A NEW cultural venue is ready to open its doors in the vacant Pier Hill unit.
Southend Council and Focal Point Gallery announced the opening of Twenty One, a brand new cultural space at the heart of Southend’s famous seafront.
A launch event for the venue and inaugural exhibition ‘100% Southend’ will take place on Thursday , July 27 from 6pm.
The space has been developed to celebrate the vibrant creative community in Southend. The space will offer visitors to the seafront a gallery space with a café, patio, kitchen and seating areas. In the evening, the space will easily convert into a performance venue to showcase the range of artistic talent in the town.
The building will be incorporated with activities and events from Focal Point Gallery.
Ann Holland, councillor for culture, tourism and the economy, said: “It is fantastic news that Twenty One is opening in time for the busy summer months.
“The continued work that has been put in to the seafront and surrounding areas is our way of promoting the wonderful tourist opportunities available in Southend.
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