Southend Pier train reopens ahead of schedule after closure for essential works. The train, which runs the length of the longest pleasure pier in the world, was closed after Southend-on-Sea City ...

Railway trains operating on Southend Pier will be out of action for nearly a month so essential maintenance work can be carried out, the local council has said. The carriages take tourists up and down ...

Train passengers had to make a safe and quick exit after a pier service struck the buffers in Essex. Southend Pier Railway services were halted on Sunday after a train was damaged in an incident at ...

Adorable seals have been delighting walkers on Southend Pier this winter, with pictures showing the friendly visitors pop up ...

With the summer season upon us, Southend Pier has announced its extended summer opening hours. The landmark attraction has seen its opening hours extended to allow more time for family fun in the sun.

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Southend-on-Sea is a vibrant waterfront destination on the Essex coast boasting a world-famous pier that was recently voted the best in Britain in a study carried out by the Telegraph. Its easy access ...

12:00, Mon, Apr 28, 2025 Updated: 12:01, Mon, Apr 28, 2025 A famous UK seaside town’s pier has been named the best in the UK. Southend Pier in Essex, which opened in 1830, has topped The Telegraph’s ...

With golden sands, the world's longest pleasure pier, and the UK's 'best' free theme park - it's hard to believe this stunning seaside city was once part of the London Underground. For 29 glorious ...