If you are looking for FREE family friendly things to do this summer head to Elmer Square in Southend-on-Sea.
Southend-on-Sea is famous for its coastline and big attractions. But there is also lots going on inside the city centre too.
Elmer Square in Southend-on-Sea city is home to Focal Point Gallery, University of Essex, Southend library and also a great childrens play area. The City Centre location also means it is close to plenty of restaurants, takeaways, grocery stores and shops.
This summer Elmer Square is hosting the annual Big Screen Summer Cinema!
Films have been chosen in collaboration with Southend Libraries annual summer reading challenge ‘Marvellous Makers’. Films to unleash children's imagination and creativity.
Outdoor film screenings are running on Saturdays in August at 3pm. Screenings are free, no booking necessary just drop in. Bring a blanket or something to sit on!
Where is Elmer Square Southend?
📍Elmer Avenue
Southend-on-Sea
SS1 1NS
What films are showing?
Saturday 3rd August 2024 - Cloudy with a chance of Meatballs
Saturday 10th August 2024 - Back to the Future
Saturday 17th August 2024 - Wall-E
Saturday 24th August 2024 - Wonka (2023)
Adventure Playground
The Forum Playground was newly built in July 2023. The playground has a beach/ship theme. There is a large ship with various climbs, poles and a slide. You can read more about this playground by visiting our post The Forum Playground.
🅿️ Parking - Where to park for Elmer Square
There are several car parks in town, Closest ones
South Essex College Car Park, SS1 (Britannia Parking)
Warrior Square Car Park, SS1 2NQ (Southend Council)
Clarence Road Car Park SS1 1BH (Southend Council)
If you are looking for more things to do in Southend, check out our Top 10 Playgrounds in Southend-on-Sea.
If you are specifically looking for playgrounds close to the beach in Southend, check out the Southend-on-Sea Beach Playground Guide. The Beach Playground Guide lists 7 beachside playgrounds in Southend. You can find out all the important information including parking in Southend, playground equipment and amenities.
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