Out & about

This small playground is perfect for toddlers from toddler swings, climbing frames and a small merry go round. There are unique and interesting play equipment including a scoop pulley system and lots of educational interactive equipment including facial features and a clock.

Free Parking
No Toilets or cafe
Wheelchair Accessible

One of the largest green spaces in Essex, Hadleigh Park offers something for everyone including idyllic countryside, magnificent views over the Thames Estuary, important historical features and excellent cycling trails.

8am-dusk

The park is open every day.

Mountain Bike Trails
Kid's Play
Café
Bike hire
Bike shop
Lake... Read more

A local farm with the option to pick your own fruits. Check out the facebook page for more information and up to date opening times before visiting.

At Jetstream Tours, our unique river vessels allow you to see the
River Medway and Thames like never before. Our exciting range
of tours have something for everyone!

Take a voyage around the many wrecks and relics of World War 2 that
lay along our coastline. Explore the eerie Maunsell Forts on our Red
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At Just Ride Southend we provide inclusive cycling opportunities for people of all ages (0-97), faiths, abilities, and ethnic backgrounds to enjoy cycling in a safe and affordable traffic-free environment at Garon's athletics track.

All are assured of a warm inclusive welcome at our 3 weekly drop-in sessions, on a Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday morning from 10am till 12 noon. ... Read more

Leigh Library garden is nestled behind the stunning Southend Libraries Leigh Library building. It's a surprising green oasis in the hustle and bustle of Leigh High Street. It's home to a children's play area and lots of benches and picnic spots. Can you find the hidden sunken slide?

Facilities:
Picnic Area
Playground

A short distance from the hustle and bustle of Westcliff's Hamlet Court Road and beach is Milton Gardens. A vibrant green space, consisting of tennis courts, children's play areas, a colourful animal sculpture nature trail, artworks and beautiful mosaics designed and made by parents and children from the 'A Better Space' project. Become a nature detective and find all the animals around the park! A... Read more

It's not just the scenic walkways and picturesque pond that draws people to Priory Park, it also boasts four bowling greens, tennis and basketball courts, a green gym, formal gardens and the stunning Prittlewell Priory, a 12th century Clunaic Monastery.

The park is also home to Southend's eyecatching bandstand where local musicians and bands play every weekend throughout the summer.... Read more

The play area in Shoebury Common North is an inclusive space and includes, swings, slides multi play units and other great play equipment.


Parking Charges
Up to 1 hour £1.10

Up to 2 hours £2.20

Up to 3 Hours £3.30

Up to 4 hours £4.40

Up to 5 Hours £5.50

Up to 6 hours... Read more

Shoebury Park stretches across 20 acres / 8 hectares and is home to a whole host of facilities, including a tennis court, football pitch, basketball court, cricket pitch and, a bowling green.

Other facilities include a BMX trail track, skateboard facility, fishing lake, and a fun children's playground. Ornamental gardens surround the park's beautiful lake and wildflower meadow. It's... Read more