Southend Pier, In addition to being the historical symbol of the town, Southend Pier has the record for being the longest leisure pier in the world. Because it is 1.33 miles long, it has helped put Southend not just on the map but also in the record books.

After being created as a wooden pier of 600 feet (180 metres) in length and resting on oak piles in the beginning, it was eventually transformed into the iron pier that is there to this day. The pier is an attraction that visitors to Southend should not miss because it is steeped in history.

Visitors have the choice of riding the train or strolling along the walkway to get around the area. When you get to the pier head, you'll find that there's a lot to see and do there with great local hospitality for the visitor to enjoy.

While you enjoy your ice cream, you may get away from the noise and bustle of the crowded seafront and take in the breathtaking views of the Kent coastline instead. Why don't you give yourself a little reward and stop at one of the cafés or refreshment stores for a tasty treat? Did you know that, in addition to being a gift shop, the Pier also houses the Southend Lifeboat Station? At the ever-popular Lifeboat shop, you can get more information about the job that they do to save lives.

The Pier is a destination that the whole family will enjoy, whether you decide to walk there, ride the train, or do a mix of the two modes of transportation.