Preserve Local History
Researching and recording the history of Basildon Borough.
Blue Plaques
Commemorating notable people, places and events - click here for more information
Archives & Research
Providing access to newspapers, photographs and historical resources.
Events & Talks
Sharing local history through talks, exhibitions and community events.
Take part in our upcoming Fun Walk on the 12th September!
In partnership with the Fun Walk Trust ,this community event helps raise vital funds for our organisation. Thanks to the generous support of local businesses, the money raised by participants is topped up, making an even bigger difference. We'd love you to join us!
To find out more
Introducing the Basildon Heritage Time Travel Terminal
Now available to visitors to the Green Centre, travel back in time to the 1950's onwards via our digitised local newspaper collection.
Fully searchable, look up your school, workplace, street, church, football club etc. Capture the memory with your smartphone on our large high resolution monitor.
Click the link below for more detail