Here are all of the river cruises setting off from Southend Pier this year
Plenty of cruises will be on offer from operators Waverley Excursions and Jetstream Tours to explore the River Thames.
Residents will be able to enjoy day trips on the historic Waverley ship along the River Blackwater, River Medway, and the Thames.
The Waverley trips will return on September 24 and last until October 12.
Meanwhile, Jetstream Tours will offer a variety of different experiences to enjoy.
Rochester Day Trip
With this trip, you will be able to walk the cobbled street of historic Rochester, and see Rochester's historic Castle, and Cathedral.
You will also be able to explore the River Medway, sailing past Chatham Dockyard and Upnor Castle.
Redsand Towers Tour
This cruise will see you go from Southend Pier to the Eerie World War 2 Maunsel Forts, called the Red Sand Towers.
It will take about an hour to reach the Towers, with the boat passing by the Mulbury Harbour (Pheonix unit) and Shoebury Boom before crossing the shipping channel towards the Isle of Sheppey.
Upon return, it will pass via the SS. Richard Montgomery before crossing back towards Southend Pier.
Lunch in Kent
You will be able to venture out to Queenborough to explore Kent and enjoy some lunch.
Those taking off on the cruise will be treated to a fully commentated with information about the history of the Thames, Medway, and Swale.
You will pass close by Sheerness Docks, with the captain able to tell you all about the various cargos handled there.
You can find out more at https://www.jetstreamtours.com/ and https://waverleyexcursions.co.uk/plan-your-cruise/timetables/
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