Billericay
is a town located in Basildon, Essex.
Billericay is 28 miles east of central London
and is a large town with a population of over 35,000.
Billericay
was born at the time of the Roman invasion (52BC-54BC) and several areas in
Billericay have Roman remains. When buildings have been previously prepared,
they have unearthed some of the burials from the Roman invasion. There is now a
new road built over their findings called Roman Way.
Billericay
is home to the well-respected Billericay
School, whose alumni
include actor Mike Edmond and comedian Lee Evans. Buildings that attract
tourists to the High street include The Chantry House and St Mary Magdalen
Church.
Neighbouring
towns to Billericay include Brentwood (6km).
http://www.davidleonard.org/LocalHistory.html
