Visit Southend has announced the city's Pier Hill lift is out of action.

The lift from the High Street to the seafront is out of action with alternative step-free access available via Pier Hill.

It is unclear why the lift is out of action.

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A Visit Southend spokesman said: "If you're planning on visiting the seafront, why not avoid the hill and park in one of our seafront parking areas?"

For more information visit the official destination website's "getting here" guide here.