Kids’ and family clubs in Southend-on-Sea

Stay-and-play sessions and children’s groups where you stay with your child rather than dropping them off – so they work for meeting other parents too. Most are free or ask only a small donation, and several run right through the school holidays.

6 clubs and groups listed · last updated 7 August 2026

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Southend Family Centres

Free family sessions right across Southend, including summer-holiday groups for little ones and their parents. Friendly staff and families.

Southend Central Under 18s, 35–60 Various days
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Victoria Centre Kids’ Club

A free kids’ club every Thursday through August, 11am–3pm – and grown-ups are welcome to join the fun.

Southend Central Under 18s Thursdays
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Trinity Family Club

A lovely, friendly family club on Tuesday afternoons where adults stay with their children.

Westcliff-on-Sea Under 18s, 35–60 Tuesdays
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Legoclub Leigh

A warm, all-ages community group – Lego, Duplo, Megablocks and crafts, with parents and carers staying throughout. Run on donations.

Leigh-on-Sea Under 18s, 35–60 Various days
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Ferndale “Everyone is Welcome” Club

A Tuesday-morning drop-in at Ferndale Baptist Church for all ages, with a small £1.50 per-family donation.

Southend Central All ages Tuesdays
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The Hang Out Venue

A relaxed family stay-and-play for ages 0–18 – activities for the children while parents unwind with a cup of tea. Opposite Sainsbury’s in Southend.

Southend Central Under 18s, 35–60 Various days
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