Welcome to Pitsea

Pitsea is a town located in the Basildon district of Essex, England. It is situated on the northern bank of the Thames Estuary and is approximately 30 miles east of London. The town has a rich history dating back to the Roman times, and it was once a thriving agricultural community. However, in the 20th century, Pitsea underwent significant industrialization, and it is now home to a range of manufacturing and distribution businesses.

One of the most notable landmarks in Pitsea is the Pitsea Mount Nature Reserve. This 50-acre site is home to a variety of wildlife, including birds, butterflies, and small mammals. The reserve is also home to a number of rare plant species, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts. In addition to the nature reserve, Pitsea is also home to a number of parks and green spaces, including the popular Wat Tyler Country Park.

Despite its industrial heritage, Pitsea has a strong sense of community, and there are a range of local events and activities that take place throughout the year. These include the Pitsea Market, which is held every Wednesday and Saturday and is one of the largest outdoor markets in Essex. The town also has a number of sports clubs and facilities, including a leisure center, football club, and cricket club. Overall, Pitsea is a vibrant and diverse town that offers a range of attractions and amenities for residents and visitors alike.

Local Weather

Mist

Temp: 8.1°C

Feels Like: 6.7°C

Wind: 5.1 MPH

Wind Dir: WNW

Local Schools

School Details
Maple Grove Primary School
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Daniel Lough
High Road
Pitsea
Basildon
Essex
SS13 3AB
1268553547
School Website
The Basildon Upper Academy
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:14-19
Head Teacher
Mr April Gurney
Wickford Avenue
Pitsea
Basildon
Essex
SS13 3HL
01268552536
School Website
St Teresas Catholic Primary School Basildon
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Jacques Bottjer
Elsenham Crescent
Basildon
Essex
SS14 1UE
01268553502
School Website
Northlands Primary School And Nursery
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mr Ben Figg
Winifred Road
Pitsea
Basildon
Essex
SS13 3JQ
1268553434
Bardfield Academy
Academy Converter
Ages:2-11
Head Teacher
Miss Donna Dry
Clay Hill Road
Vange
Basildon
Essex
SS16 4NL
1268553488
School Website
Greensted Junior School
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:7-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Ian Hampshire
Kirby Road
Basildon
Essex
SS14 1RX
01268553359
School Website
Ryedene Primary And Nursery School
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mr Adam Toomer
Ryedene
Off Clover Way
Vange
Basildon
Essex
SS16 4SY
1268559291
School Website
Eversley Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs P Pepper
Crest Avenue
Pitsea
Basildon
Essex
SS13 2EF
01268555333
School Website
The Basildon Lower Academy
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:11-14
Head Teacher
Mr April Gurney
Timberlog Close
Timberlog Lane
Basildon
Essex
SS14 1UX
01268552536
School Website
Briscoe Primary School And Nursery Academy
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Ms Terri Chudleigh
Felmores End
Pitsea
Basildon
Essex
SS13 1PN
01268727751
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Pitsea
Station Approach, Pitsea, Essex, SS16 4UD
0.35 Miles
Basildon
Station Way, Basildon, Essex, SS16 5XY
1.92 Miles
Benfleet
Ferry Road, Benfleet, Essex, SS7 1NF
2.95 Miles
Laindon
Station Approach, Laindon, Essex, SS15 6AB
3.28 Miles
Wickford
Station Approach, Wickford, Essex, SS11 7AT
3.64 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
A And B Taxis
01268 555555
4 The Broadway, Basildon, Essex, SS13 3AR
0.11 Miles
Taxicall
01268 858585
41 Kent View Rd, Basildon, Essex, SS16 4JX
0.58 Miles
Taxisplus
01268 457126
49 Delhi Road, Basildon, Essex, SS13 2EQ
0.61 Miles
Adams Executive Travel
01268 724724
27 Davenants, Basildon, Essex, SS13 1QX
1.29 Miles
Basildon Minibus
01268 293324
11 Denys Dr, Basildon, Essex, SS14 3LR
1.35 Miles
Taxi Basildon
07825 667186
16 Curling Tye, Basildon, Essex, SS14 2PX
1.38 Miles
Handycars
01268 453611
26 Battleswick, Basildon, Essex, SS14 3LA
1.46 Miles
Jt Minibus Services
01268 857816
6 The Glade, Basildon, Essex, SS16 5JE
1.47 Miles
Jeakins Leasing And Contract Hire
01268 724792
2 Nobel Square, Basildon, Essex, SS13 1LS
1.65 Miles
Value Cars
01268 525252
Unit 16 Heronsgate Trading Estate, Basildon, Essex, SS14 3EU
1.78 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Tesco Pitsea Post Office
Collection Today available until:17:00
Weekday Last Collection:17:00
Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Priority Mailbox:
Special Mailbox:
Pitsea Broadway
Collection Today available until:16:00
Weekday Last Collection:16:00
Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Ss16 379D - Claremont Drive/Riverview
Collection Today available until:09:00
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ss14 457D - Sandon Road
Collection Today available until:09:00
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wickford Avenue/Mariskals
Collection Today available until:16:00
Weekday Last Collection:16:00
Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Ss13 505D - Wickford Avenue/Gifford Green
Collection Today available until:09:00
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Rectory Road
Collection Today available until:17:00
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Saturday Last Collection:11:45
Ss13 465D - Brackendale Avenue
Collection Today available until:09:00
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ss14 436D - Luncies Road
Collection Today available until:09:00
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Ss14 456D - Ravensfield
Collection Today available until:09:00
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Ss13 464D - Mill Green/Chalvedon Square
Collection Today available until:09:00
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Vange Post Office
Collection Today available until:17:15
Weekday Last Collection:17:15
Saturday Last Collection:12:30
Sunday Last Collection:16:15
Priority Mailbox:
Special Mailbox:
Rectory Road Post Office
Collection Today available until:17:00
Weekday Last Collection:17:00
Saturday Last Collection:12:15
Sunday Last Collection:16:30
Priority Mailbox:
Special Mailbox:
Ss16 449D - Swanstead
Collection Today available until:09:00
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ss16 278D - Clay Hill Rd/Timberlog Lane
Collection Today available until:09:00
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
The Place - Pitsea Leisure Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service
Northlands Pavement
Pitsea Centre
Pitsea
Basildon
SS13 3DU
The Place - Pitsea Leisure Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2
Northlands Pavement
Pitsea Centre
Pitsea
Basildon
SS13 3DU
Rose Villa Surgery
01268 552999
6 Rectory Park Drive
Pitsea
Basildon
Essex
SS13 3DW
Dr Sims And Partners
01268 209222
Dipple Med Ctr, West Wing
Wickford Avenue, Pitsea
Basildon
Essex
SS13 3HQ
Dr Jo Arayomi's Practice
01268 556453
Dipple Med Ctr, West Wing
Wickford Avenue, Pitsea
Basildon
Essex
SS13 3HQ
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Local Stores

