Things to Do in Basildon
Basildon has more green space than its reputation suggests, with marshes, hills and woodland around the town. Here is where to start.
Wat Tyler Country Park
Wat Tyler Country Park, at Pitsea, sits on the marshes by the Thames estuary, with walks, wildlife and wide skies.
Wat Tyler Country Park, at Pitsea, sits on the marshes by the Thames estuary, with walks, wildlife and wide skies.
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The Langdon Hills
The Langdon Hills, south west of the town, are among the highest ground in south Essex, with woodland walks and views across the estuary.
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Gloucester Park
Gloucester Park, close to the town centre, is a large park with a lake, good for a short walk.
Gloucester Park, close to the town centre, is a large park with a lake, good for a short walk.
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Norsey Wood
Norsey Wood, on the edge of Billericay, is ancient woodland with paths through it and a long history.
Norsey Wood, on the edge of Billericay, is ancient woodland with paths through it and a long history.
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Southend
Southend-on-Sea, a short drive or train ride east, has its famous long pier and a seafront for an afternoon by the water.
Southend-on-Sea, a short drive or train ride east, has its famous long pier and a seafront for an afternoon by the water.
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Planning a Basildon day
Walk the Langdon Hills or Wat Tyler Country Park in the morning, and head to Billericay for lunch or Southend for the afternoon. As everywhere on the site, this guide is for adults aged 18 and over.
Walk the Langdon Hills or Wat Tyler Country Park in the morning, and head to Billericay for lunch or Southend for the afternoon.
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Places worth knowing in Basildon
- Wat Tyler Country ParkMarshes by the Thames estuary
- Langdon HillsHigh ground with estuary views
- Gloucester ParkA lake near the town centre
- Norsey WoodAncient woodland by Billericay
- Southend PierA long pier a short trip east
Frequently asked questions
The park is free to walk in, though there may be a charge for parking.
Southend is a short drive or train ride east, along the line towards Shoeburyness.
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