Southend Seaside Through Time

This fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which Southend on Sea has changed and developed over the last century.

Southend-on-Sea is known for its picturesque seafront and many attractions. Visitors can stroll along the world''s longest pleasure pier, or take the plunge at Adventure Island, one of the UK''s favourite theme parks. Southend is also home to a vibrant music scene and cultural life, with several museums and art galleries, and plays host to a variety of events and entertainment at the Cliffs Pavilion. Recent investment draws huge numbers of people to enjoy this busy seaside town. Michael Rouse takes the reader on an 8-mile trip along the seaside from the ancient fishing port of Leigh-on-Sea through fashionable Westcliff, the day tripper''s delight of Southend-on-Sea and then on to the quieter charms of Thorpe Bay and Shoeburyness, popular with lovers of the beach hut. This unique selection of old and new images and informative captions is essential reading for anybody who knows and loves this stretch of coast.