Welcome to Langdon Hills

Langdon Hills is a small town located in the Basildon district of Essex, England. The town is situated on a hill, which offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside. Langdon Hills is a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts, as it is home to several nature reserves and parks. One of the most popular attractions in Langdon Hills is the Langdon Hills Country Park, which covers over 400 acres of land and offers a variety of walking trails, picnic areas, and wildlife viewing opportunities.

The town of Langdon Hills has a rich history that dates back to the Roman era. The area was once home to a Roman settlement, and several artifacts from this time period have been discovered in the town. In the Middle Ages, Langdon Hills was a thriving agricultural community, and many of the town's historic buildings date back to this time period. Today, Langdon Hills is a quiet and peaceful town that offers a glimpse into the past while also providing modern amenities and conveniences.

Despite its small size, Langdon Hills is home to a vibrant community of residents who are proud of their town and its heritage. The town has a strong sense of community spirit, and there are several local events and festivals held throughout the year that bring residents together. Whether you are looking for a peaceful retreat in the countryside or a friendly community to call home, Langdon Hills is a wonderful place to visit or live.

Local Weather

Mist

Temp: 9.3°C

Feels Like: 8.1°C

Wind: 5.1 MPH

Wind Dir: WNW

Local Schools

School	Details
Lincewood Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Julie Braithwaite	Berry Lane Langdon Hills Basildon Essex SS16 6AZ 01268412888 School Website
Childrens Support Centre Langdon Hills Basildon Pupil Referral Unit Ages:5-16 Head Teacher Mrs Jo Barak	High Road Langdon Hills Basildon Essex SS16 6HG 01268542367 School Website
Great Berry Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Damian Pye	Forest Glade Langdon Hills Basildon Essex SS16 6SG 01268544709 School Website
Merrylands Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rachel Robinson	Cumberland Drive Laindon Basildon Essex SS15 6QS 1268417893 School Website
The Phoenix Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Miss Kerry Geary	Leinster Road Laindon Basildon Essex SS15 5NQ 1268543664 School Website
Lee Chapel Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sue Jackson	The Knares Basildon Essex SS16 5RU 01268474177 School Website
Janet Duke Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Harriet Phelps-Knights	Markhams Chase Laindon Basildon Essex SS15 5LS 1268543744
The James Hornsby School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Tammy Nicholls	Leinster Road Laindon Essex SS15 5NX 01268582400 School Website
St Anne Line Catholic Infant School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-7 Head Teacher Mrs Melanie Clayton	Wickhay Basildon Essex SS15 5AF 01268524263 School Website
St Anne Line Catholic Junior School Voluntary Aided School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Miss Nathalie Watson	Wickhay Basildon Essex SS15 5AF 01268470444 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Laindon Station Approach, Laindon, Essex, SS15 6AB 0.66 Miles

Basildon Station Way, Basildon, Essex, SS16 5XY 1.66 Miles

Stanford-Le-Hope London Road, Stanford-Le-Hope, Essex, SS17 0JX 3.07 Miles

West Horndon Station Approach, West Horndon, Essex, CM13 3TJ 3.53 Miles

Pitsea Station Approach, Pitsea, Essex, SS16 4UD 3.67 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
United Taxis 01268 411411 2 Station Gate, Basildon, Essex, SS15 6UA 0.62 Miles
United And Station Cars 01268 411141 Unit 2/Station Gate, Basildon, Essex, SS15 6UA 0.62 Miles
Justairport 01268 449486 10 Elizabeth Way, Basildon, Essex, SS15 5GN 0.87 Miles
B J Broad Taxi Services 07951 901091 1 Sussex Close, Basildon, Essex, SS15 6PR 0.89 Miles
Ontime Taxi Services 07905 871850 16 Paprills, Basildon, Essex, SS16 5RQ 0.98 Miles
A T Chauffeurs 01268 453845 6 Botelers, Basildon, Essex, SS16 5SE 1.02 Miles
L And N Chauffeurs 0845 257 7920 Tower Avenue, Basildon, Essex, SS15 5PE 1.18 Miles
Aj Cars 01268 303030 36 Jermayns, Basildon, Essex, SS15 5HA 1.23 Miles
Sterling Executive Cars 01268 415844 36 Jermayns, Basildon, Essex, SS15 5HA 1.23 Miles
Elite Taxis Basildon 01268 857444 Ballards Walk, Basildon, Essex, SS15 5JP 1.36 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Ss16 414D - Staneway/High Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Triangle Post Office Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:45 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Ss16 421D - Lee Chapel Lane Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ss15 419D - High Road/Samuel Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ss16 437D - Dry Street/Northlands Approach Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Old Church Hill Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:12:30
Ss16 407D - Pittfields/Berry Lane Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Laindon Railway Station Collection Today available until:16:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:45
Nightingales Shops Collection Today available until:17:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:30 Sunday Last Collection:15:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Ss15 463D - Durham Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ss15 453D - Somercotes/Elizabeth Way Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dry Street Collection Today available until:16:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:30
The Knares/Leysings Collection Today available until:16:15 Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Ss15 468D - Durham Road/Tillingham Green Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ss15 454D - Laindon Link Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Central Basildon Pcn Hub 01268 418200	Langdon Hills M/Practice Nightingales Basildon Essex SS16 6SA
Dr Salako And Partners 01268 418200	Langdon Hills M/Practice Nightingales Basildon Essex SS16 6SA
Dr Degun & Dr Macaulay 01268 542866	93 The Knares Lee Chapel South Basildon Essex SS16 5SB
Laindon Medical Group 01268 209363	Laindon Health Centre High Road, Laindon Basildon Essex SS15 5TR
Dr J J Mampilly 01268 543366	Presidents Court Hoover Drive Basildon Essex SS15 6LF