Butneys
1-3 The Butneys
Basildon
Essex
SS14 2DG
01268 521703
shop.7290@coop.co.uk
Store Website
1.93 miles
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SPAR - Whitmore Way
564 Whitmore Way
Basildon
SS14 2ER
01268 520796
Store Website
1.6 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Basildon Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home
Unit 1A Old Market Retail Park, High St
Pitsea
Basildon
Essex
SS13 3BY
01268 585700
basildon@vets4pets.com
Website
0.21 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Exotic/Wild

Poultry

Small Mammals

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Basildon Pdsa Pet Hospital, The Coco Markus Centre
High Road
Vange
Basildon
Essex
SS16 4TG
01268 555100
Website
0.33 miles
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Triple Aces Canine Care Centre
Block A, Tuskite Works
Pitsea Hall Lane
Pitsea
Basildon
Essex
SS16 4UH
01268 435988
vets@tripleaces.co.uk
Website
0.49 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Cats

Dogs

Small Mammals

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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Southfields Veterinary Specialists
Cranes Point
Gardiners Lane South
Basildon
Essex
SS14 3AP
01268 564664
info@southfields.co.uk
Website
1.83 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Referrals only
Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Exotic/Wild

Poultry

Small Mammals

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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
2.00 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Cats

Dogs

Small Mammals

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Benfleet Veterinary Surgery
411 Kents Hill Road North
Benfleet
Essex
SS7 4AD
01268 753 775
2.72 miles
Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Small Mammals

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Local Dog Walks

Wat Tyler Country Park
Wat Tyler Way
Basildon
Lancashire
SS16 4UH
1.17 miles

Sign Posted Near Pitsea Train Station
Location
what3words
venue.froth.tall
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
2.55 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.
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
2.99 miles

Location
what3words
empire.nobody.runner
Langdon Hills Country Park (Westley Heights)
The Climax
High Rd
Langdon Hills
Basildon
SS16 6HU
3.43 miles

Just Behind The Harvester
Location
what3words
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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
5.45 miles

Location
what3words
about.cats.salt
Edwards Hall Park
69 Bosworth Rd
Southend-On-Sea
Leigh-On-Sea
SS9 5AD
6.32 miles

Follow Bosworth Road Across Wren Avenue To The Very Top Of The Street And You'Ll See The Car Park Entrance.
Location
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Weather Forecast

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