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Johnsons Cafe
A well-known biker cafe on the A127 in Essex, serving as a gathering point for London and Essex riders for generations.
2 km · about 5 min drive
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Pitsea
England, United Kingdom · Europe
About Pitsea
Pitsea is worth a stop: 5 minutes from Basildon, 36km from Leeds Castle.
Pitsea is in England, United Kingdom, with about 25,000 people. You drive on the left here. The nearest town is Basildon, about 4 km away.
Pitsea is a suburban town forming the eastern part of Basildon in Essex, England. Historically a separate village and parish. Pitsea was a small village until the first half of the 20th century, when it experienced significant plotlands development. In 1949, it was included in the designated area of the new town ofRead more
Basildon, which led to further residential and urban development. Pitsea subsequently became part of the built-up area of Basildon.
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What is there to see near Pitsea?
Within an hour or so of Pitsea: Johnsons Cafe (2 km), Brands Hatch Circuit (29 km), High Beach Tea Hut (34 km), Leeds Castle (36 km).
Are there any good drives near Pitsea?
The nearest famous roads are Crystal Palace Circuit and Goodwood Festival of Speed.
Where is Pitsea?
Pitsea is in England, United Kingdom, about 4 km from Basildon.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 25,000
- Continent
- Europe
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Region
- England
- Timezone
- Europe/London
- Coordinates
- 51.5639, 0.5086
Emergency & Services
Essential numbers in United Kingdom
112 also works. NHS non-emergency medical advice: 111. National Highways breakdown assistance on motorways: 0300 123 5000.
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Worth the detour from Pitsea
8 notable places within an hour's drive.
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Brands Hatch Circuit
Legendary undulating British racing circuit in Kent hosting major motorsport events and offering car racing experiences.
29 km · about 35 min drive
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High Beach Tea Hut
A simple roadside tea hut in Epping Forest that has been a legendary biker gathering spot for decades.
34 km · about 40 min drive
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Leeds Castle
A castle on islands in a lake formed by the River Len in Kent, often called the loveliest castle in the world.
36 km · about 40 min drive
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Pavilion Cafe Victoria Park
A stylish lakeside cafe in Victoria Park that has become an unofficial weekend gathering spot for London's motorcycle community.
38 km · about 45 min drive
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Deus Ex Machina London
The London outpost of the global motorcycle lifestyle brand combining custom bikes, apparel, coffee, and culture.
40 km · about 45 min drive
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Iron & Air
A motorcycle culture space celebrating the intersection of riding, art, and storytelling through events and community.
40 km · about 45 min drive
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The Bike Shed Motorcycle Club
A multi-level motorcycle culture hub in Shoreditch featuring a restaurant, bar, barbershop, and custom bike gallery.
41 km · about 45 min drive
Driving roads near Pitsea
2 named roads, passes and coastal drives within 150km.
- 43 kmCrystal Palace CircuitA parkland racing circuit in south London that ran until 1972 and still hosts occasional sprint events. Sections of the old track survive as park roads and footpaths, complete with original kerbing among the Victorian terraces.
Driving in United Kingdom
- Drives on
- the left
- Petrol
- ~€1.73/litre
- Motorway tolls
- None
When to drive here
April to October
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