Basildon sun dial

A large number of public health messages over the past century have focused on the dangers of too much sun exposure, such as aging, skin cancer and DNA damage. However, in reality, today’s science tells us that exposure to ultraviolet radiation (UVR) in […]

Basildon sun dial

It’s summertime for another few weeks, despite the common assumption that Labor Day brings summer’s end. But this weekend still frequently brings the last chance to hit the beach or the pool, or to spend all day grilling hot dogs […]

Millennium Bell Tower

Millennium Bell Tower The Millennium Bell Tower sits within St Martin’s Square, slightly set apart from St Martin’s Church. It was opened by Queen Elizabeth II on 12 March 1999 to commemmorate the millennium. It s of neo-gothic design, 85 […]

Mother and Child Fountain

Mother and Child Fountain Fountain in the main outdoor shopping area in Basildon town centre. Created in 1962 by Maurice Lambert RA, it appears in the town crest and the mayor’s chains. It was refurbished in 2009 at a cost […]

Mother and Child Fountain

Mother and Child Fountain Fountain in the main outdoor shopping area in Basildon town centre. Created in 1962 by Maurice Lambert RA, it appears in the town crest and the mayor’s chains. It was refurbished in 2009 at a cost […]