following a fight involving a group of youths in Queens Road. The […]