Explore
Southend-on-Sea
Places of interest in the immediate vicinity for our guests.
Southchurch Park
Just across the road is our local Southchurch Park.
A short walk from the beach and nearby history spot, Southchurch Hall. The park is the perfect spot for some family fun. With over 12 hectares to explore and a wide range of sports pitches and formal gardens there’s bound to be something for everyone to enjoy.
There’s also a fantastic model boating lake where you can spend the afternoon sailing or watching the swans while having a drink and bite to eat from the park cafe.
Local Beach
Just 100m up the road is our local beach with a lovely lagoon for crabbing for the children. There are 2 restaurants on the beach for breakfast, lunch or dinner! Ocean Beach Cafe/Bistro/Restaurant and Billy Hundreds Tapas.
An ideal spot to sit and either watch the sunrise or watch the sunset!
Thorpe Bay Beach
Blue Flag beach in Thorpe Bay. Have a stroll along the coastline where you will see an assortment of picturesque beach huts in various colours to brighten your day. Many paddle boarders and sailing yachts to be seen along this stretch of coast. Stop for a coffee at many of the cafes nearby, or sit and watch from the seaside benches.
The Pier!
Southend is famous for its longest pier! in the world!
1.33 miles to be exact!
Take a stroll to the end of the pier and enjoy a beverage or ice cream or fish and chips before either walking back after that brisk sea air or alternatively getting the pier train to trundle back.
A must do for every visitor to Southend!
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Adventure Island
Southend's biggest theme park! A must for adults and children alike! Experience the thrill of over 40 rides!
Free entry plus costs of rides via wristbands.
Sealife Centre
The coral-filled depths of Deepwater World’s ocean tank are home to a number of species of tropical shark. Come and see some of the fiercest ocean predators living in harmony with a beautiful variety of tropical fish! Surrounded by 195,000 litres of water, you’ll be encircled by thousands of stunning swimmers as you make your way through the tunnel in the fully accessible aquarium.
Local Theatres & Shows
Live Local Bands
Golf Course
Paddleboard Hire
Crazy Golf
Live Events at Garons
Sealife Centre and Zooquarium
Adventure Island Theme Park
Indoor boulder climbing
Bowling, Darts, Games Tables
Southend's Longest Pier!