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From the Thames riverside and historic market town to charming villages and remarkable heritage, Gravesend offers memorable days out and short breaks, surprisingly close to London.
The maritime town of Gravesend is an ideal place for a short stay. The borough of Gravesham has the Thames riverside, countryside, historic villages and picturesque parishes for you to enjoy. All this and it’s only 24 minutes from London and has convenient links from Ebbsfleet International Station to continental Europe. So, come and visit Gravesend!
Explore Gravesend’s historic riverside and heritage
Enjoy good food at one of the traditional pubs along the river
Discover the town’s Chartered Borough Market, dating back to 1268
Be amazed by the magnificent Sikh Temple, one of the largest in Europe
Pay a visit to the villages of Cobham and Higham, both renowned for their numerous historic links, including famous writer Charles Dickens