Leigh on Sea News

HISTORICALEIGH - The Circus Life

February 9, 2015 by Carole Mulroney

Ann and Charlotte Partridge were the daughters of Isaac Partridge, a Leigh fisherman and his wife, Elizabeth Bull. Their life in Leigh changed dramatically when the circus came to town.

First Aid Fairies Competition!

February 9, 2015 by Joanna Harrison

The lucky winner will win a child first aid kit, an infrared ear thermometer, a Peppa Pig bruise soother, an instant cold pack for children, a burns dressing and a space on out baby and child first aid course!

The Passionate gardener

February 9, 2015 by The Passionate gardener

Oh what a beautiful morning and oh what a beautiful day, the sun is shining and we are all happy again.

Put The Wind Back Into Your Sales

February 9, 2015 by Andy Crow

It takes a certain type of person to be a sales person. You have to be confident enough to talk to prospective clients and also thick skinned enough to not be scared of rejection. A good salesperson has to persuade a client that they need something that they perhaps didn’t realise they needed.

Southend United v Cheltenham Town

February 9, 2015 by Alec Hitchman

Cheltenham Town, who sit just two points and one place above the relegation zone in 22nd place visit Roots Hall on Tuesday (10/02/2015).

It happens every year but it still surprises me!

February 9, 2015 by Rob Kahl

It happens every year but it still surprises me! Obviously December is a particularly quiet time in the housing market and you hope and pray that it will pick up in the new year.

Shrewsbury Town v Southend United

February 6, 2015 by Alec Hitchman

Blues travel to Shrewsbury on Saturday to end their unbeaten league record at home. Shrewsbury are yet to lose at home in the league this season, with Chelsea being the only team to win there, in the Capital One Cup.

Newsletter - 05/02/2015

February 5, 2015 by Joanna Harrison

Find out about The Comedy Club, Sunday Lunches at The Park View, Our Cocktail of the Week and Ray Morgan recent blog... all in this weeks newsletter. As well as, this weeks featured vouchers and exciting upcoming events!

HistoricaLEIGH - Tales of the Schoolroom

February 5, 2015 by Carole Mulroney

At the foot of Leigh Hill was once a free school which Sir Samuel Moyer, one of Leigh’s famous mariners, founded in 1716 ‘for instructing children in the principles of the Christian religion.’

Council backs vote registration campaign

February 4, 2015 by Joanna Harrison

Southend-on-Sea Borough Council is backing National Voter Registration Day (NVRD) taking place tomorrow (Thursday 5th February), which is aimed nationally at encouraging people to register to vote. 

When to shop?

February 4, 2015 by Angela Poplett

Ok, so this probably sounds a little bit crazy... When do you shop for your clothes is normally when you need them, right?

Recipe of the week! Vegetarian Shepherds Pie

February 4, 2015 by Chef Justin from Justin's Food Company

Happy February to all! First week of the month means one thing vegetarian week.

Try out this Shepherds Pie topped with cheesy sweet potato mash, it's a great little winter warmer!

Cocktail of the week - Passion Punch

February 4, 2015 by Dave @ The Craft Drinks Company

February is here & with Valentine's Day just around the corner its time to get passionate! If you're feeling fruity then this cocktail will do the trick!

Joker Comedy Club at The Park View

February 3, 2015 by Joanna Harrison

After 28 years of providing the comedy fans of Essex with a monthly helping of laughs they have teamed up with the good people at Park View,Chalkwell Park to bring a whole host of new shows to the area.

Aboard The Craft Train

February 3, 2015 by Ray Morgan

The idiosyncratic tales of Ray Morgan

Sunday Lunch at The Park View

February 2, 2015 by Joanna Harrison

Is it on the way?

February 2, 2015 by Rob Kahl

If you believe the weather forecasters then snow may well be on the way next week! Is there anything prettier than a garden with a thick layer of the white stuff or watching children sledging down Belton Gardens from Marine Parade.

Southend United 1-0 York City Review!

February 2, 2015 by Alec Hitchman

Southend United made it three wins in a row with a hard fought victory against struggling York City at Roots Hall on Saturday. Blues boss Phil Brown stuck with the same side that beat Portsmouth on 24thJanuary.

How do UK businesses benefit from lower oil prices?

February 2, 2015 by Andy Crow

While Brent Crude has dramatically fallen to its lowest level since May 2009 at under $50 a barrel, business managers in the UK are increasingly asking how and when they will benefit from this drop in oil prices.

UPCYCLING YOUR SKILLS

February 2, 2015 by Chris Billinghurst