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🎯 SUNDAY FUNDAY? WE’VE GOT OPTIONS!Whether you're feeling full-throttle competitive, ready to chill outdoors, or fancy a...
20/04/2025

🎯 SUNDAY FUNDAY? WE’VE GOT OPTIONS!
Whether you're feeling full-throttle competitive, ready to chill outdoors, or fancy a bit of climbing, culture or classic seaside thrills — Southend delivers!

⚡ BOOM BATTLE BAR – Axe throwing, cocktails & chaos (the good kind)
🎳 Kingpins Bowl – Strike out boredom with bowling, arcades & bites
🧗 Indirock – Indoor climbing that kicks the gym into the past
🎢 Adventure Island – Seaside rides, screams & smiles for all ages
🌳 Friars Park – Green space to stretch your legs and slow things down
🎟️ Southend Pier Museum – Dive into pier history (and dodge any showers!)

🎉 Whatever your vibe, Southend’s got your Sunday sorted.
👇 Plan your perfect last Bank Holiday blast:
🔗 https://oraclepublications.co.uk/things-to-do/
🔗 https://oraclepublications.co.uk/venue-category/attractions/

🕹️🔐 ESCAPE, GOLF, MOVIES & MUNCHIES – INDOORS HAS NEVER BEEN THIS FUN!Rainy skies? Too much sun? Just need a change of p...
19/04/2025

🕹️🔐 ESCAPE, GOLF, MOVIES & MUNCHIES – INDOORS HAS NEVER BEEN THIS FUN!

Rainy skies? Too much sun? Just need a change of pace?
Southend’s got you covered with indoor adventures for grown-ups, families, and groups looking for something a little different this Easter break! 👇

🧩 Escape Rooms
• Escape Southend – crack codes & race the clock
• Escape Live – team up for a high-stakes mission

⛳ Golf.One
• Tee off virtually at world-class courses – no passport needed

🎮 Astro City Retro Arcade
• 80s and 90s classics meet modern gaming mayhem

🎥 ODEON Southend
• 8 screens, RealD 3D, blockbusters and family flicks

🍽️ Refuel in Style
• The Inn at Belfairs – woodland views & Sunday roasts
• Patisserie Valerie – because cake is always a good idea 🍰

👇 Plan your perfect indoor day out:
🔗 https://oraclepublications.co.uk/things-to-do/
🔗 https://oraclepublications.co.uk/venue-category/rainydays/

🐾 PAWSOME BANK HOLIDAY PLANS? WE’VE GOT YOU!This Easter weekend, bring your four-legged bestie along for the fun – becau...
18/04/2025

🐾 PAWSOME BANK HOLIDAY PLANS? WE’VE GOT YOU!

This Easter weekend, bring your four-legged bestie along for the fun – because Southend is FULL of dog-friendly places to explore! 🦴🐶

🌳 Chill out in green gems like:
• Bournes Green Park – perfect for zoomies and fresh air
• Friars Park & Oakwood Park – peaceful walks under shady trees
• Cavendish Sports Ground – space to run, play, and chase tails

☕ Refuel with your pup in tow at:
• Scott’s Kitchen – garden centre café bliss 🪴
• Utopia Coffee Lounge – quirky, cosy, and cool
• Tides of Chalkwell – sea breeze, coffee, and dog treats!

🍻 Or make it a social stop at:
• The Old Garrison – pints + pups = perfection
• Ye Olde Smack – historic charm with a dog bowl by your side

👇 Unleash your dog-friendly weekend adventure:
🔗 https://oraclepublications.co.uk/venue-category/dog-friendly-southend/

💸 NOT EVERYTHING HAS TO COST MONEY!You don’t need to spend a fortune to make magical memories this Bank Holiday ✨Southen...
17/04/2025

💸 NOT EVERYTHING HAS TO COST MONEY!
You don’t need to spend a fortune to make magical memories this Bank Holiday ✨
Southend’s packed with brilliant FREE things to do – and we’ve rounded them all up for you!

🌳 Walks with jaw-dropping views
🎨 Galleries and exhibitions that won’t cost a penny
🐚 Beachcombing, nature trails, and quirky landmarks
🛝 Outdoor spaces where kids can run wild – for zero £££

👛 Keep your wallet zipped and still have a weekend to remember!

👇 Check out the best totally free days out in Southend:
🔗 https://oraclepublications.co.uk/venue-category/free/

🔍🎷 DISCOVER SOUTHEND’S HIDDEN MUSEUM GEMS!Looking for something totally different this Easter holiday?Forget the usual –...
16/04/2025

🔍🎷 DISCOVER SOUTHEND’S HIDDEN MUSEUM GEMS!

Looking for something totally different this Easter holiday?
Forget the usual – and uncover some of the most fascinating, family-friendly museums in Southend and beyond! 🏛️✨

👣 Foulness Heritage Centre – Dive into island life, archaeology, and rural history from inside a former village school.

