Group Travel

With seven miles of bustling seafront, fantastic attractions and a wealth of history and culture to explore, Southend’s a great destination for groups.

If it’s a fun-packed day at the beach you’re after then you’ve come to the right place, but there’s so much more besides the seaside in Southend! With a whole host of family-friendly attractions, including the longest pleasure pier in the world, fascinating art galleries and museums, it’s the perfect place to bring that big group of family or friends.

Payment for coach parking can be made via Mobon or RingGo parking apps, Mobon web portal or by calling 01702 680 280 (phone line is for same day booking only).

• To make payment for parking on the day of your visit, use location code 602064. Same day parking costs £45

• To make a parking reservation at least one day before the day of your visit, use location code 602063. Paying in advance is at the discounted cost of £20

Further information about the Eastern Esplanade Car Park can be found here.

For further information or questions about your visit please email the Visitor Information Centre at VIC@southend.gov.uk.

Offers for Coach Drivers

Southend Pier & Railway | If you fancy a stroll (or a ride on the train) down the longest pleasure pier in the world, you can get free entry to Southend Pier. At 1.33 miles long it offers fantastic views of the town and Estuary. Just show your company ID at the Visitor Information Centre at the Pier entrance to gain free entry.