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Leigh-on-Sea Cockle Fishing Family Faces Uncertain Future After Licence Refusal

Leigh-on-Sea Cockle Fishing Family Faces Uncertain Future After Licence Refusal

For 55 years, the Dell family’s Leigh-on-Sea business has been a familiar sight on the Thames Estuary—its boats returning laden with cockles at dawn

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Our 10 minutes with Local Business Owner Gail Hugman

Our 10 minutes with Local Business Owner Gail Hugman

This week we take 10 minutes with Gail Hugman who runs the wonderful small business Lessons Alive in Leigh-on-sea

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A Flippin’ Great Success as Waddle-on-Sea Comes to a Close

A Flippin’ Great Success as Waddle-on-Sea Comes to a Close

All good trails must come to an end, and after a summer where 103 penguins waddled into the city, the sculptures are now preparing to leave the streets and head off on their next adventure.

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Southend-on-Sea City Council receives Silver Award for Support to Armed Forces Community

Southend-on-Sea City Council receives Silver Award for Support to Armed Forces Community

The award recognises employers who go above and beyond in supporting the Armed Forces Covenant and who demonstrate consistent and proactive efforts to ensure that service personnel, veterans, reservists, and military families are not disadvantaged in recruitment and employment.

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Every household in Southend set to get a free bulky waste collection

Every household in Southend set to get a free bulky waste collection

Southend and Leigh-on-sea residents are set to benefit from a bold new proposal for one free bulky waste collection per year which will be available for every household.

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Leigh-on-sea cockle fishery achieves sustainable fishing achievement

Leigh-on-sea cockle fishery achieves sustainable fishing achievement

Operating out of Leigh-on-Sea in Essex, and Whitstable and Queenborough in Kent, the historic fishery has supplied cockles to British and international markets for centuries. Now, it has once again been certified by the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC), meeting the organisation’s globally respected standard for sustainable fishing.

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Tickets Now on Sale for Waddle-on-Sea Farewell Weekend

Tickets Now on Sale for Waddle-on-Sea Farewell Weekend

Taking place on Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th September at Ipeco, Rochford, this ticketed event is the only opportunity to see all 103 penguin sculptures together in one spectacular display before they waddle off to their forever homes at the Grand Auction.

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Tina - The Tina Turner Musical Review by Nina Jervis-Green

Tina - The Tina Turner Musical Review by Nina Jervis-Green

When I say “go and see Tina,” that’s exactly what I mean. Not just through her powerhouse Tina-like vocals – which are more than impressive enough – but in her movement, mannerisms, and fierce, unstoppable energy.

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Quality Windows of Essex
Pot Herbs

Pot Herbs

Seasonal fruit and veg from Pot Herbs

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Events

Music in the Park 2025

August 23 2025 - September 28 2025 MORE

Glow For Havens

September 20 2025 - September 20 2025 MORE

Belfairs 5 Run Leigh-on-sea

September 21 2025 - September 21 2025 MORE

Robbie Williams Tribute at the Royal Hotel, Southend

September 26 2025 - September 26 2025 MORE

Fiddler On The Roof Coming to the Cliffs Pavilion

September 30 2025 - October 4 2025 MORE
Music in the Park 2025

Music in the Park 2025

August 23 2025 - September 28 2025 MORE
Glow For Havens

Glow For Havens

September 20 2025 - September 20 2025 MORE
Belfairs 5 Run Leigh-on-sea

Belfairs 5 Run Leigh-on-sea

September 21 2025 - September 21 2025 MORE
Robbie Williams Tribute at the Royal Hotel, Southend

Robbie Williams Tribute at the Royal Hotel, Southend

September 26 2025 - September 26 2025 MORE

Vouchers

The Mughal Dynasty

10% off from Monday to Thursday

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MCL Accountants

5% discount for new sign-ups with code MCL-LOS5OFF

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Fusion Oriental Cuisine

Enjoy 10% off your meal every Sunday

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Mughal Dynasty Fine Dining Indian Restaurant

Our delicious new Thali Menu is available Sunday to Thursday – and it’s the perfect way to enjoy an authentic Indian meal, all on one plate!

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New Confidence Summer and Autumn Treatment Bundles

New Confidence Treatment Bundles have been thoughtfully put together for you, whether you are treating yourself or sharing time with family and friends.

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Recently Updated Businesses

Leigh on Sea Food Shopping

Pot herbs greengrocer

Pot Herbs are a Leigh-on-sea family run high class independent greengrocer with over 30 years experience.

Pot Herbs

Welcome to The Leigh Spirit Company. Inspired by the smuggling past of our town, we set up our business to source and supply only the very best spirits from around the world and within the UK.

Leigh Spirit Company

Local Butcher supplying Quality Free Range Meats and Poultry.

CJ's Butchers

Leigh on Sea Restaurants

Classic Indian curries and tandoori dishes served in a smart, long-running restaurant and takeaway based in Leigh-on-sea.

Mughal Dynasty

Water front, elegant fine dining restaurant in Old Leigh Town, Leigh-on-Sea.

The Boatyard Restaurant

Ten Green Bottles - cool quirky bar in the heart of leigh-on-sea offering open mic nights and live music

Ten Green Bottles

Italian and Sicilian restaurant situated on Broadway West, Leigh On Sea.

Cucina

Home Services

Ergotechnics, established in 1998 is a registered and chartered architectural practice in Leigh on Sea.

Ergo Technics

We are a South East Essex/Leigh-on-sea based Brickwork Contractor.

RTD Brickwork

The Beach Buoy Builders are a local business providing property refurbishment, Carpentry and Maintenance services along with a Handyman division.

The Beach Buoy: Refurbishment, Carpentry, Maintenance, Repair & Handyman Services

A local Leigh-on-sea company, we design and build stunning garden rooms for year round use.

Room At The Back