Southend Pier newest attraction ahead of weekend party

The Wacky Walk of Mirrors have been added to the 1.33-mile landmark which features classic fun house mirrors which distorts reflections - perfect for a fun family selfie.

This attraction has been unveiled just in time for the weekend of live music and cocktails at the world's longest pleasure pier's Summer Party Part II.

Fun - the Wacky Walk of Mirrors was unveiled today (Image: Southend Pier and Railway)

Running from 12pm on both Saturday and Sunday, the event will feature live music, DJs and a cocktail bar.

Saturday will see performances from Tuppenny Bunters, The Beatniks, and The Record Department with DJ Daryl Easlea.

Unveiled - it has been unveiled ahead of the summer pier party (Image: Southend Pier and Railway)

Sunday will feature stripped back acoustic vibes from The Chris Robson Band, The Daisy Bowlers, The Dusty Peddlers and more from The Record Department with DJ Daryl Easlea.

The event is free but the usual pier admission prices apply.

It comes as part of the council’s ambition to hold a minimum of six major events across the city each year and at least 20 weeks’ worth of events on the pier each year.