Easter fun for the whole family in Southend, including the return of Southend Shakedown
Southend is set for a busy and exciting Easter weekend, with a packed programme of family activities, events on the pier, and the return of Southend Shakedown on Bank Holiday Monday.
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Southend pier and railway named number one icon in Essex
Southend Pier and Railway has been voted the number one icon in Essex for 2025, leading Visit Essex's "Top 50 Icons of Essex" list.
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Southend-on-Sea City Council announces the return of Music in the Park at Priory Park Bandstand
Southend-on-Sea City Council is delighted to announce the return of the popular Music in the Park series at the Bandstand in Priory Park this summer.
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New Tree Wardens Network launched to enhance Southend's green spaces
Residents are being encouraged to help plant and care for trees across the city through a new Tree Wardens Network launched by Southend-on-Sea City Council.
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Council's Concert Series continues with the return of renowned classical guitarist Craig Ogden
Southend-on-Sea City Council invites you to experience internationally acclaimed classical guitarist Craig Ogden as part of the Southend Concert Series.
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Historic swimwear from Southend Museums to feature in major London exhibition
Southend-on-Sea City Council proudly unveils its historic artefacts in a captivating new London exhibition.
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A Better Start Southend celebrating 10 years of supporting families in the city
Celebrating ten years of A Better Start Southend (ABSS) as the programme comes to an end in March 2025.
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Southend pier railway service back in action ahead of schedule
Southend Pier’s railway service will be back in operation ahead of schedule following essential maintenance work that was expected to last until 4 April.
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Southend Youth Council shortlisted for The MJ Awards 2025
Southend-on-Sea City Council congratulates Southend Youth Council on their outstanding achievement in being shortlisted for the Community Engagement category of The MJ Achievement Awards 2025.
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Council urges postal voters to renew applications
Southend-on-Sea City Council is reminding residents who applied for a postal vote before 31 October 2023 that their application will expire on 31 January 2026.
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Council and police enforce PSPO following dangerous driving at seafront car meet
Southend-on-Sea City Council and Essex Police are taking action following dangerous driving at a seafront car meet on Saturday 22 March.
