Leisure and Culture

Sports and Fitness

Whether it's swimming, aerobics or outdoor pursuits you're looking for, sporting and fitness activities are at the heart of Basildon's ambitious regeneration plans.

• Book and pay online for sports sessions
• Get Out There! project
• Gym express at Eversley Centre
• Learn to swim
• Pulse fitness sessions
• New Sporting Village

Local Events and Attractions

If you're looking to have a great time in the Basildon district, visit our local attractions and find out about our upcoming events. You can also view photo reviews and and read more about on past events held in the district too.

• Upcoming local events
• Past events
• Local attractions
• Official Guide to Basildon order form 

Local History and Heritage

Although Basildon is considered to be a 'new town', the district has a rich local history and heritage for you to discover. Learn more about the early years of Basildon, Billericay and Wickford.

• Beginning of the New Town
• Street Name Meanings
• Housing the People
• Heritage Trail

Libraries

Choose from millions of books, CDs and DVDs at over 70 libraries across essex for your listening and viewing pleasure. You can even reserve and renew your library books online, find out about other library services available, and download hundreds of eBooks.

• Essex Libraries Home Page
• Essex Libraries Automated Network (ELAN)
• Local Libraries
• Local Children's Library

Towngate Theatre

From pantos to concerts and stand-up comedy, there's something for everyone to enjoy at the Towngate Theatre.

• What's on at the Towngate Theatre

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