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Monday 10:15am - 8pm Tuesday 10:15am - 8pm Wednesday 10:15am - 8pm Thursday 10:15am - 8pm Friday 10:15am - 8pm Saturday 10:15am - 8pm Sunday 10:15am - 8pm

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Southend Pier, the longest Pleasure Pier in the World and Pier of the Year 2023 Southend Pier has strict no smoking and dogs (except Guide dogs) policy.
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This is the official page for Southend-on-Sea Pier, managed by Southend-on-sea Borough Council. Wheelchairs with particularly slim wheels may be affected by the gaps between the deck boards, if customers are concerned they may borrow one of our on-site wheelchairs as a substitute

14/06/2026

⛵ READY, STEADY, SAIL ⛵

Did you know you can set sail from Southend Pier with Jetstream Tours? Experience real history afloat! The flagship vessel offers a comfortable way to take in remarkable stories on the water. 🚢

⚓ Experience the exciting Maunsell Forts (Red Sand Towers) Tour, Lunch in Queenborough, Kent and other day trip destinations!
⛴ Trips to and from Southend include pier entry with your boat ticket.

Find more info on our website 👇👇
www.southendpier.co.uk/whats-on

📷: Jetstream Tours

12/06/2026

🍹🌴 ON THE DECKS 🌴🍹

Our open‑air disco returns this Saturday 13 & Sunday 14 June, 1pm -7pm (weather dependent) and it’s bringing all the summer joy! ☀️

Enjoy feel‑good tunes from live DJs!

✨ Saturday | Adam Re*****on
✨ Sunday | Gino Muscat Soul on Sunday

See you On The Decks for ice‑cold cocktails, unbeatable estuary views, and those iconic colourful beach huts, for the ultimate seaside hangout 🕺🎵🍹

🌴 Usual pier admission charges apply
👉 www.southendpier.co.uk/whats-on

06/06/2026

PIER HISTORY FANS 🙌

Stop by Southend Pier Museum to take a pier‑fect trip down memory lane!

Climb aboard the charming old train carriages, test your skills in the working signal box simulator, or try your luck on the ‘just‑for‑fun’ old penny slot machines 🚃🎉

📅 Currently open weekends & bank holidays (volunteer availability permitting)
🕚 11am-5pm
🎟️ FREE entry but donations are very welcome
👉 www.southendpier.co.uk/concessions/the-pier-museum

04/06/2026

📣 NEW DATE ANNOUNCED 📣

Don't miss The London Shipwreck Project 'Walk & Talk' returning for the third time this Sunday 19 July!

Join volunteer diver Steven Ellis and The London Shipwreck Project team for a fascinating walk along the length of Southend Pier and discover the story of the London wreck. The first two events SOLD OUT, so book early to secure your place.

📅 Sunday 19 July
🎫 Pre-bookable tickets: £10 pp (plus booking fee)
ℹ️ Please Note: Tickets for the pier are not included in the price. Optional return train also at additional cost.

All money raised will support the volunteer dive team and their efforts to Save The London.

Find more info 👉 www.southendpier.co.uk/whats-on

Nautical Archaeology Society

01/06/2026

ℹ️ VISITOR NOTICE ℹ️

Please be advised that there will be no train service on Southend Pier Railway until 12 noon on Wednesday 3 June.

The pier walkway will be open as usual from 10:15am.

Remember to visit our website to plan your next trip!
👉 www.southendpier.co.uk 🌊

29/05/2026

☀️ ON THE DECKS IS BACK ☀️

Our open‑air disco returns this Saturday 30 May and Sunday 31 May, 1pm – 7pm (weather dependent) and it’s bringing all the summer joy! 🍹🌴

Feel‑good tunes on Saturday from live DJs ‘The Disco Dream Team’, and DJ Greg Barker all day Sunday 🎶✨ ice‑cold cocktails, unbeatable estuary views, and those iconic colourful beach huts… it’s the ultimate seaside hangout 🍸🌊🍹

Whether you’re catching up with friends, spending time with family, or simply watching the world drift by, there’s nowhere quite like it. The beach hut bar is open and fully stocked with refreshing cocktails and cold drinks.

📅 Saturday 30 May, Sunday 31 May
🕐 1pm - 7pm
🌴 Usual pier admission charges apply

See you On The Decks! 🕺 👉 www.southendpier.co.uk/whats-on

23/05/2026

🌴☀️🍹 ON THE DECKS IS BACK… 🍹☀️🌴
.. And it's a bank holiday vibe!

We’re kicking things off again this Sunday & Monday afternoon at the end of the pier - and it’s set to be all sunshine, sounds, and seriously good vibes 😎

🍹 Bar open all afternoon - cocktails, beers, wine, cider & soft drinks
🎶 Live DJs bringing the beats from afternoon into the evening
🌊 Epic estuary views + beach huts, bunting & palm trees = summer mode unlocked

Round up your crew, grab a drink, and dance (or just chill!) at the end of the longest pleasure pier in the world… because this is where summer really starts 💃🌅

✔️ Usual pier admission applies
✨ See you On the Decks

Plan your visit 👉 www.southendpier.co.uk

22/05/2026

Bank Holiday Weekend Loading… ⌛

The Southend sunshine has arrived 🙌 Just in time for the bank holiday weekend! 😎

The forecast is serving up a mini heatwave, and we know the perfect way to cool down, with a delicious ice cream (or two) and that unbeatable breeze drifting in. 🍦🍨

📆 We’re open daily
🕙 10:15am - 8pm (last entrance is 1 hour before closing)

Whether you're strolling, sun seeking, or simply escaping for a half term treat, it’s the pier-fect time for a visit. We can't wait to 'sea' you all soon 👉 www.southendpier.co.uk

18/05/2026

🌊🕙 NEW OPENING HOURS 🕑🌊

Our new summer opening hours start from today 😎

📅 Open daily 🙌
⏰ 10:15am - 8pm (last entrance is 1 hour before closing)

Get that summer feeling with a pier-fect visit to the world’s longest pleasure pier! Sorry, we can't guarantee the sunny weather!
👇👇
www.southendpier.co.uk

15/05/2026

PLAN YOUR VISIT 🌊

Are you ready for your next Southend Pier stroll? Experience the ever changing estuary views and that feeling of being a tiny bit closer to the horizon. 😎

We can't wait to 'sea' you soon! 👇👇
www.southendpier.co.uk

Address

Western Esplanade
Southend-on-Sea
SS11EE

Opening Hours

Monday	10:15am - 8pm
Tuesday	10:15am - 8pm
Wednesday	10:15am - 8pm
Thursday	10:15am - 8pm
Friday	10:15am - 8pm
Saturday	10:15am - 8pm
Sunday	10:15am - 8pm

Telephone

+441702212534

Website

http://www.southendpier.co.uk/

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