Borough of Gravesham

Gravesend is in the Borough of Gravesham and is bordered by Northfleet, Milton and Springhead. 

 

Did you know?
  • Milton Chantry is a former chantry chapel in Gravesend. It is within the Fort Gardens and is designated by English Heritage as a Grade II listed building. 
  • During the reign of Elizabeth I the first windmill was placed on top of the highest point in Gravesend.

 

Look Out For

Guru Nanak Darbar Gurdwara – One of the biggest Sikh temples in Europe

Pocahontas Statue – This statue commemorates the remarkable story of a Native American woman called Pocahontas.

Gravesend Town Pier and Pontoon – Grade II listed Town Pier is the oldest surviving cast iron pier in the world. Experience panoramic views of the river at all times of the day.

Gravesend Borough Market - Take a stroll round one of the oldest markets in Kent. Overlooking the river Thames, the market is open Tuesday-Sunday.

Cyclopark – A multi-sport open-air centre, with a wide array of different bike tracks, a skate park and a kid’s playground. 

 

Shopping 

Gravesend benefits from a range of different shopping centres such as St George’s and Thamesgate as well as being a short drive from Bluewater.

 

Eat

Italiano - An Italian restaurant serving a selection of excellent authentic food.

Sukhothai Thai Restaurant - A traditional Thai restaurant with attentive and friendly staff.

Kohinoor - A great Indian restaurant, operating with bring-your-own-alcohol policy

 

Drink 

Silk Bar - A thriving venue making it the perfect place for drinks with friends

The Compass Alehouse - A traditional pub with a great atmosphere 

The Three Daws - A historic riverside pub, perfect for summer evenings

 

Properties 

Gravesend has a range of properties such as Grade II listed buildings, Victorian and Edwardian terraces and many more.

 

Trains 

Gravesend to London Blackfriars in 1 hour and 5 minutes

Gravesend to London St Pancras International in 24 minutes

Gravesend to London Charing Cross in 1 hour and 5 minutes

 
Other Transport

Ebbsfleet International train station connects travellers with European cities such as Paris, Brussels and Lille via Eurostar services, as well as London & South East England via Southeastern high-speed.

Popular National Express service from Gravesend 

The River Ferry runs a service every half hour from Gravesend Town Pier pontoon to Tilbury Riverside, with bus and rail connections to Gray’s Railway Station, East London, the City and Southend. The Ferry operates from Monday to Saturday (except Bank Holidays).

 

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