Southend Pier and Train
Southend On Sea, Essex · ★ 4.4 · 10,329 visitor reviews
Southend On Sea, SS1 2EL
About
The visitor information centre on the pier is the place to start, being the place to book boat trips etc and having information on the immediate amenities. The Southend Pier Museum boasts an exciting range of vintage train and tram carriages plus pictorial memorabilia and period costumes. Fishing is permitted on the pier at the Stem or the Pier Head.
Pier Trains leave the shore end of the pier on the hour and half hour on a seasonal timetable. Special seasonal trips also take place throughout the year such as ghost trains and Santa on the Pier.
Good for: all ages, babies toddlers, older children, teenagers, young children
Categories
Facilities
- Onsite Parking
- Toilets
- Baby Changing
- Cafe
- Card Payments
- Accessible Entrance
- Contactless Payment
Prices
Opening times
Monday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 10:15 AM – 5:00 PM Thursday: 10:15 AM – 5:00 PM Friday: 10:15 AM – 5:00 PM Saturday: 10:15 AM – 5:00 PM Sunday: 10:15 AM – 5:00 PM
Common questions
Is Southend Pier free to visit?
There is an admission charge to walk on the pier or take the pier train. The visitor information centre is a good place to start for booking boat trips and getting information.
Does Southend Pier have a train?
Yes, pier trains run regularly from the shore end of the pier on the hour and half hour during the season. It is a fun way to travel the length of Britain's longest pleasure pier.
What are the opening hours for Southend Pier?
Southend Pier is open Wednesday to Sunday from 10:15 AM to 5:00 PM. It is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.
Does Southend Pier have baby changing facilities?
Yes, baby changing facilities are available at Southend Pier. There is also a cafe on site and toilets for visitor convenience.
Is Southend Pier suitable for families?
Yes, Southend Pier welcomes all ages from babies and toddlers to teenagers. The pier museum has vintage train carriages and memorabilia, and fishing is permitted at certain points.
What families say
10329 reviews