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Visiting Basildon Combined Court — practical guide

REVIEWED BY: Sean McNamara on 2026-08-31

Address and contact

Basildon Combined Court The Gore, Basildon, Essex, SS14 2EW

Phone: 0300 123 5577; 0300 303 0642

Family enquiries (national): 0300 123 5577 (Monday–Friday, 8.30am–4.30pm).

What this court handles

  • childcare arrangements
  • Divorce and dissolution
  • Domestic abuse (FL401, non-molestation, occupation)
  • Financial remedy (money and property)
  • housing

Facilities and access

  • Disabled access
  • Hearing loop

Before you travel

1. Confirm your hearing — your notice of hearing names the court and room. If in doubt, phone the court with your case number. 2. Arrive early — aim for 30–45 minutes before your listed time to clear security and find your courtroom. 3. Bring ID and your case papers — photo ID, your hearing notice, bundle/position statement (3 copies: you, the judge, the other side). 4. Security search — court security operates like airport security; arrive with time to spare and leave sharp items out. 5. Ask for the family counter — family cases are handled separately from civil/criminal listings at combined centres.

On the day

  • Check the court list (usually displayed near the entrance) for your case number and courtroom.
  • If a Support Through Court volunteer is available, they can help you find your room and settle.
  • Ask an usher if you need adjustments — quiet room, extra time, or to sit away from the other party.

Related guides

  • [Court day practical guide](../guides/court-day-practical-guide.html)
  • [What happens at a first hearing](../guides/fhdra-first-hearing-guide.html)
  • [Court fees guide](../guides/court-fees-complete-guide.html)

*General information only — not legal advice. Source: HMCTS find-a-court data for Basildon Combined Court (verified 2026-08-27). Always confirm details with the court before travelling.*

AUTONOMOUS REVIEW: approved by the review agent on behalf of Sean McNamara, 2026-08-31.