Basildon is located in Essex, southeast England, and is the largest town in the county. Here are some recommended tourist attractions in Basildon, UK: Historical Buildings - Hadleigh Castle: Built in the 13th century, it was the residence of King Edward III and was built by Hubert de Burgh. Although only ruins remain, you can still feel the grandeur of the past. The nearby Drum Tower was used to catch smugglers in the 18th century. - Basildon Park: Located in Berkshire, it was built in 1776 and completed in 1783. Designed by John Carr, it is in the neoclassical style. After the war, it was donated to the National Trust and opened to the public. The octagonal living room displays works by the painter Giambattista Pittoni. Parks and Green Spaces - Wat Tyler Country Park: Covering 125 acres, it has an adventure playground, a miniature railway, a village green, and other facilities. You can also learn about the history and culture of Basildon. It is suitable for visitors of all ages. - Langdon Visitor Centre: Located in a 461-acre park, it has grasslands, lakes, and woodlands, as well as several walking routes. The surrounding cottages are also available for visitors to explore. The friendly volunteers make it easier for visitors to enjoy the fun of exploring. - Norsey Wood: A 175-acre nature reserve, just 10 minutes from the town, with 500-year-old flora and fauna, including ancient trees such as oak, chestnut, and hornbeam. Culture and Arts - Towngate Theatre: A 550-seat auditorium located in St. Martin's Square, with convenient transportation. Comedians, dance troupes, bands, and others often perform here, allowing visitors to enjoy wonderful art programs. - Basildon Mother and Child Statue: Designed by Maurice Lambert, it stands in Basildon Town Square and is one of the town's iconic buildings. It symbolizes the pure love between a mother and child and has high artistic value and commemorative significance.

#celebratewithtrip #unitedkingdom #castle Went cycling and decided to visit Hadleigh Castle. It used to be a nice Castle but not much is left these days. Still, a nice place to visit if you are in the area Address: Castle Ln, Hadleigh, Benfleet SS7 2AP, United Kingdom Access by Foot: The castle is accessible by foot from Hadleigh town and is a 15-20 minute walk. Access by Rail: There are two railway stations close by: Leigh-on-Sea is 2 miles away or Benfleet station is 3 miles away.

#celebratewithtrip #unitedkingdom #castle Hadleigh Castle, a former English fortification overlooking the Thames Estuary from south of the town of Hadleigh. Going there is also a great ride and gives the rider a good view of the surrounding areas and sea. Hadleigh was begun in about 1215 by Hubert de Burgh, but extensively refortified by Edward III during the Hundred Years War, becoming a favourite residence of the ageing king.