National Trust properties are bringing a burst of festival fun to families this spring. Easter-themed trails are taking place at Basildon Park and Greys Court in Berkshire, running throughout the ...
Visitors can enjoy free entry to National Trust sites in Oxfordshire and the neighbouring counties next month with heritage open days. Historical places owned and maintained by the National Trust, ...
Basildon was a small village until the mid-20th century. In 1949 Basildon was designated a new town to accommodate London overspill, with the designated area for the new town also covering the existing villages of Pitsea, Laindon, and Vange, along with smaller hamlets.
Basildon Council has approved a balanced Budget for 2026/27 at Full Council on 12 February 2026, setting out ambitious plans to deliver regeneration, new homes, improved community safety and...
Located in the centre of Basildon in Essex, this welcoming and vibrant theatre is an excellent venue for live entertainment. They offer a wide range of productions throughout the year to suit all …
For the second year running, a survey conducted by property advisors, CBRE, named the town as the most affordable commuter hotspot, thanks to its realistically priced homes, reliable train network and well-connected roads. But being perfectly placed for city workers isn’t all Basildon have to offer.
Basildon, new town, Basildon district, administrative and historic county of Essex, southeastern England. Basildon new town was established in 1949. It was one of eight established 20 to 30 miles (32 to 48 km) from central London to help alleviate the city’s acute post-World War II housing
The town of Basildon is located in the county of Essex, 26 miles east of London. It also gives its name to the Borough which includes the nearby towns of Wickford and Billericay. The correct pronunciation is bæzildon. Basildon was originally designated a 'New Town' following the New Towns Act of 1946.