BRIGHTLINGSEA Regent bowed out of the Essex Senior Cup after a 4-1 defeat at Brentwood Town tonight.

James Webster's side found themselves three-down at half-time, in the third-round tie.

Ricky Griggs pulled one back early in the second period, converting from close range after a low cross from the left.

But Brentwood netted again to seal their victory and book their place in the last 16.