The Southend Planetarium is the only facility of it kind in the southeast, outside of London. The Planetarium provides a range of information and talks on astronomy and the night sky, these presentations give the opportunity to ask any questions you may have.

Want a great activity day out for you and your kids? Then look no further than Old Macdonalds Farm, Educational & Leisure Park near Brentwood in Essex. With British reared animals children can pet and feed them as well as learn about them, truly an experience for all.