04 December 2025 •
Local rail operator c2c Railway is proud to once again be sponsoring the Shoebury and Thorpe Bay Christmas Market, taking place from 10:00 – 16:00 on Saturday 6 December at Shoebury and Thorpe Bay Baptiste Church.
This year’s annual event will raise money for Southend in Sight – a charity that offers practical advice and activities to those living with sight loss in Southend – with the fundraising target of £1,500.
c2c has donated £500 for the event, as well as two tickets to Southend United’s fixture against Sutton United on 30 December, which will be raffled off to raise further funds for the charity.
c2c Managing Director, Rob Mullen, said:
“We pride ourselves for being a community railway that is dedicated to helping our local communities in whatever way we can. That is why I am so proud that we are sponsoring this event once again, as the money it raises will go to Southend in Sight and help people in our local communities.”
The market features over 50 stalls and includes face painting, multiple food options and Santa’s grotto, where children can meet Santa and get a pre-Christmas present! To see Santa, people are encouraged to book ahead of time, as he gets very busy at this time of year.
Judy Hadley, Vice Chair & Treasurer of the Shoebury Residents Events Committee, said:
“The Shoebury Residents Events Committee is thrilled to share that c2c is once again sponsoring our beloved Christmas Market and Santa’s Grotto.
“Now in its fourth year, this magical event brings Christmas cheer to the whole community while raising funds for local charities through our Grotto and raffle. This year, we’re proud to support Southend in Sight. A heartfelt thank you to c2c for helping us make this season brighter for everyone!”
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NOTES TO EDITORS
About c2c
- c2c is the award-winning train operator running services between Fenchurch Street and Shoeburyness, serving 26 stations in East London and South Essex.
- c2c is one of the UK’s most punctual and popular train operators and nearly 37.3 million journeys are made on its services every year.
- The operation of all c2c services transferred into public ownership on Sunday 20 July 2025 and is managed by DFTO (DfT Operator Ltd).
- For more information email mediaenquiries@c2crail.net
Images:
Featured Image: Christmas Market poster
Second Image: Santa’s Grotto
Third Image: c2c Managing Director, Rob Mullen