Southend-on-sea to Leigh-on-sea

Walk preview

Step 1: "The artist and author, Alice Stevenson has spent 2 yrs exploring Great Britain & is a champion of slow travel. This walk should be enjoyed at a leisurely pace - whatever the weather!" - Editor

Step 2: Leaving the station, make your way down the High Street towards the sea front.

Step 3: Turn left down pier hill to Marin Parade past the Casino.

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Southend City Heritage Trail
Southend-on-Sea
- 1hr 15m / 2km
- 51
Explore Southend's history. Visit Conservation Areas, Southend's oldest pub and garden, plus spot a listed monument or two.
Southend-on-Sea to Leigh-on-Sea
Southend-on-Sea City Centre, Southend-on-Sea
- 2 hours / 5.9km
- 41
A 4-mile jaunt along the coast from Southend Central to Leigh-on-Sea. An accessible beachside walk with fab views & lots of history.
A sea stroll 🌊
Southend-on-Sea, Essex
- 45 minutes / 2.5km
- 44
Take a walk through Southend Cliff Gardens and along the sea front.
Prittlewell Heritage Trail
Prittlewell Southend-on-Sea
- 1hr 30m / 2.5km
- 43
Discover Anglo-Saxon history, visit the historic Prittlewell Priory and enjoy lush green spaces on this heritage trail around Prittlewell.
Golden Heritage Trail
Southend-on-Sea
- 2hr 30m / 5.7km
- 14
Follow the 2002 Heritage Plaques through the city to discover historic architecture, green spaces and views.
Thames Toddles Chalkwell Walk
Leigh-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea
- 50 minutes / 3km
- 2
An audio-enhanced fun linear walk from Chalkwell with Sandy the Seal. A friendly guide who shares water safety tips for young families.