Free c2c travel for London Marathon runners
Local rail company Trenitalia c2c will be providing free train travel for those taking part in this year’s London Marathon on Sunday 27 April 2025.
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Leigh on Sea News
SUEZ starts recycling and waste collections in Leigh-on-sea
The company took over the contract from Veolia on Saturday 5 April and are now responsible for the city’s recycling and waste collections, along with street cleansing services and the operation of the two recycling centres (HWRC’s).
Thorpe Hall School partners with Dukes Plus to provide free university applications advice to all local families
Thorpe Hall School are the first school in Essex to become a partner school of Dukes Plus – a specialised consultancy service offering university preparation and application advice.
Historic swimwear from Southend Museums to feature in major London exhibition
Southend Museums have loaned seventeen pieces from their collection to be showcased in Splash! A Century of Swimming and Style at the Design Museum, opened on Friday 28 March
A Better Start Southend celebrating 10 years of supporting families in the city.
As the programme comes to an end, the improvements and partnerships it has created will continue. The Council and partners remain committed to ensuring families continue to receive the help they need.
Southend pier train back in action and voted No.1 Icon in Essex
Southend Pier’s railway train service is back in operation and voted No. 1 Icon in Essex for 2025, leading Visit Essex’s “Top 50 Icons of Essex” list.
REVIEW OF KIM’S CONVENIENCE BY LYNN CARROLL
An entertaining play which revolves around the day to day trials and tribulations of a Canadian Korean shop owner and his family.
New student shuttle bus service from Leigh-on-sea to Thorpe Hall School!
Thorpe Hall School, the areas only independent through-school, is proud to run a shuttle bus service for families travelling from Leigh-on-sea and Chalkwell.
Our 10 minutes with Jack Leighmen
This week we bring you 'Our 10 minutes' with Jack Leighmen... but who is he and what does he do in Leigh-on-sea?
The Merchant of Venice 1936 Review by Nina Jervis-Green
Accessible and timely, The Merchant of Venice 1936 will introduce Shakespeare to new audiences, but it also tell us the real story of who we were – and implore us not to repeat our mistakes. Particularly in these troubling times, to say it’s well worth seeing is a given.
Chalkwell ramp to be closed for public safety
The 115-year-old ramp connecting Chalkwell Station to Chalkwell Beach, will be closed imminently, subject to Network Rail track possessions, due to public safety concerns.
Water Activities for your Family are Back as Active Southend-on-Thames returns for 2025!
This year's delivery will bring a range of free activities to our beaches, suitable for the whole family including kayaking, yoga and water dips, beach safaris, cold water dips, and family beach days.
SEEArT EVENT SHOWCASES YOUNG SOUTH EAST ESSEX ARTISTS
This event was an incredible display of artists from all 9 schools across the South East Essex Academy Trust (SSEAT). The array of art at the exhibition included painting, sculpture, mixed media, photography, printing, sketching and anime.
Southend to commemorate 80th anniversaries of VE Day and VJ Day with beacon lightings and events
To mark VE Day the council will be holding public events throughout the week including a Beacon Lighting Ceremony by the Cenotaph at Clifftown Parade on Thursday 8 May at 9pm.
Local artist Charlie Stafford first to ppppick up her penguin sculpture
Local young artist Charlie Stafford was one of the first to collect her penguin and begin bringing it to life for this summer's spectacular art trail, Waddle-on-Sea.
Updated disabled parking bay policy boosts accessibility for Southend’s disabled residents
Designed to make the city more accessible for disabled residents who rely on convenient, nearby parking, the policy introduces a clearer and more streamlined process for applying for on-street disabled parking bays that will support residents' mobility and independence.
Initial vision for the future shape of local government in Greater Essex is published
At this stage, there are no firm recommendations regarding the number of unitary authorities or their geographic borders. However, due to geographic considerations, Southend-on-Sea City Council prefers a five-unitary model
RYLAN RETURNS TO THE CLIFFS PAVILION PANTOMIME AS THE FAIRY GODFATHER IN CINDERELLA
Southend Theatres and Crossroads Pantomimes have announced that Rylan will returning to Southend by popular demand to headline this year’s Cliffs Pavilion pantomime, Cinderella.
Southend Pier trains paused for essential maintenance
Essential maintenance work on Southend Pier’s railway trains will take place from Monday 10 March to Friday 5 April, ensuring a smooth and reliable service for the busy summer season.
