Leigh on Sea News

We take a look inside the new Havens Hospice in Southend

March 12, 2020 by Leigh-on-sea.com

This week Leigh-on-sea.com had a very special invitation to visit the new Havens Hospice building in Southend.

Mother's Day gift ideas

March 12, 2020 by Emily Mertens

We all want to spoil our mums on Mother's Day, so here are a few unique gift ideas that you can buy in Leigh-on-Sea to show her how special she really is!

FREE cycle parking available for South Essex businesses

March 11, 2020 by Emily Mertens

A new form of bicycle parking is being offered – free of charge – to employers in south Essex.

Where to go for Mother's Day

March 10, 2020 by Emily Mertens

From a delicious afternoon tea to a luxurious three course meal, here's where to treat your mum this Mother's Day.

Cure your fear of flying with easyJet at London Southend Airport!

March 10, 2020 by Emily Mertens

Boasting a 95% success rate, it's time to cure your fear of flying at Southend Airport with the Fearless Flyer course.

Coronavirus: Westcliff High School for Boys staff in self-isolation following positive testing of child's grandparent

March 10, 2020 by Emily Mertens

A headteacher and number of staff members are self-isolating after coming into contact with a student’s grandfather who has tested positive for coronavirus.

2019's most expensive houses in Leigh

March 6, 2020 by Leigh-on-sea.com

We've taken a closer look at where the most expensive houses are and we've broken them down into detached, semi-detached, terraced and flats.

Historicaleigh: Leigh Society and Leigh Heritage Centre

March 5, 2020 by Carole Mulroney

If you live in Leigh you cannot have failed to visit the Old Town – and we are right there in its midst in the Heritage Centre next to Strand Wharf.

Flybe: The 10 destinations you can no longer fly to from Southend airport

March 5, 2020 by Emily Mertens

Estuary 2020: How to get involved in the large-scale art festival

March 4, 2020 by Emily Mertens

Celebrating all things art, music, literature and film related, Estuary 2020 is the second edition of this large-scale festival.

Join the ‘Spring Clean Your Journey’ challenge this March

March 4, 2020 by Emily Mertens

The challenge offers South Essex residents to swap their car for a different way of travelling in March - with a £250 prize available!

What's on in Leigh in March 2020?

March 4, 2020 by Emily Mertens

The best events in Leigh and Southend in March 2020.

Madama Butterfly flutters into The Cliffs Pavilion this March

March 3, 2020 by Leigh-on-sea.com

The award-winning producer Ellen Kent returns in Spring 2020 with the tragedy, Madama Butterfly featuring international soloists, full chorus and orchestra.

Where to enjoy National Pie Week in Leigh and Southend

March 3, 2020 by Lisa Shelley

Celebrate National Pie Week with these top picks!

Indulgent wine pairing evening at Gourmet Deli

March 3, 2020 by Emily Mertens

Indulge in an abundance of wine, paired perfectly with a range of cured meats and cheese.

Havens Hospices to take over this year’s Southend Triathlon

February 27, 2020 by Emily Mertens

The popular Southend Triathlon is back for its 4th year with Havens Hospices taking hold of the baton for 2020.

Gritting with the stars: winning gritter names revealed

February 27, 2020 by Emily Mertens

After a morning of sleet and snow in Essex, the results have come in at perfect timing!

The Southend Seaway project gains council’s cabinet support

February 27, 2020 by Emily Mertens

The council’s cabinet have agreed to maintain support for the proposed development of the Seaway car park.

Daniel O'Donnell at the Cliffs Pavilion!

February 27, 2020 by Emily Mertens

Irish folk singer and TV personality Daniel O'Donnell will be heading to the Cliffs Pavilion on his upcoming UK tour!

HSBC to close Leigh branch in July

February 26, 2020 by Emily Mertens

The HSBC bank along Leigh Broadway will shut its doors in July.