Basildon Hospital car park changes | Jobs | £2k reward for stolen food truck

Good morning, Basildon

Hope you’re enjoying the lovely weather this week. Brace, as it’s a long one this week!

Before we get into this week’s news/opportunities, enjoy this preview of the Basildon miniature railway that’s being repaired..

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Weather in Basildon next week

This week’s Met Office weather forecast. says it’s going to be cooler this week, with thunderstorms tomorrow.

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What's new?

Basildon Hospital Parking Goes Digital
ANPR (Automatic Number Plate Recognition) rolled out at Basildon Hospital this week. Just like Westgate, you’ll pay before leaving using a machine or the “Trust Parking” app. Already live in Southend, with Broomfield going digital on July 22. Learn more here

Free junk clearance tomorrow Saturday 19 July, 9am–12:30pm
Basildon Council is popping up across five locations to help you ditch the junk (including bikes). If you’ve got junk you’ve been trying to get rid of, just take it to any of these locations:
📍 Basildon (Frypa Hall) | Laindon (Victoria Park) | Pitsea (Chalvedon Hall Pub) | Wickford (Wick Country Park) | Billericay (Little Burstead Car Park)
Check what you can bring: basildon.gov.uk/TheCrunch

Wingstop Opens at Festival Leisure Park – Monday 28 July
Get ready for a new restaurant at Festival Leisure Park (where Frankie & Benny’s used to be). Wingstop lands at Festival Leisure Park, and the first 100 customers score 8 FREE wings. Doors open at 11am – bring your appetite!

Basildon Council Buys Back M&S Building
Big news: Basildon Council is reviving the old M&S site into a modern indoor market and entertainment venue (think Boxpark – but Basildon-style)!
Expect food, live music, family fun, and a huge screen for the 2026 World Cup.

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