Leigh on Sea News

International Women's Day: talking women and periods

February 23, 2017 by Ray Morgan

I'm writing this on a train home from London, where I've just been in a meeting on the gender pay gap

Southend Pier Wedding Fayre

February 23, 2017 by Southend Borough Council

Make your wedding day a reality with help from the Southend Pier Wedding Fayre at the Royal Pavilion 10:30 – 3:30pm Sunday 19th March.

Landlord Gets £2K Fly-Tipping Fine Instead of Booking £12.50 Collection

February 23, 2017 by Southend Borough Council

A landlord who dumped two mattresses outside one of his rented properties has been fined nearly £2,000, when they could have been collected for just £12.50.

London cocktail bar launch the quirkiest cocktails yet!

February 23, 2017 by Leigh-on-sea.com

Our little suggested 'must do' this weekend in London.... think Harry Potter, Winnie-the-pooh... just trust us and read on....

National Margarita Day @ The Royal Hotel

February 21, 2017 by Leigh-on-sea.com

Celebrate National Margarita Day @ The Royal Hotel with 2 cocktails for £10 from their Margarita Menu!

COMPETITION: The songs of Simply Red - A New Flame - Winner announced

February 21, 2017 by Leigh-on-sea.com

Ias it you? 

Foodie Rich: Padrino Italian

February 21, 2017 by Foodie Rich

We’re not short of Italian restaurants in the local area, I'm sure most of us have a favourite...

Local teacher admits child sex image charges

February 21, 2017 by Leigh-on-sea.com

Former Belfairs Academy teacher Neil Gardner has admitted multiple counts of possession of indecent images of children after his landlady discovered them in his room.

Historicaleigh: Leigh Hill and the old station

February 21, 2017 by Carole Mulroney

Strictly Stars Anton & Erin bring 'Swing Time' to The Cliffs!

February 20, 2017 by Leigh-on-sea.com

Join the nation’s favourite ballroom couple when they return with an exciting new show for 2017

Pizza Express Petition Launched

February 20, 2017 by Leigh-on-sea.com

A petition has been launched as it has been rumoured that chain Pizza Express have expressed an interest to take over the site, of what was once popular haunt, Rio Bar.

Picture of the Week: 17th February

February 17, 2017 by Liam Jefferies

Our picture of the week is courtesy of Kit Worsley.

Wonderful “Wonderland”! - Review

February 17, 2017 by Claire Cosgrove

“Wonderland” is a brand new musical adaptation of Lewis Carroll’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass.

Estuary Deli Review

February 15, 2017 by Foodie Rich

We all love a delicatessen don't we? There so much better than your average supermarket, where around every corner they remind us...

Shoeburyness Site to be Regenerated with New Nursery and Homes

February 14, 2017 by Southend Borough Council

A new nursery, community hall and nine new houses will be built on the site of the Friar’s Community Centre and the former Friar’s Library and now-closed Renown Pupil Referral Unit.

VILLAGE GREEN 2017!

February 14, 2017 by Liam Jefferies

The first programme has been announced for Village Green 2017, and we’re more than a little excited!

Ray Morgan: Southend Planetarium: Not Just for Kids

February 14, 2017 by Ray Morgan

I've just come back from an amazing break away in London celebrating my partner Jo's birthday. The 'weekend' started on Thursday in fact...

Looking for a laugh this week???

February 13, 2017 by Leigh-on-Sea.com

..then award winning comedian Ashley Blaker is your man!

Legal Eagle: Solicitors and Conflict when Buying Property

February 13, 2017 by Melinda @ Giles Wilson Solicitors

Q: I have found a house to buy in Leigh on sea and being new to the area, asked the estate agent to recommend a solicitor. He has recommended the same solicitor as the sellers are using as he says that this will make it easier? Is that right?

Jools Holland and his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra

February 13, 2017 by Leigh-on-sea.com