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Basildon (Essex)

Wickford

If you are thinking about getting a new doggy addition for your family you have come to the right place!

Key information

Location
Dogs Trust Basildon (Essex)
Nevendon Road
Wickford
Essex
SS12 0FH
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Opening hours
We’re open for general browsing on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday from 12–4pm. Wednesday and Friday mornings are by pre-arranged appointment only.
Wheelchair access
This centre provides easy wheelchair access throughout
Hearing loop
Please ask at reception

Phone lines open everyday from 8.30am to 5pm

About the Basildon (Essex) centre

Welcome to Dogs Trust Basildon! We're a happy, friendly team and would love you to come and visit us at the centre to see our fantastic facilities and all the waggy tails of our doggy guests.

Labrador puppy in Basildon rehoming kennel

We can care for up to 120 dogs at any one time and our facilities include a training barn, veterinary and surgical suite and a dedicated training and rehabilitation unit to enrich the lives of the dogs in our care.

Visiting us

By public transport:

Closest train stations are Wickford (Greater Anglia line), which is about a five-minute drive from the centre, and Basildon and Pitsea (C2C line), which are both a 10-minute drive from the centre. The 25 bus runs between Basildon and the rehoming centre and takes about 25 minutes. 

By road:

Via the A127 or A13 from Southend or London. Parking available on site.

Local supporter relations

If you are interested in donating In Memory, have questions about our Canine Care Card service, leaving a Legacy or if you would like to book a guest speaker for your Community Group, then please get in touch with your local Supporter Relations Officer on 01268 535053 or email the Basildon team.

Supporting us

Donate your pre-loved items. We’re accepting pre-loved donations of treats, toys, towels and bedding (except feather duvets) via our contact-free drop off points. Signage outside will make it clear where you can drop off your donations. Please don’t leave clothing, valuables, electrical equipment, or furniture at our centre drop-off points.
 

We rely on your kind support to continue our vital work, please donate today.

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How to adopt a dog

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Volunteering opportunites

Looking for the perfect volunteer opportunity? We've got you covered - from hands on dog walkers to shop assistants and so much more!