Local Stores

Butneys
1-3 The Butneys
Basildon
Essex
SS14 2DG
01268 521703
shop.7290@coop.co.uk
Store Website
1.99 miles

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SPAR - Kibcaps Basildon
7 Kibcaps
Basildon
SS16 5SA
01268 542029
Store Website
1.1 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Medivet Laindon
High Road Laindon Basildon Essex SS15 6BN 01268 417042 laindon@medivet.co.uk Website 1.33 miles
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Animals Treated
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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Cherrydown Vets Ltd
The Paddock 53 Cherrydown West Basildon Essex SS16 5AW 01268 533636 jonathan@cherrydownvets.co.uk Website 1.52 miles
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Companion Care (Basildon Pipps Hill) Ltd T/A Vets4pets
Inside Pets At Home Unit E2 Pipps Hill Retail Park Miles Gray Road Basildon Essex SS14 3AF 01268 288 045 basildonpippshill@vets4pets.com Website 1.82 miles
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Medivet Corringham
31 Springhouse Road Corringham Stanford-Le-Hope Essex SS17 7QS 01375 674158 corringham@medivet.co.uk Website 2.75 miles
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Animals Treated
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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Cherrydown Vets Ltd
Cherrydown Vets 12 King Street Stanford-Le-Hope Essex SS17 0HL 01268 533636 jonathan@cherrydownvets.co.uk 3.01 miles
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Animals Treated
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Basildon Pdsa Pet Hospital, The Coco Markus Centre
High Road Vange Basildon Essex SS16 4TG 01268 555100 Website 3.14 miles


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Local Dog Walks

Langdon Hills Country Park (Westley Heights)
The Climax High Rd Langdon Hills Basildon SS16 6HU 0.32 miles Just Behind The Harvester

Location what3words rice.rested.afford

Langdon Hills Country Park
A Stroll Through Langdon Hills Offers Some Gentle Climbs. From The Higher Point, You And Your Dog Will Be Able To Enjoy The Views Over London And The Thames Estuary. With A Mixture Of Wildflower Meadows And Woodland To Explore, This Gentle Walk Is Ideal. SS17 9NH 1.54 miles From Basildon, Head Out On The A176 South, Take A Right Onto Dry Street, Just After Basildon University Hospital. Follow Dry Street Until You Reach A Left Turn Onto One Tree Hill. The Car Park Is Down This Road, On The Right.

Wat Tyler Country Park
Wat Tyler Way Basildon Lancashire SS16 4UH 3.70 miles Sign Posted Near Pitsea Train Station

Location what3words venue.froth.tall

Norsey Woods
Norsey Wood Is A 67.2 Hectare Biological Site Of Special Scientific Interest In Billericay, Essex. It Is Also A Local Nature Reserve And A Scheduled Monument. The Site Is Ancient Oak Woodland On Acid Soil Which Has Been Converted To Mixed Sweet Chestnut Coppice. Plenty Of Paths + Disabled Access Which Will Take Wheelchairs. Picnic Areas For Families (No Dogs Allowed In Picnic Area) Billericay Lancashire CM11 1HA 5.28 miles

Location what3words about.cats.salt

Thorndon Park
This Walk Passes Through Thorndon Country Park. The Site Is Woodland And Ancient Parkland. The Country Park Is Divided Into Thorndon Park North, With Access From The Avenue, And Thorndon Park South, With Access From The A128 Road. CM13 3RZ 5.35 miles From Brentford, Take The A128m Heading South East. Follow This Until A Roundabout With A Sign Directing Right To Thorndon Country Park North. Follow This Road, The Avenue, Until You Reach The Brown Road Sign Directing You Into The Park And Visitor Centre.

The Wick Country Park
An Easy Walk With Grasslands With A Huge Lake In The Middle. The Lake Is Used For Fishing So May Be More Difficult For A Swim In Fishing Season But We've Not Found It A Problem Yet!! There Are Easy Trails To Follow And Lots Of Open Spaces For Ball Throwing And Running Around. It's A Great Place For An Easy But Fun Walk. 41 Tresco Way Wickford Lancashire SS12 9GP 5.82 miles

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Weather Forecast

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