The Leas Conservation Area Appraisal Survey
The Leas Conservation Area draws historic interest from the development of Southend-on-Sea – as Southend developed and expanded in the 19th century, railway lines were erected connecting the town with its surrounding countryside and London. The Leas is directly related to the arrival of the second railway line to Southend in 1889 and the opening of Westcliff-on-Sea station by the London, Tilbury and Southend Railway in 1895. Most original buildings within the Conservation Area were constructed between 1900 and 1922 in response to this development in infrastructure. The Leas became a popular seaside destination for tourists. The Leas architectural interest lies in its diverse range of architectural and decorative features, which are prevalent across the Conservation Area. The locally listed Argyll House offers an interesting and alternative 1930s aesthetic, and is a prominent landmark in views along Western Esplanade and Clifton Drive.
The Conservation Area Appraisal for The Leas is now available for review.
We would welcome your comments by Friday 29th January 2021.