🛠️ Leigh Heritage Centre – A trip back in time in the Old Town’s blacksmith’s workshop.

🏰 Rayleigh Town Museum – Step into the past at one of Rayleigh’s oldest high street buildings.

🌬️ Rayleigh Windmill – Historic charm, epic views, and quirky exhibits all in one.
🚉 Southend Pier Museum – Discover the rise (and splashy moments) of the world’s longest pleasure pier!

🎺 The Jazz Centre UK – From records to legends, it’s music history in motion inside the Beecroft Centre.

🧠 Fun, educational, and ideal for a rain-or-shine day out with the kids or gran.

👇 Explore them all here:
🔗 https://oraclepublications.co.uk/venue-category/museums/

🚨 FINAL CALL – COMPETITION ENDS TO 🚨Don’t miss your chance to win a stylish afternoon out at Southend’s hottest new ven...
16/04/2025

🚨 FINAL CALL – COMPETITION ENDS TO 🚨

Don’t miss your chance to win a stylish afternoon out at Southend’s hottest new venue – Rhythm & Roast! 🎶🍽️

Enjoy live music, mouth-watering food, and an unforgettable vibe – all on us!

🕛 Entries close at midnight on 17th April, so be quick!

👉 Enter here: https://oraclepublications.co.uk/competitions/win-a-stylish-afternoon-out-at-rhythm-roast/

Tag who you’d take with you for a fab afternoon out 💃🕺

🎢🌞 Bank Holiday Family Fun Starts on Southend Seafront!This Tuesday, let’s talk kids, thrills, and non-stop fun!📍 Southe...
15/04/2025

🎢🌞 Bank Holiday Family Fun Starts on Southend Seafront!

This Tuesday, let’s talk kids, thrills, and non-stop fun!

📍 Southend’s seafront is THE place to be this Easter break!

✨ Adventure Island – unlimited ride wristbands = unlimited smiles
🎯 Arcades – classic games, big laughs, and sweet prize hauls
🍭 Candy floss skies & chip shop dreams – you know the vibes
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Perfect for families looking to make memories that stick

👇 Your seaside adventure starts here:
🔗 https://oraclepublications.co.uk/things-to-do/
🎡 Or go straight to the action:
🔗 https://oraclepublications.co.uk/venue-category/attractions/

🎬 Taken from last month’s Oracle… can you guess the movie?A group of misfits in Dublin form a band, chasing soul music s...
15/04/2025

🎬 Taken from last month’s Oracle… can you guess the movie?
A group of misfits in Dublin form a band, chasing soul music stardom – if they don’t tear each other apart first…

💭 Think you know the film? Drop your answer in the comments 👇
📢 We'll post the answer soon – or check it here if you can't wait:
👉 https://oraclepublications.co.uk/brainbox/brainbox-march-2025-solutions/

🍫✨ ZINGY If you're in the mood for something a little different (and a lot delicious), you've got to try this Chocolate...
15/04/2025

🍫✨ ZINGY

If you're in the mood for something a little different (and a lot delicious), you've got to try this Chocolate and Lime Cake! 🍰

Rich, velvety chocolate meets the refreshing zing of lime in this showstopper of a bake – perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to something special. Easy to follow, utterly irresistible. 😋

🧁 Get the full recipe here 👉 https://oraclepublications.co.uk/recipes/chocolate-and-lime-cake/

🎢 Countdown to Fun Starts NOW!Bank Holiday weekend is on the horizon — and we’ve got thrills, giggles, and classic seasi...
14/04/2025

🎢 Countdown to Fun Starts NOW!

Bank Holiday weekend is on the horizon — and we’ve got thrills, giggles, and classic seaside fun ready and waiting!

From Adventure Island’s scream-worthy rides to arcade showdowns and candy floss skies, Southend’s got it all.

👇 Check out all the fun stuff to do this weekend:
🔗 https://oraclepublications.co.uk/things-to-do/

🌸 The April Issue is Here – Let’s Talk Local! 🌸April brings fresh starts and new conversations – and our latest edition ...
03/04/2025

🌸 The April Issue is Here – Let’s Talk Local! 🌸

April brings fresh starts and new conversations – and our latest edition of Oracle Magazine is full of both.

🛑 Waterwatch UK is calling on residents to take a stand and help hold water companies and authorities accountable for protecting our precious waterways – an issue we’ve been proudly following and supporting.

📣 Peter Lovett, Chair of Shoebury Residents Association, shares his views on local trust in our Council. From Shoebury’s ongoing flooding and sewage issues to parking charges, housing promises, and building on flood plains – his voice adds fuel to vital community discussions.

