Southend Supports Breastfeeding’s annual Picnic in the Park is BACK – Save the Date

Organised by: Southend Supports Breastfeeding

Date From: 7 August, 2026

Date To: 7 August, 2026

From: 11:00 am

To: 1:00 pm

Price: Free

Location: Priory Park, Victoria Avenue, Southend-on-Sea, SS2 6ND

Southend Supports Breastfeeding’s annual Picnic in the Park is BACK to celebrate World Breastfeeding Week this summer!

Join us for a FREE, relaxed, family-friendly celebration; connect with other families, share experiences and enjoy a special interactive multi-sensory music session with Hartbeeps!

When: Friday 7th August | 11:00 – 13:00
Where: Priory Park, Victoria Avenue, Southend-on-Sea, SS2 6ND
Exact Spot: On the green behind the Priory Museum, in front of the walled garden
Cost: FREE!

Event Highlights:
Hartbeeps Session: Interactive music and movement for babies and toddlers
Sensory play trays and outdoor games provided by Cake Club
As well as the Southend Supports Breastfeeding team from SAVS and @southend_hv_sn we will also be joined by representatives from The Mid and South Essex NHS Infant Specialist Feeding Team, Cake Club – Parenting Support & Solidarity and @southendbreastfeedingcircle

Event Details:
Accessibility: Step-free, buggy-friendly layout with accessible toilets nearby.
Transport: Free parking is available in the car park and on surrounding roads, and the park can be accessed by bus (routes 7, 21, 25, 29, and X30) and train (Prittlewell station).

What to Bring:

  • Your own picnic lunch (strictly no nuts due to allergies) and blanket
  • Suncream, hats and any other sun protection you may need

Water will be provided and additional refreshments are available to buy from the park café.

Follow our page for updates and in case of any changes to the event.

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* Subject to final approval of event licence from Southend-on-Sea City Council*

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