The Mayflower - Southend-on-Sea

This charming pub and restaurant is located at the end of Leigh Creek and has won the Campaign for Real Ale award in 2014, 2015, and 2016. It is a fantastic local spot that is child-friendly, offering menus specially designed for kids under 12. In the front, you can grab some take away fish and chips or gelato, while the back houses the pub and restaurant. The outdoor area is a peaceful football-free zone, and there is free fast wifi available.

Traditional no frills pub with tasty fish chips and friendly approachable service. The name is tied to the Mayflower, the ship in which the Pilgrim Fathers made their voyage to America, which was either built or owned in Leigh. One wall lists the names of all who sailed on the Mayflower. The pub sits at the rear of the Mayflower Fish Chips and soft scoop ice cream parlor. The interior feels cozy due to the low ceiling and views of the Thames estuary. The outside area is cramped and not inviting. The haddock and chips £16.50) were perfectly cooked crispy, flakey, juicy and lightly seasoned. .

Always some good ales available and has a small deck outside. Has a proper deep fat fryer for excellent fish chips, eat in or takeaway. Parking can be a challenge on busy days.

A superb pub. Great choice of cask ale, decent fish and chips and friendly staff. Bert than a few other unnamed pubs that we popped into along this stretch

Always a nice visit when In the area. The fish and chips (I usually have Rock) are fantastic, with fresh, large portions. The cask ales are always well kept and are well priced. Friendly service and a nice traditional pub atmosphere.