Southend has a surprise twin town across the Baltic Sea in Poland! Sopot, a resort town since the 19th century, shares some interesting features with our own seaside haven.
Both Southend and Sopot are popular summer destinations known for their beaches, pubs, and restaurants. They even share a love for historic piers!
Southend holds the title for the world's longest pleasure pier, while Sopot boasts the longest wooden pier in Europe, stretching an impressive 511.5 meters.
Adding to the intrigue, both towns have their own claim to fame with a crooked house! Southend's one is a beloved feature of local amusement park.
Sopot, nicknamed the "Polish Riviera."
Sopot is located between a large forest and the Gdansk Gulf. This offers a scenic setting for the town. Additionally, Warsaw, the capital of Poland, is just a two-hour train journey away for those who want to explore beyond the beach.
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