Find Us & Opening Times

Right in the heart of Southend-on-Sea – easy to reach by foot, bus, train or car.

Stay & Play Opening Hours

Monday–Saturday: 10am–6pm
Sunday: 11am–5pm

We sometimes host private parties, sessions and community events, so please check availability before travelling.

Upcoming Changes

Tuesday 6 October – Walk-ins 10am–6pm
STRM Parent Support: 9.15am–11.15am

Saturday 17 October – Walk-ins 10am–6pm
Limited availability 12pm–2pm – advance booking recommended.

Sunday 18 October – Walk-ins 12.30pm–5pm
Parent Voice: 10am–12pm

Tuesday 20 October – Walk-ins 12.30pm–6pm
Southend Support Breastfeeding & Parent Support: 10am–12pm

Tuesday 27 October – Walk-ins 10am–3.30pm
Private party: 4pm–6pm

See below for Christmas 2026 and New Year 2027 opening hours.

Where to Find Us

The Hang Out Venue
Ground Floor
62 London Road
Southend-on-Sea
SS1 1PG

Telephone: 07852 191415
Email: info@thehangoutvenue.co.uk

We’re located in the heart of Southend, directly opposite the main Sainsbury’s, in an area that’s fast becoming the city’s restaurant quarter.

We’re just:

• 2 minutes’ walk from Southend High Street and The Victoria Shopping Centre
• 5 minutes’ walk from Southend Victoria train and bus stations, Beecroft Art Gallery, the Planetarium and museums
• 10 minutes’ walk from Southend Central train station and the City Library
• 15 minutes’ walk from Southend seafront and pier, the Victorian gardens, SEA LIFE Adventure and Adventure Island

Getting Here

By Train

We’re within easy walking distance of both of Southend’s main railway stations.

Southend Victoria – approximately 5 minutes’ walk
Southend Central – approximately 10 minutes’ walk

By Bus

The No. 1 and No. 28 buses are the nearest routes to The Hang Out Venue.

By Car & Parking

We don’t have our own on-site parking, but there are several paid parking options nearby.

Paid street parking is available close to the venue, with additional parking available at nearby car parks, including the University car park and Sainsbury’s car park.

Please check the individual car park’s current charges, restrictions and maximum stay before leaving your vehicle.

Accessibility & Families

We’ve designed The Hang Out Venue to make visiting with children and families as easy as possible.

We offer step-free access and are buggy friendly, with:

• Accessible toilets
• Baby-changing facilities
• Highchairs

If you have particular accessibility requirements or would like to check anything before your visit, please get in touch – we’re always happy to help.

Planning Your Visit?

Walk in and see us, or book ahead for guaranteed entrance.

We look forward to welcoming you to The Hang Out Venue.

I KNOW this is early but planting the seed as you start making plans for Christmas & New Year

Family time is precious and holidays can be quiet. Bank Holiday was really quiet. We will open between Christmas & New Year IF we have advance bookings. If we have no advance bookings we will take an extended break with our families as lots of other organisations do. 

If we see bookings coming in we will defo open. Book now to ensure your relaxed festive hangout.

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