Leigh-on-sea Farmers Market Returns This May
A vibrant day celebrating fresh, local, and handmade goodness right in the heart of the Leigh-on-sea community.
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Leigh on Sea News
Visit the best non-selective school for GCSE results in South Essex
Thorpe Hall School’s next open morning on 30th April will give parents a chance to see why the school’s GCSE results have soared in recent years – and why they’ve been confirmed as the best performing non-selective school in south Essex.
'Glow for Havens’ returns to light up the night for Hospice Care
After a successful first year, the community fundraising event Glow for Havens will return for its second year on Saturday 19th September, following its achievement of raising over £32,000 in vital funds for specialist care and support provided by Havens Hospices.
Volunteers needed for the 2026 Summer Reading Challenge
This is a fantastic summer holiday volunteering opportunity for all adults and young people (aged 14 and over) who would like to encourage children to read and give something back to their community.
Southend Halloween Parade returns for the sixth year
Southend’s much‑loved Halloween Parade will return in 2026 for its sixth year, and for the first time ever it will take place on Halloween night itself - Saturday 31 October.
AI speed camera aims to reduce road safety accidents on busy Southend dual carriageway near school
The road is close to a secondary school, and monitoring shows that around 85% of vehicles in Lane 2 travel at close to 50 mph in free‑flowing conditions, above the 40mph speed limit.
Leigh-on-sea Port Regeneration Have Your Say
Leigh-on-sea Port is one of the most important working harbours on the Thames Estuary and a key part of Southend’s heritage. The Council is committed to securing its long-term future so that the site can continue supporting the fishing and cockling industry, local jobs and the wider community for many years to come.
Illegal cigarettes, tobacco and vapes seized by Southend Council Trading Standards and Essex Police following raids on premises across the city
In a joint operation, officers visited several shops in central Southend, seizing illegal items valued at nearly £25,000. The cigarettes were found to be either counterfeit or ‘cheap whites’ which are manufactured in Asia and the Middle East and have been proven to contain very poor-quality tobacco and toxic substances, such as rat poison and asbestos. All the hand rolling tobacco seized was found to be counterfeit versions of popular brands such as Golden Virginia.
Free c2c travel for London Marathon runners 2026
Local rail operator c2c Railway will be providing free train travel for those taking part in this year’s London Marathon on Sunday 26 April 2026.
SOUTHEND THEATRES ANNOUNCED AS HEADLINE PARTNER FOR LEIGH-ON-SEA FOLK FESTIVAL 2026
Leigh Folk Arts Association and Southend Theatres are pleased to announce that the Cliffs Pavilion and Palace Theatre will be the headline partner for the 2026 Leigh-on-sea Folk Festival, taking place from Friday 26 June to Sunday 28 June
Spitfire experience flights launch from London Southend Airport this August
FlyaSpitfire.com, the UK’s largest Spitfire operator, is thrilled to announce an exciting new addition to its nationwide Spitfire Away Days—flights from London Southend Airport.
Get ready to groove: Music in the Park returns to Priory Park this spring
The series begins on Saturday 11 April and runs through to 27 September. Across weekends and bank holidays, visitors can enjoy a wide range of performances on the iconic Bandstand, from brass and jazz bands to folk groups, choirs, duos, and singers/songwriters
Southend City Jam to return for fifth year as artist applications open
Southend City Jam will return from Friday 28 to Sunday 30 August 2026, bringing another vibrant weekend of large-scale street art, live painting and creative activity to Southend city centre and seafront
Coppicing and beyond: How Southend’s Tree Wardens are reviving our woodlands
This spring, Southend’s Tree Wardens are hosting “Rackham Revisited,” a wonderful series of guided walks exploring the ancient woodlands of South-East Essex. Walks take place across several beautiful sites, and each session offers a gentle 2 to 3-hour wander led by knowledgeable volunteers.
easyJet’s first flights between London Southend and Jersey takes off as airline celebrates first anniversary of its base
The first flight to the largest of the Channel Islands took off on time and provides customers across Essex and the South East with even more choice at great value fares. The route continues to operate on Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays throughout the summer.
Residents urged to register for Southend-on-Sea elections in May
Residents are being urged to get ready for the local elections on Thursday 7 May - by registering to vote by midnight on Monday 20 April.
Double Indemnity Review By Lynn Carroll
It was not a ‘whodunit’, nor was it a mystery, we knew who was to be the victim and who killed him so if you are a fan of this genre of play, film and book you will very much enjoy this.
Government confirms decision on new unitary councils in Greater Essex
The creation of five local councils, across Essex means that from April 2028, Southend-on-Sea City Council be replaced by a new South East Essex Council.
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.
