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Seaside Delights in two days

Seaside Delights in two days

Travel by train to the Essex Coast for a chilled short break in Southend-on-Sea.  In this itinerary, we have combined the traditional seaside experience with spa, boutique shops and themed escape rooms.


Day 1


Morning - Arrive in Leigh-on-Sea and breathe in lung-fulls of sea air as you wander along the beach. Pick up a memento of your trip in one of the independent boutiques and stores along the high street.

Afternoon - There's plenty of choice to grab a bite to eat in one of the independent cafes or, alternatively try some cockles and whelks at one of the fish bars along the seafront.

Next stop, Southend, only a short train ride away. Relax and unwind with a pre-booked treatment at Roslin Beach Hotel's Roslin Retreat Spa.  Enjoy a traditional fish and chip dinner at either The Three Shells or Sands restaurant before solving riddles at one of Escape Live’s themed breakout rooms.


Day 2


Morning - Time to explore this seaside town, home to the longest pleasure pier in the world where you can take the train to the end of the pier and walk back.  Check out Jamie and Jimmy's mock-up cafe at the end of the pier where numerous top-notch celebrities have visited them for a Friday Night Feast.  Back on dry land, stroll along the lovely beach with a Rossi ice cream or hot chocolate in hand.  Enjoy the thrilling rides at Adventure Island and don't miss Sealife Adventure, open every day, all year round, where you can marvel at beautiful creatures from the deepest ocean including sharks in an enormous walk-through tunnel tank. 

Afternoon - Take afternoon tea at the Park Inn Palace and soak up spectacular estuary views of the glittering sea over sandwiches, scones and cakes.


Accommodation


The Camelia is a boutique hotel with contemporary furnishings, free Wi-Fi and fabulous sea views. The full English breakfast will give you a great start to
the day.


* Please check opening times of all venues before visiting as they are subject
to change. Please quote Visit Essex when booking any of these venues.
 

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Product Information

  1. Camelia Hotel

    Southend

    Situated in a superb seaside position in Thorpe Bay with unrivalled views, the Camelia offers a happy mix of all that is best in hotels -an atmosphere of genuine friendliness, a keen appreciation of what really makes for an enjoyable stay.

  2. Roslin Beach Hotel

    Thorpe Bay, Southend

    Relax in style in one of the contemporary and elegant 37 rooms, or treat yourself by choosing one of our luxurious suites or an individually designed executive room.

  3. The Three Shells Beach Café

    Western Esplanade

    The most popular family beach café on Southend Seafront on the award winning Three Shells beach!

  4. Sands by the Sea

    SOUTHEND-ON-SEA

    Heritage Fish and Chips at Sands by the Sea – the new look and taste of the nation’s favourite dish! Overlooking the Thames Estuary

  5. Adventure Inside

    Southend-on-Sea

    The Ultimate Indoor Play Centre

    Welcome to Adventure Inside, Southend’s No.1 Family Indoor Fun Centre. Home of big entertainment for all ages, whatever the weather!
    Massive Soft Play – Fun-tastic Rides – Great Prize Games... all under one big roof!

  6. Sealife Adventure

    Southend-on-Sea

    Sea Life Adventure Aquarium is the South-East’s premier aquatic attraction with over 40 unique displays featuring sea life from all over the world.

  7. Pier View Restaurant at Park Inn by Radisson Palace

    Southend-on-Sea

    Choose from a selection of accessible and locally themed food options and compliment your meal with a selection of beers, wines & beverages, whilst taking in the stunning Southend coastline views.

  8. Adventure Island

    Southend-on-Sea

    Adventure Island is the U.K's No.1 FREE ADMISSION Fun Park. Situated on Southend-on-Sea's famous seafront, we have over 40 fabulous rides and attractions including the outrageous RAGE roller coaster.

Itinerary Distances

FromToDistance * (metric)
Camelia Hotel (51.53027,0.74093)Roslin Beach Hotel (51.53029,0.74799)0.44
Roslin Beach Hotel (51.53029,0.74799)The Three Shells Beach Café (51.53322,0.71261)2.22
The Three Shells Beach Café (51.53322,0.71261)Sands by the Sea (51.53304,0.71332)0.05
Sands by the Sea (51.53304,0.71332)Adventure Inside (51.53309,0.71612)0.17
Adventure Inside (51.53309,0.71612)Sealife Adventure (51.53167,0.72611)0.64
Sealife Adventure (51.53167,0.72611)Pier View Restaurant at Park Inn by Radisson Palace (51.53384,0.71611)0.66
Pier View Restaurant at Park Inn by Radisson Palace (51.53384,0.71611)Adventure Island (51.53292,0.71662)0.1
Total Distance *4.28 miles
Estimated Journey Time8 minutes

* Approximate distance by road

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