Attractions / Days out in Southend
Adventure Island
Over
40 great rides and attractions suitable for all
ages, admission is free. Rides available by
single purchase or great value 'All Day
Wristbands' or tiny tots 'Mini-bands'. It is one
of the best value theme parks in the South of
England.
More Details:
Western Esplanade, Southend-on-Sea SS1
1EE
Tel: 01702 468023
Entrance fee: Call or visit website for more
details
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Beecroft Art Gallery
With
fine sea views and a varied collection ranging
from 17th century Dutch paintings to
contemporary works, as well as a fine collection
of local views, the Beecroft is well worth a
visit.
More Details:
Station Road, Westcliff-on-Sea,
Southend-on-Sea SS0 7RA
Tel: 01702 347418
Entrance fee: Free
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Kids Kingdom
10,000
sq. ft of pure fun! Its exciting activities
include the Monster Jelly Mountain, Demon Drop
Slide and Twister Tube. Kids Kingdom can also be
hired privately for children of all ages – so
adults get the chance to join in the fun!
More Details:
Garon Park, Eastern Avenue,
Southend-on-Sea SS2 4FA
Tel: 01702 462747
Entrance fee
Opening hours: Call to enquire
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Sealife Adventure
Adventure
is bursting with a unique mixture of education
and fun that families love. Open every day
except Christmas Day and Boxing Day You will
find over 30 aquatic displays featuring a wealth
of marine marvels from starfish to sharks,
piranhas to stingrays. Every day there is a full
programme of demonstrations, talks and
promotions.
More Details:
Eastern
Esplanade, Southend-on-Sea
SS1 2ER
Tel: 01702 442200
Entrance fee
Opening hours
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Southend Central Museum, Planetarium & Discovery
Centre
Within
a fine Edwardian building, the Central Museum
tells the story of man and his environment in
south east Essex through displays of
archaeology, natural, social and local history.
More details:
Victoria Avenue, Southend-on-Sea,
SS2 6EW
Tel: 01702 434449
Entrance fee: Free
Opening hours
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Southend Marine Activities Centre
The
Southend Marine Activities Centre stands in a
privileged beachside position on Southend's
Eastern Esplanade. The Centre's programme
includes courses at all levels in: Sailing,
Canoeing, Windsurfing, Powerboat Driving and
Jet skiing. These include; "Try a Sport" taster
sessions, Beginners courses and a wide range of
Improver training through formal courses and
other more informal practice sessions and
expeditions.
More details:
Eastern Esplanade,
Southend-on-Sea SS1 2YH
Tel:
01702 612770
Entrance fee: Various, see website or call to
enquire
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Southend Pier
Southend’s
famous landmark – the longest pleasure pier in
the world – stretching 1.33 miles into the
Thames Estuary. Take a ride on one of the unique
Pier Trains to the end and back - or enjoy an
invigorating walk. At Pier Head you can visit
the RNLI station and gift shop and take in the
view from the superb sun deck or even try a spot
of sea fishing (passes available from the
Visitor Information Centre.) Additionally,
elegant pleasure boats as well as impressive
visiting Tall Ships, offer trips at certain
times of the year.
More details:
Western Esplanade, Southend-on-Sea SS1
1EE
Tel:
01702 215620
Entrance fee: Call to enquire
Opening hours: Call to enquire
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Ten Pin Bowling at The Kursaal
Indoor
family entertainment centre featuring 30 lanes
of state-of-the-art ten-pin bowling, pool
tables, kids games and amusements.
More details:
Eastern Esplanade, Southend-on-Sea
SS1 2WW
Tel:
01702 322322
Entrance fee: Various, see website or call to
enquire
Opening hours:10 until late
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