The over 50's activity membership
The George Hurd Activity Centre is a lively, friendly and bustling daytime venue for the new town's older generation to meet and socialise in the very heart of Basildon. Originally established in 1969 by Councillor George Hurd, the centre has been established in a purpose built complex since May 2008.
Facilities, activities, entertainment and day trips
- Card crafts, keep fit, yoga, bridge, whist, strictly fit steps, Pilates, seated keep fit, flower arranging, indoor bowls, darts, chess, bingo, table tennis, computer classes and much much more - Most classes still have places available, please contact the office for details.
- Games room, lounge and dining room
- Hairdresser: Monday and Friday
- Social events
- Tea Bar
- Hot Meal Mondays and Fish & Chip Fridays (toasties are available Tues, Weds & Thurs)
- Day trips throughout the year, e.g. London Shows, Seaside trips, River Cruise, Cream Teas and Castle tours.
Opening Times
- Mon-Fri: 9.00 - 16:30 (closed on bank holidays).
Weekly activities and planned day trips
- George Hurd Activity Centre - Trips 2023 (PDF, 58 KB)
- George Hurd Activity Centre - Activity List 2025 (PDF, 242 KB)(opens new window)
Specialised transport to and from the activity centre
We can help arrange specialised community transport to and from the George Hurd Activity Centre for those who need it. For further information see Basildon Community Transport Services (opens new window).
Membership
Membership is open to anyone over the age of 50.
Membership fees (April to March):
- £52 per household for Basildon residents
- £54 per household Residents outside the borough
To apply for a membership, please complete and return the following application form:
- George Hurd Activity Centre - Membership Application Form (Word doc, 559 KB)(opens new window) - Microsoft Word format. You can save this application form and then complete it on your device before printing.
- George Hurd Activity Centre - Membership Application Form (PDF, 211 KB)(opens new window) - Adobe Acrobat format. You can print this application form and then complete it by hand.
- Membership forms are also available from the George Hurd Centre office.
Please return your completed application form to the George Hurd Activity Centre, Members' Committee Office in person so that you can arrange payment of your membership fees. Once fee payment has been arranged our staff will prepare your Membership Pack and welcome you as a member of the George Hurd Activity Centre.
The members' committee
The George Hurd Activity Centre supports a members' committee. The members' committee meets regularly to put forward suggestions for day trips, events and entertainment.