Nightlife in Basildon
Basildon is a post war new town whose evenings centre on its leisure park. Here is how to plan a night out.
Festival Leisure Park
Festival Leisure Park, on the edge of the town, is where most of Basildon's evening life is gathered, with a cinema, bars and restaurants in one place. You will want a car or a taxi to reach it.
Festival Leisure Park, on the edge of the town, is where most of Basildon's evening life is gathered, with a cinema, bars and restaurants in one place.
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The town centre
The town centre, around the Town Square, has some bars and restaurants, but it is mainly a shopping centre and quiet after dark.
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Somewhere to book a room or a table for the evening, in Basildon itself.
Billericay
Billericay, a short drive north, has a high street of pubs and restaurants with a more traditional, relaxed feel. Many people from Basildon go there for a quieter evening.
Billericay, a short drive north, has a high street of pubs and restaurants with a more traditional, relaxed feel.
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Basildon or London
Trains from Basildon reach London Fenchurch Street in under an hour. Check the last train back before you set out.
Trains from Basildon reach London Fenchurch Street in under an hour.
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Getting home safely, and planning around a booking
Use a licensed taxi, check the badge and the plate, and share the journey with a friend. If your night is built around an appointment, allow extra time and keep your phone charged. As everywhere on the site, this guide is for adults aged 18 and over.
Use a licensed taxi, check the badge and the plate, and share the journey with a friend.
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Basildon areas worth knowing
- Festival Leisure ParkCinema, bars and restaurants together
- Town SquareThe centre of the new town
- Billericay High StreetPubs and restaurants a short drive north
- Basildon stationTrains to London Fenchurch Street
Frequently asked questions
Mostly at Festival Leisure Park, on the edge of the town, rather than in the town centre.
Yes. Billericay's high street has a more traditional, relaxed feel for an evening.
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