Southend sets out vision for a greener, more vibrant High Street
Southend-on-Sea City Council is moving forward with plans to improve the High Street and make it a more welcoming, attractive and enjoyable place for everyone.
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Leigh on Sea News
Easter Activities for all the Family
If you're on the hunt for fun-tastic activities to keep you busy over the Easter holiday, Southend and Leigh-on-sea has plenty to offer
Former Detective Shares PTSD Story in New Memoir and Sets Out on 16-Day Charity Walk for Mind
A former serious crime detective who developed Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder after years investigating some of the UK’s most challenging cases is sharing his story in a powerful new memoir - and raising money for mental health charity South East and Central Essex Mind with an ambitious charity walk.
Enzo Harrison Standing Up for Leigh-on-sea Marina and Backing Local Enterprise
From boat graveyard to business hub why Leigh-on-sea Marina deserves support and not criticism by Enzo Harrison - Independent Candidate for Leigh ward
Mayor of Southend launches new Gold Geese Lounge at Westcliff station
The refreshed customer waiting area, now fondly referred to as the ‘Gold Geese Lounge’, is painted in the instantly recognisable Gold Geese yellow, reaffirming c2c’s long-standing partnership and commitment to the south Essex based children’s cancer charity.
Southend to introduce free peak bus travel for disabled residents
From 1 April 2026, Southend residents with disabled concessionary bus passes will be able to travel free from 6am for journeys starting within Southend. This will help residents who need to travel earlier in the day for work, appointments or education.
750,000-litre flood defence to protect seafront businesses
Large underground tanks will soon be installed, with each structure comparable in scale to a section of a London Underground Tunnel and will temporarily store rainwater during periods of heavy rainfall.
Southend-on-Sea proudly retains Purple Flag status for 2026
Southend-on-Sea is once again flying the Purple Flag in 2026, reaffirming its status as a safe and vibrant and well-managed evening and night-time destination. This prestigious accreditation places Southend among more than 90 Purple Flag destinations worldwide.
Legally Blonde Review by Nina Jervis-Green
This show’s consistent feelgood energy is infectious. The audience clapped and cheered heartily throughout, and there was a rousing standing ovation for Lowther during the curtain call. To sum up for the jury, if you’re in need of an addictively fun and upbeat evening out – and who isn’t right now? – Legally Blonde will do the job. Case closed!
Leigh-on-sea West Area Big Sparks Vote is Here!
13 fantastic projects have been shortlisted for the Leigh-on-sea West Area Big Sparks Vote! These projects were carefully selected by a panel of local residents who reviewed all submissions with the community’s needs in mind.
Active Southend-On-Thames Returns This Summer
Active Southend-on-Thames is making a splash once again in 2026, bringing a range of exciting water-based activities to Southend’s coastline.
Essex somatic therapist & Buddhist monk Louise Reader announces debut book Ten
Part memoir, part roadmap, Ten traces the lived experience behind Louise’s work: grief, anger and the quiet sadness that can sit underneath a “high-functioning” life.
c2c's Essex Ultra Marathon to return this September
This year’s event, which is open to people of all ages (18 and over) and abilities, includes 10, 30 and 50-mile race options, with all distances taking in the Essex Riviera while closely following the c2c train route from Upminster, Tilbury and Leigh-on-sea down to Southend-on-Sea
Southend’s history brought closer to the community as new Museums Collections Centre opens on City Day
Southend’s heritage will be more accessible than ever from Saturday 7 March, as Southend Museums officially opens the new Southend Museums Collections Centre to the public – one of the major highlights of this year’s Southend City Day celebrations.
Local CPR Training Leads to Life-Saving Action in Leigh-on-sea
A woman from Chalkwell (Leigh-on-sea) has helped save a life just days after attending a CPR and AED training session delivered by BASICS Essex, highlighting the real and immediate impact of the charity’s voluntary workshop.
Leigh-on-sea for Town of Culture - Survey Deadline 11th March
Leigh-on-sea has a chance of winning £3 million to invest in cultural development have your say and complete the online survey before the 11th March.
Community Investment Board Surpasses £2.2 Million in Funding for Southend’s Voluntary Sector
The Board is thrilled to confirm that it has now injected a total of £2,216,446 million in vital funding into the Southend Voluntary Sector to a total of 243 projects, supporting grassroots initiatives, community services, and programmes that make a tangible difference to local residents.
Review of The Signalman By Lynn Carroll
This will be good, I thought to myself and sure enough the sound effects and further visuals did not disappoint. The noisome racket of an old time steam train complete with whistles and copious amounts of steam assailed our senses and could not have been bettered, in my opinion, on stage.
Hospice patient marks milestone birthday with charity fundraiser
A South Essex woman living with incurable cancer has marked her 40th birthday by raising money for the hospice that supports her and her family.
