New Year Fireworks - Leigh-on-Sea

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Leigh On Sea News: New Year Fireworks – SOUTHEND is set to sparkle with the city’s first-ever New Year’s Eve seafront fireworks displays.

New Year Fireworks - SOUTHEND is set to sparkle with the city’s first-ever New Year’s Eve seafront fireworks displays.

SOUTHEND is set to sparkle with the city’s first-ever New Year’s Eve seafront fireworks displays.

Two free displays will take place on Tuesday December 31, 2024, offering residents and visitors sparkling opportunity to welcome in 2025.

The displays, launched from a barge to the east of Southend Pier, will be visible all along the seafront, but City Beach is the prime spot to watch the display.

A family-friendly display with take place at 6pm, perfect for children and early-night revellers. The midnight fireworks will see Southend shine as the clock strikes twelve.

Both displays are the result of an initiative of the Southend Tourism Partnership, with support from Kingpins Southend, Atlantic Pacific, Royals Shopping Centre, Roslin Beach Hotel, and Southend City Council.

Nick Singer, Director of Kingpins Southend, said: “We’re thrilled to support Southend’s first-ever New Year’s Eve fireworks. Whether you’re here for the family-friendly show or counting down to midnight, it’s set to be a fantastic night for everyone.”

Coun Matt Dent, Cabinet Member for Culture, Tourism, and Business, added: “Southend is a city that loves to celebrate, and this exciting addition to our events calendar is another way we’re making Southend a premier destination for residents and visitors alike.

“The fireworks displays promise to be a great experience, and I encourage everyone to come along and help us ring in the New Year in spectacular fashion.”

For more information about the New Year’s Eve fireworks and other Southend events, visit www.visitsouthend.co.uk.

Picture: The seafront lit up. Pic Visit Southend

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