Food delivery company Deliveroo has announced it is extending its coverage in south Essex to Billericay. 

It means residents in the town can now order food from restaurants and even some shops. 

Deliveroo has announced which businesses have signed up to the app and says it is keen to add more in the coming weeks. 

The restaurants and shops in Billericay which have been added to the website and app are: 

  • Co-op
  • One Stop
  • ASK Italian
  • Giggling Squid
  • Beauvoir Arms
  • Pasha Lounge
  • Annas News
  • Billericay Fish & Chips
  • Coco di Mama
  • Downham Hall
  • Kosthuree
  • Rena Newsagent
  • Thai House
  • The Mesken Bar and Grill
  • Twilights

New customers in Billericay are entitled to £10 off their first order through Deliveroo. 

They will need to use the code WEHAVEARRIVED4 and must spend a minimum of £15. 

Customers have the option to schedule orders via the Deliveroo app up to one day in advance or receive food as soon as possible between 11.30am and 11pm on weekdays and 11.30am and 11pm on weekends.

Harrison Foster, Regional Director in the UK, "Launching in Billericay is a key milestone for Deliveroo.

"Billericay has a thriving foodie community and a wide range of restaurants and retailers, so we’re excited to connect them.

"We look forward to working with our new partners to reach a new customer base and expand their businesses.”

Deliveroo says it is looking for up to 50 people in Billericay to become riders.

Bosses say those who work as riders will be able to work when they want and where they want. 

For more information, visit deliveroo.co.uk.