[3][4] In 2023, it renewed its relationship with Southend City Council and continues to operate from the Beecroft Art Gallery.

[5] The Centre houses a collection of jazz LPs,[6] offers a live music program, and displays heritage and memorabilia such as Louis Armstrong's trumpet, the Humphrey Lyttelton collection, and Sir John Dankworth's first piano.

[7] The live music program includes performances by both international artists, like Daryl Sherman,[8] and emerging musicians such as Emma Rawicz.

[9] The organization is supported by musicians and industry professionals including Jamie Cullum, Zoe Rahman, Chris Philips,[10] and Yolanda Charles.

The Jazz Centre UK has ran two grant projects with the National Lottery Heritage Fund: