including cockles, prawns, shrimps and countless types of fish.

Overall, Southend-on-Sea is a great place for a day trip. It's full of attractions and, officially, takes 25 minutes to get to down the A127 from London. Soon it will be an even better one, as a team of skilled architects and designers are developing plans to improve the general layout and ornamentation of the town.

There's up to date local information available online, courtesy of Southend-on-Sea Borough Council