The Wing-Scuffle Spectacular, Chalkwell Park
The Revel Puck Circus returns to Chalkwell Park, back after April's run, with its heated big top pitched for the whole of half term, 23 October to 1 November 2026.
- The story: a brand-new troupe puts on its first circus and nobody is ready. Every character faces their fear, and the high-flying consequences follow.
- The acts: the world's only Giant Rola Bola, teeterboard acrobatics and a swinging chainsaw escape.
- The gong: Theatre Weekly's Best Circus, Edinburgh Fringe 2026.
- The tent: heated, seated, animal-free, with a few spooky surprises on site. All ages.
Pair it with the rest of the day
- Big top first, then the beach. Chalkwell Park sits right above the seafront.
- Leigh Old Town is along the front: chips, cockle sheds and a wander.
- If the weather turns, Southend's usual half term staples (the pier, Adventure Island, Sea Life Adventure) are a short hop along the line.
Good to know
- Dates: 23 October to 1 November 2026, across October half term.
- Where: Chalkwell Park, Westcliff-on-Sea SS0 8NB, between Southend and Leigh-on-Sea. The big top is in the north-east corner of the park.
- Tickets: adults from £12.50, all fees included. Pick a date.
- Getting there: Chalkwell station is a ten minute walk, c2c from London Fenchurch Street in about 45 minutes. Street parking around the park is limited.
- Heated big top, allocated seating, bar on site. All ages, under-2s free on a lap. Every performance is semi-relaxed.
- £3 tickets: 10% of all tickets are £3 for low-income families, no questions asked.
If you are planning the half term diary now, this is the one to build the day around rather than squeeze in as an afterthought.
