The Kursaal, Southend-on-Sea
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The Kursaal, Southend-on-Sea
Image: © Len Williams Taken: 27 Dec 2011
The Kursaal, opened in 1894, claims to be the world's oldest theme park. Following WW2 the Kursaal helped Southend become the day trip magnet for London pleasure seekers. The amusement park closed in 1986 and the attractions were relocated next to the pier.
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Image Location
Latitude
51.532788
Longitude
0.724278