There’s a home-made quality to Mean Girls that made me think of going to see my friends’ children perform in their school plays. The set is minimalist, props (like school desks) are wheeled on by the cast, and there are plenty of OTT American accents to marvel at.
Following the success of its inaugural event, the Southend Food and Drink Festival is set to return in 2026, celebrating the fantastic hospitality businesses that help make the city centre a popular destination.
Award-winning estate agency Durden & Hunt officially celebrated the opening of its new Leigh-on-Sea branch on Saturday 11th July, welcoming hundreds of local residents, businesses and community partners for an afternoon of celebrations, fundraising and family activities.
Local train operator c2c Railway has launched a new £15 adult return fare to help customers make the most of their days out across South Essex this summer.
A newly expanded £8.9million Emergency Department (ED), marking a major step forward in improving urgent and emergency care, has opened at Southend Hospital.
There will be a full road closure from 85 London Road to the junction of Rushbottom Lane, then from the junction of Rushbottom Lane to 127 London Road from 27th July until 17th August
Local Leigh-on-sea resident Jean de Tourtoulon is rarely without a campaign, and this latest one is something she first presented to Southend City Council last year. At the time, she was told that Southend already had excellent facilities.
Illegal cigarettes, tobacco products and non-compliant vapes have been seized by Southend-on-Sea City Council's Trading Standards team in a series of operations across the city.
The tanks will form part of a 750,000-litre flood defence system designed to protect seafront businesses from heavy rainfall.
How can the Cliffs Pavilion’s stage – robust as it is – support the gargantuan weight of talent on display in Barnum The Circus Musical? It’s a question you might find yourself pondering as you leave the theatre, in complete and utter awe.
The ever popular Leigh Art Trail returns to sunny Leigh-on-sea for two weeks commencing 4th July with more events, artists and venues than ever before
The Prep School at Thorpe Hall School has been on a transformative journey over the last few years. The focus on raising standards has been applied across all year groups, the school has launched a series of innovative new provisions at various age groups since 2022
The record-breaking West End production of Jesus Christ Superstar, starring Sam Ryder in the iconic role of Jesus is coming to the Cliffs Pavilion for one week only on Tuesday 27th April 2027
The installation transformed Southend Pier into a sea of poppies, creating a powerful space for reflection and remembrance. With more than 110,000 handmade poppies sent in from across the globe
Leigh Folk Festival returns this weekend, once again transforming our historic seaside town into a vibrant hub of music, culture and community. As the UK’s largest folk festival, the event attracts thousands of visitors and showcases the unique character of Leigh-on-sea as one of Essex’s most popular coastal destinations.
SUEZ UK have announced the launch of their new SUEZ Southend Community Fund, a dedicated initiative to empower local groups and organisations to make a meaningful impact across the city.
Southend-on-Sea City Council is aiming to revitalise the development and use of empty commercial properties across Southend, Castle Point, and Rochford by providing interest-free loans of up to £250,000 for a maximum term of 36 months
West End favourite, TV star and Essex lad Lee Mead will take centre stage as the legendary P.T. Barnum when it opens at the Cliffs Pavilion on Tuesday 20th June.
Flights are on sale now, with the new service set to commence on 25th October 2026 and operate twice a week on Thursdays and Sundays.
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