Location: Southend-on-Sea
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What to do and see in Southend-on-Sea, England: The Best Hidden Gems Things to do
Southend-on-Sea (/ˈsaʊθɛnd ɒn ˈsiː/ ( listen)), commonly referred to as simply Southend, is a town and wider unitary authority area with borough status in southeastern Essex, England. It lies on the north side of the Thames Estuary, 40 miles (64 km) east of central London. It is bordered to the north by Rochford and to the west by Castle Point. It is home to the longest leisure pier in the world, Southend Pier. London Southend Airport is located 1.5 NM (2.8 km; 1.7 mi) north of the town centre.
Restaurants in Southend-on-Sea
1. Discovery Seal Trips
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5.0 based on 62 reviews
We are based at Essex Marina on Wallsea Island and offer trips into the Rivers Crouch & Roach to see the resident seals. Trips lasts approx. 2 hrs and we sail up to 3 times per day depending on tides and weather. We launch from Wallasea but also do pick-ups on the town jetty at Burnham-on-Crouch.Our trips take us around the RSPB reserve on Wallasea where a variety of birdlife can also be seen.
2. Escape Live Southend - Escape Rooms
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5.0 based on 1,174 reviews
Escape Live is an Escape Game for groups of 2-6 people located in Southend-On-Sea, the heart of Essex. You have 60 minutes to complete a mountain of puzzles and mysteries. The aim is simple, get out before it's too late. Proud to rated by TripAdvisor as the No.1 Fun Thing to Do in Essex.
Reviewed By Sylvia44500 - London, United Kingdom
Amber our game master was friendly and professional the game props and clues were great in the pirate room we escaped with 8mins to spare and had lots of fun kids and grown up all had their input we loved it and will be back! Thank you!
3. Hide and Shriek
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5.0 based on 143 reviews
Hide and Shriek is one of the UK's Scariest Attractions and Essex's No. 1 Scare Attraction - featuring a variety of Live Action Scare Experiences throughout the year! Brand New for 2017 - The Séance, discover Southend's Dark Paranormal History in an experience that combines 18th Century Techniques with Theme Park Technology. This is an encounter, that will seem all too real, testing your senses and bravery...
4. Hadleigh Castle
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4.5 based on 257 reviews
Reviewed By ForgotAboutMuntus - London, United Kingdom
We call this place Windy castle as there's always a breeze! One of our favourite places. Parking is a bit difficult so definitely recommend getting there early. The walk to the castle isn't too long and then the views when you get there are beautiful overlooking the estuary. The ruins are very atmospheric although its quite a challenge to stop children climbing on them! The Salvation Army Cafe by the carpark is brilliant with great views if you sit outside and very reasonable prices.
5. Astro City
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4.5 based on 43 reviews
Reviewed By Z2168NAmarkb
Public gaming only Friday evenings and Saturday afternoons when not half term and can get busy during these sessions but great value for money, only five pounds for three hours and all games free thereafter. Approximately fifty retro game cabinets and every old game you can think of. Also air hockey, pool table, food and drink available. Good way to spend three hours. Will be returning.
6. Barling Magna Wildlife Reserve
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4.5 based on 17 reviews
Reviewed By online32017 - Great Wakering, United Kingdom
It's certainly not big but what a little gem. Parking is limited which is probably quite fortunate. It was so tranquil, just what was needed. A gentle stroll with information about the local wildlife. We'll be back with a picnic.
