Southend Directions:
By Car
Take the M1 to the M25. From M25 take Junction 29 and follow the A127 to Southend. Continue towards the town centre, through the lights near to the Bell Pub. At the next roundabout turn right (3rd turning), continuing on the A127. The ground is on the right just past the next traffic lights. If you turn right as you reach the ground, this will put you behind the away end where there is plenty of street parking to be found. Otherwise there is a car park at the ground, behind the Main Stand which costs £5, or there is the Southend High School For Boys which also offers car parking for £5 per car (the school entrance is on Prittlewell Road). Southend is approximately 136 miles from Leicester
By Train
The closest station to the ground is Prittlewell, about a five minute walk away. It is served by trains from London Liverpool Street. As you exit the station turn right, you will then come to a crossroads with traffic lights. On your right is the 'Fish House', fish and chip shop. Pass this and turn right. Walk about 100 yards and the ground is tucked away on your left.
If you happen to end up at Southend Central station (served by trains from London Fenchurch Street), you're about a 25 minute walk from the ground. The main bus station is close to Southend Central, and therefore it may be ideal to get a bus up to the ground, rather than walking. The numbers 7, 8, 9, and 29 buses all stop right outside Roots Hall Football Ground…..
Last train back leaves at 20-36. Train takes approx 3hrs, cheap return costs £56-80 but you may be able to book two singles in advance at a cheaper price.
Where to Drink
'The Bell', a large Toby Carvery, which you pass on your way into Southend on the A127 is the closest pub which welcomes away fans. There is the Bar Victoria Court, which is located further down the A127 from Roots Hall towards Southend and the Plough on London Road which is about a 15 minute walk away. Walk past the Spread Eagle on your right and at the traffic lights turn right into West Road. The large chain pub that also serves food is at the bottom of this road at the junction with London Road. The town centre is around a 20 minute walk away, where there are plenty of pubs including a Wetherspoons outlet (the Last Post on Clifftown Road). There are also a number of bars along the seafront, which can be quite nice on a sunny Saturday afternoon'.
There is also a good fish and chip shop located across the road from the Blue Boar by the traffic lights, called the 'Fish House', which serves good food.
Where to stay?
If you are planning on visiting Southend for the weekend then supporters can receive a special discounted rate at the Thorpe Bay Premier Inn. Simply call 01702 583600 to book a room and state you are a football supporter to qualify for this special promotional offer.
Please check the cost and times of trains etc. All information is provided in good faith but the Foxes Trust cannot be held responsible for any errors.