Coach departs from Spalding at 8am, departs from Southend at 5.30pm

With the world's longest pleasure pier, a vibrant seafront, and plenty of beautiful beaches, there are plenty of fun things to do in Southend-on-Sea, whatever your taste! Southend on Sea is one of England's iconic seaside resort towns, and has been welcoming holiday makers since the 18th century! In Victorian times, it was a popular retreat for upmarket city types, to escape to and get away from it all. With traditional seaside entertainment along the promenade and pier, it's easy to see why it was popular. However, by the late 20th century, Southend seemed to have fallen on hard times and had lost a little of that seaside magic. Things are starting to change though! In recent years Southend has experienced a mini renaissance. It's now a bustling seaside town with some excellent restaurants and a thriving local arts scene. If you're looking for inspiration for what to do in Southend, look no further! It's time to reveal the best activities to make your visit a memorable one! Calling all thrill seekers!! Adventure Island is Southend-on-Sea's iconic theme park, complete with over 40 rides and attractions. You'll find a traditional Victorian helter-skelter, hair-raising rollercoasters, and everything in between. It's also located at the end of the iconic Southend pier, the longest pleasure pier in the world. This fabulous attraction stretches 2km into the estuary, with fabulous views over the water and coast. Don't worry - there's a train to take you back to dry land if you can't face the long walk. What to do in Southend when the sun is shining? Head for the sand! If there's one must-do activity while you're visiting Southend, it's spending a lazy afternoon at the beach. With an ice cream in your hand, a lovely view of the water and some blue skies, you'll have all the ingredients for a great day on the Essex coast! There's more to Southend than its beaches and restaurants - it's also home to some excellent museums. History buffs will love Prittlewell Priory, a restored 12th century abbey with pretty gardens. Meanwhile, the Southend Planetarium, located in the town's central museum, puts on fascinating presentations and tours of the night sky. Finally, the Beecroft Art Gallery is home to over 2,000 works of art, from world class 19th century artists, to artists from Southend itself.

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