The Cliffs Pavilion

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About

Work began on the Southend-on-Sea theatre back in the 1930s. World War II stopped the building work and the theatre had its grand opening almost 30 years later in 1964.

The venue closed in 1991 to construct the foyer bar and balcony. Since its reopening in 1992, The Cliffs Pavilion has established itself as one of the South East’s leading live entertainment venues, welcoming thousands of customers every year. The theatre’s comfortable auditorium seats up to 1657. It occupies an unrivalled position on the cliffs overlooking the Thames Estuary in Westcliff-on-sea.

Our eclectic programme includes West End musicals, classical concerts, top-named vocalists, comedians, children’s shows, pantomime and even rock concerts. Our annual pantomime has seen stars such as Rylan, Bradley Walsh, Judge Rinder and Stacey Solomon playing to full houses.

The Cliffs café bar is open to all every day and has stunning views across the river. It serves light lunches, cakes and snacks and is open before every performance.

In addition to the main auditorium, the Cliffs Pavilion has two other rooms that can be used for events, the Admiral’s Room and the Maritime Room situated on the lower ground floor. The Maritime Room hosts its own programme of great live events such as a regular comedy club, a pie and mash quiz and a jazz club. Both rooms can be hired for weddings, wakes, parties or conferences and business functions.

There is good access to the building with flat floor entry and a customer lift. There are accessible toilets, wheelchairs for hire and an induction hearing loop.

Some staff are trained in BSL, sight guide, Neurodiversity Awareness and communicating effectively with people living with dementia.

Please see our visual story here.

In 2024 a major refurbishment began which will see a new restaurant and improved facilities at the Cliffs Pavilion.

Visit the website for more information

Access Information

General

Additional detailed accessibility information:

Assistive listening system - There is an assistive listening system available e.g. a hearing loop.

Changing Places toilet - There is a Changing Places toilet, which includes an adult size changing bench, toilet, sink and hoist.

Disability awareness / equality training - Disability awareness / equality training is provided for staff.

Emergency alarm with flashing lights - There is an emergency alarm with flashing lights, to alert deaf guests to a fire or other emergency scenario.

Lift - There are lift(s) available. An evacuation chair should also be available in case of emergency.

Map / floorplan showing accessibility facilities - A map or floorplan showing accessibility facilities is available.

Seating at regular intervals - Seating is available at regular intervals.

Step-free access to all or most areas - There is step-free access to all or most areas. This may include access by ramp or lift. As a minimum, there is step-free access to an accessible toilet and at least one food and beverage outlet, where available.

Step-free entrance - There is step-free access at the main entrance or an alternative entrance. This may be via a ramp or lift.

Wheelchair-accessible toilet in public areas - A designated accessible toilet designed for wheelchair users, and others with visible and non-visible accessibility requirements, is available within the main public areas.

Wheelchair-accessible viewing area - A wheelchair-accessible viewing area with step-free access is available providing an optimal vantage-point to view performances, presentations or activities.

Parking

Designated accessible parking is available within 50 metres of the main entrance or an alternative step-free entrance if applicable.

Step-free route with firm surface from car park to entrance - There is a step-free route with a firm surface from the parking to the main entrance or an alternative step-free entrance.

Food and Drink

Table service as standard or on request - Table service is available as standard or on request.

Wheelchair-accessible food and beverage outlet - There is at least one wheelchair-accessible food and beverage outlet on site.

This information is self-assessed; therefore we accept no liability for its accuracy. Please contact the venue for further information.

Facilities

Accessibility - Food and Drink

Table service as standard or on request - Table service is available as standard or on request.
Wheelchair-accessible food and beverage outlet - There is at least one wheelchair-accessible food and beverage outlet on site.

Accessibility - General

Additional detailed accessibility information:
Assistive listening system - There is an assistive listening system available e.g. a hearing loop.
Changing Places toilet - There is a Changing Places toilet, which includes an adult size changing bench, toilet, sink and hoist.
Disability awareness / equality training - Disability awareness / equality training is provided for staff.
Emergency alarm with flashing lights - There is an emergency alarm with flashing lights, to alert deaf guests to a fire or other emergency scenario.
Lift - There are lift(s) available. An evacuation chair should also be available in case of emergency.
Map / floorplan showing accessibility facilities - A map or floorplan showing accessibility facilities is available.
Seating at regular intervals - Seating is available at regular intervals.
Step-free access to all or most areas - There is step-free access to all or most areas. This may include access by ramp or lift. As a minimum, there is step-free access to an accessible toilet and at least one food and beverage outlet, where available.
Step-free entrance - There is step-free access at the main entrance or an alternative entrance. This may be via a ramp or lift.
Wheelchair-accessible toilet in public areas - A designated accessible toilet designed for wheelchair users, and others with visible and non-visible accessibility requirements, is available within the main public areas.
Wheelchair-accessible viewing area - A wheelchair-accessible viewing area with step-free access is available providing an optimal vantage-point to view performances, presentations or activities.

Accessibility - Parking

Designated accessible parking is available within 50 metres of the main entrance or an alternative step-free entrance if applicable.
Step-free route with firm surface from car park to entrance - There is a step-free route with a firm surface from the parking to the main entrance or an alternative step-free entrance.

Catering

On-Site cafe/restaurant/catering

Children & Infants

Baby changing facilities

Establishment Features

Dogs Accepted
Toilets
Wireless internet (WiFi) connection available

Key Features

Non smoking establishment

Parking & Transport

Off site parking
Parking (charge) - You can pay for parking on your phone using parking apps. One is Ringo and one is Mobon

Map & Directions

Map Link

Click here to view map

Road Directions

Travel by Car

Located on Station Road, The Cliffs Pavilion has a Pay & Display car park on-site. Parking Fees apply.

Payment may be made at one of two Pay & Display machines (located in our slip road at the front of the building and in our car park below the building) either by cash or credit card. You can also pay for parking on your phone using the parking apps. One is Ringo, and one is mobon

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Public Transport Directions

Travel by Bus

A bus stop is located directly outside the main entrance of the Cliffs Pavilion. The bus timetable can be found here. This service does not run in the evening. A bus service does run along the London Road to the Cricketers Pub which is then a 15 minute walk away.

Travel by Train

Southend is served by two mainline rail services, the Cliffs Pavilion is a 10 minute walk away from the C2C (Westcliff Station) and 20 minute walk away the Greater Anglia (Southend Victoria Station).

Opening Times

Season (1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025)
Day	Times
Monday - Sunday	10:00	- 16:00

Further Information

Accessibility | The Cliffs Pavilion

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