We are the Hike Essex Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
Brian R.
This is a linear walk (station to station) along the seafront, taking in the full length of Southend Pier. Please note that there is a fee of approximately £3 to walk the pier, and unfortunately dogs are not permitted.
Poppies on the Pier
As a poignant tribute for Remembrance Day, from 5 - 16 November 2025, Southend Pier will be transformed into the UK’s largest Remembrance art installation. From the shore to the pier head, the railings will be lined with over 60,000 hand-crafted knitted and crocheted poppies, donated by people from across the UK and around the world
Lunch : Please bring a packed lunch. We will stop at the Pier Head, where there is a bar, café, and toilet facilities available.
Meeting Point : We will meet outside the entrance of Shoeburyness Station
Finish Point : The walk will conclude at Old Leigh, where there are pubs, cafe's and fish n chip shops.
Parking : There is parking available at both stations
Shoeburyness Station Car Park - 54 High St, Southend-on-Sea SS3 9UD
Leigh-on-Sea Station Car Park - Leigh-on-Sea SS9 2ET
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