🎶 This month’s competition? It’s a beauty. Win a chance to Dine in Style at the Maritime Room’s Rhythm and Roast – a Sunday afternoon (27 April, noon) of live music and a 3-course meal for four adults. The amazing Sorka Fay will be performing classics from Nina Simone to Taylor Swift 🎤✨

🧡 Prize worth £180 – don’t miss out! 🎟 Enter by 30 April here:
👉 oraclepublications.co.uk

Read the full issue online now:
👉 https://oraclepublications.co.uk/latest-issue/oracle-april-2025-issue/

Thanks as always for being part of the local conversation. We’d love to hear your thoughts 👇

🎉 WIN a Stylish Afternoon Out at Rhythm & Roast – LIVE at Cliffs Pavilion! 🎉Looking for a great way to spend a Saturday ...
03/04/2025

🎉 WIN a Stylish Afternoon Out at Rhythm & Roast – LIVE at Cliffs Pavilion! 🎉

Looking for a great way to spend a Saturday afternoon? How about live music, a delicious roast, and stunning views at Southend’s iconic Cliffs Pavilion? 🎷🍽️🌊

We’re giving away tickets to Rhythm & Roast on Sunday 27 April – where you’ll enjoy:

✨ A tasty 2-course roast lunch
🎶 Feel-good live jazz, soul, swing & Motown
🍸 A relaxed, stylish atmosphere
🏛️ All set in the beautiful Maritime Room at Cliffs Pavilion

Whether it’s a treat for yourself, a mate, a partner, or family – it’s the perfect afternoon out! 💬🎶

👉 Enter here for your chance to WIN:
https://oraclepublications.co.uk/competitions/win-a-stylish-afternoon-out-at-rhythm-roast

💷 Worth £180 | 🍷 Over 18s only
📍 The Maritime Room, Cliffs Pavilion, Southend
📅 Sunday 27 April 2025 | 12 noon – 3.30pm

Tag someone you'd love to take with you and make an afternoon of it! 🥂

03/04/2025

Southend Pier and Railway has officially been voted the number one icon in Essex for 2025, topping Visit Essex’s prestigious “Top 50 Icons of Essex” list.

28/03/2025

Strictly stars Dianne Buswell and Vito Coppola are bringing their sizzling new show Red Hot and Ready to Southend’s Cliffs Pavilion this June.

🚗 Changes to Southend Parking Charges – What You Need to Know!Big changes are coming to Southend’s parking from 1st Apri...
27/03/2025

🚗 Changes to Southend Parking Charges – What You Need to Know!
Big changes are coming to Southend’s parking from 1st April 2025 – and it's mostly good news! 📢

✅ Evening parking capped at £5 (6pm-9pm) – down from £9!
✅ New winter tariff introduced for November to January in the central seafront area.
✅ All-day parking price caps:
🔹 Zone 1A (seafront): £20 (was £25)
🔹 Zone 1B: £17 (was £25)
🔹 All other zones: £10
✅ Southend Pass frozen at £12.50/month or £125/year – still an absolute bargain at just 34p per day!

👷‍♂️ Tradesperson’s Permit now available – £60/month or £600/year, giving access to resident-only zones, on-street bays, and council car parks. Perfect for electricians, plumbers & builders who need easy parking across the city!

These changes aim to make parking fairer, more efficient, and affordable while balancing the city's financial needs. 🚙💨

What do you think? Good move or not enough? Let us know in the comments! 👇

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🔥 Don’t Miss Out on This Incredible Prize! 🔥Fancy a facial that’s been loved by A-listers like Demi Moore, Gwyneth Paltr...
27/03/2025

🔥 Don’t Miss Out on This Incredible Prize! 🔥

Fancy a facial that’s been loved by A-listers like Demi Moore, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Halle Berry? You could win a luxurious Fire & Ice Facial worth £120 at the stunning Dr Chloé Aesthetics in Leigh-on-Sea! 💆‍♀️✨

This isn’t just any facial – it’s the Hollywood “Red Carpet Facial”, designed to brighten, tighten, and leave your skin glowing. Perfect before a big event or just for that VIP treatment you deserve!

🎁 Competition ends March 31, 2025 – don’t let this one slip by!

Best time of the month! Both editions of April Oracle have gone to print and will be delivered by all our wonderful deli...
27/03/2025

Best time of the month!
Both editions of April Oracle have gone to print and will be delivered by all our wonderful deliverers next weekend.
See a sneaky preview via our website on Tuesday, when the magazines will be uploaded.
Watch out for another great Oracle competition this month!


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Craving a quick and delicious meal? Try these Singapore Noodles with Prawns—a lighter version that's ready in just 15 mi...
25/03/2025

Craving a quick and delicious meal? Try these Singapore Noodles with Prawns—a lighter version that's ready in just 15 minutes! This dish combines succulent prawns with stir-fried noodles and fresh vegetables, all tossed in a flavorful sauce. Perfect for a speedy supper that doesn't compromise on taste.​

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