Southend Pier’s railway service will be back in operation ahead of schedule following essential maintenance work that was expected to last until 4 April.
The pier railway service is set to resume from tomorrow morning (Saturday 29 March), just in time for what is expected to be a beautiful weekend.
The return to service is thanks to the dedication and hard work of the engineering team, whose relentless efforts ensured the essential maintenance was completed swiftly and efficiently.
Cllr Matt Dent, Cabinet Member for Culture, Tourism, and Business, said: "The early return of the pier railway service following essential maintenance is a fantastic achievement and a testament to the skill and dedication of our engineers who worked tirelessly to make this happen.
"We're incredibly grateful for their efforts. This work will help ensure a smooth and reliable service for the busy summer season."
Southend Pier railway is a 3 ft narrow gauge railway that runs for 1.25 miles along the length of Southend Pier, providing passenger transport from the shore to the pier head.
The train times are as follows:
- from the shore - on the hour and half hour
- from the pier head - quarter to and past the hour
For more information about Southend Pier and railway, visit the Southed Pier and railway website.