Local Guides
In-depth guides to restaurants, things to do, moving to Basildon, and more.
20 Jun 2026
Shopping in Basildon Town Centre: The Complete Guide
From the Eastgate Shopping Centre to the market and the retail parks — where to shop in Basildon and how to get there.
10 Jun 2026
Markets in Basildon: Pitsea Market and the Town Centre
A guide to Basildon's markets — where they are, what you'll find, and when they're on.
28 May 2026
Wat Tyler Country Park: A Visitor Guide
125 acres of countryside, walks and wildlife at Pitsea — everything you need to know before you visit Basildon's country park.
15 May 2026
Basildon's Best Parks and Green Spaces
Gloucester Park, Langdon Hills, Wat Tyler and more — the open spaces that give the New Town its green heart.
5 May 2026
Recycling and Waste in Basildon: Tips, Centres and Bin Days
Where the recycling centres are, how to book, and who to contact for bins and waste in Basildon.
1 Jun 2026
Festival Leisure Park, Basildon: Cinema, Restaurants and More
Everything at Basildon's biggest leisure destination on Pipps Hill — cinema, dining, bowling and hotels.