24.04.26 What's on around Basildon this weekend?

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And it’s the weekend, Basildon!

From Dolly Parton tributes, quiz nights and live music with Dead Man's Hands and DJ Ken Chipperfield, to Wickford High Street Market, the Bluebell Walk and the Crunch bulky waste drop-off. There's something for everyone this weekend. Get out and enjoy it!

Friday 24th April

DJ Ken Chipperfield Live at The White Swan Ease into the weekend in style with DJ Ken Chipperfield bringing the soundtrack to your night. Good music, great atmosphere! 📍 The White Swan , Wickford, United Kingdom, SS117AD. Friday 24th April from 8:30pm.

Quiz Night – Langdon Nature Discovery Centre (April 24th)
Gather your team of 6 for a fun quiz night with prizes for the winners. Food and drinks available all evening.
⏰ 7:00pm – 10:00pm
📍 Langdon Nature Discovery Centre
Details: Langdon Quiz Night | Essex Wildlife Trust

Men’d Model Making – Happy Hub
12pm. Enjoy a relaxed creative atmosphere with good company.
📍 Unit 11, Eastgate SS14 1AE

Knit, Natter & New Friends – Happy Chatters
10:30 to 11:30am. Bring your yarn & join the fun.
📍 Happy Hub, Eastgate (by Asda)

Yoga for Mental Health – FREE
🧘 11:15am
📍 King Edward Centre, Laindon SS15 6GY
✉️ [email protected]

Free Coffee Morning – Noak Bridge Christian Centre 10am–2pm
Friendly drop-in for a warm drink & chat.
📍 Wash Road SS15 4BE

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Saturday 25th April

The Crunch – Bulky Waste Drop-Off  9:00am – 12:30pm

Basildon Council's popular bulky waste collection service is back, helping residents dispose of bulky waste responsibly across six drop-off points. Saturday 25th April. 📍 Six locations across Basildon:

• Chalvedon Pub

• George Hurd Centre

• Rookyards

• Somercotes

• Bourne Close, Victoria Park

• Wick Country Park

⚠️ Cannot accept: items too heavy for two people to lift, hazardous/clinical waste, trade/construction waste, plasterboard, bathroom suites, fitted kitchens, doors, paint, car batteries, tyres, gas cylinders, oil, tree trunks or large fence panels. 🔗 Full details & what you can bring

Wickford High Street Market - 9:00am  Support small businesses, pick up something special and enjoy the lively atmosphere right in the heart of Wickford town centre. 📍 Wickford High Street, Wickford. Saturday 25th April ⏰ 9:00am – 3:30pm. Free to attend 📞 07790 134606 or send an email to [email protected] 🔗 wickfordtowncouncil.gov.uk

Bluebell Walk Saturday 25th April 10:00am 📍 Meet at St Mary's Church, High Road, Langdon Hills, SS16 6HY. Free — all welcome. For more information, visit www.langdonhills.net or send a mail to [email protected] 📞 Nikki Hall (Church Administrator): 07720 089260 For enquiries about Events, Weddings, Baptisms or Funerals

Ni-sen Karate Classes @ Laindon Community Centre

High Road, Laindon.
10:15am – 11:00am: Tots
11:00am – 12:00pm: Older kids & adults
Beginners welcome. Contact: 01268 546439 | [email protected]

Quiz Night at Toby Carvery  A fun quiz night with dining — get your team together for a great evening out! 📍 Toby Carvery, Basildon (call to confirm exact address). Saturday 25th April. 5:00pm–6:30pm dining | Quiz begins 6:30pm. Teams of up to 4 📞 01268 521371 Ext 2 to book ⚠️ A few slots remaining, book quickly!

Dolly Parton Tribute Night – Noak Bridge  Sing your heart out to Jolene, 9 to 5 and all the classics performed by an incredible live tribute act. Country vibes, drinks flowing and dancing all night! 📍 Noak Bridge Pub (Greene King), 45 Wash Road, Laindon, Basildon Saturday 25th April, Evening. Book now — tables filling fast! 🔗 greeneking.co.uk/pubs/essex/noak-bridge/book

Live music with Charlotte Ambrose @ Posh Boys Brewery and Taproom from 7:30pm

Where? 8 Riverside House, Lower Southend Road, Wickford, United Kingdom, SS11 8BB
Megan Ambrose is with us from 7:30pm tonight, bringing powerful vocals, great tunes and a lively Saturday night atmosphere.

Dead Man's Hands – Live at The White Swan

Expect gritty riffs, dark vibes and a night that goes hard from start to finish!📍 The White Swan, Wickford, United Kingdom, SS117AD. Saturday 26th April 2026. 9:00pm  

Live Music Night with Navarro @ The Jolly Friar from 9pm

Enjoy 60s - 00s rock music at The Jolly Friar, Whitmore Way, Basildon. Enjoy a rockin’ Saturday night with live band entertainment, great drinks and a lively atmosphere.

Sunday 26th April

Church service at Swanmead
🕤 1st service 10:00am - 11:30am | 🕚Second service (younger people) 12:30 - 2:00pm Join a welcoming service with children’s church, youth groups, and older age groups. A warm and uplifting environment for all ages.
📍 91 Church Rd, Basildon SS16 4AH

Church Service @ Laindon Elim Church

🕤10am – 12:30pm.
Join a welcoming and friendly church community where real people come together to connect, grow in faith and support one another. Whether you’re new to faith or looking for a church family, there’s a place for you here. Contact: 07477 675768
📍Laindon Elim Church, Aston Road, Laindon SS15 6UH.

St Mary's Church 📍 High Road, Langdon Hills, SS16 6HY. Every Sunday | 9:00am Traditional service with hymns & organ music

St John's Church 📍 Forest Glade, Langdon Hills, SS16 6RX. Every Sunday | 11:00am Contemporary service with modern worship songs "St John's Kids" available for children All Age Service on the 1st Sunday of every month

That’s all, folks. Have a great one, Basildon!