Gillingham Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

The rusting hulk of this old boat sits at the edge of the peninsula walk at the Country Park. Part of the parks 247 acres, there are some amazing sights to see from wildlife to the remains of many boats dotted along the shoreline. With plenty of parking and a cafe at the parks entrance I would recommend this for a leisurely stroll. Or to see more it makes a great bike ride. #Beachbound #Abandoned
The rusting hulk of this old boat sits at the edge of the peninsula walk at the Country Park. Part of the parks 247 acres, there are some amazing sights to see from wildlife to the remains of many boats dotted along the shoreline. With plenty of parking and a cafe at the parks entrance I would recommend this for a leisurely stroll. Or to see more it makes a great bike ride. #Beachbound #Abandoned
Another angle of Motney Hill showing the industrial landscape in the background. It really is a great place to photograph.
Wreck of an old boat, sitting just off the river side at Motney Hill, North Kent. Part of the Riverside Country Park, this coastal walk takes in a varied amount of wildlife, from many species of birds who dwell in the salt marshes and mudflats to the seals often seen sitting on the little islands dotted around the estuary.
Darland Banks, Gillingham, United Kingdom

Where to stay in Gillingham

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Brompton

While visiting Brompton, you might make a stop by sights like Fort Amherst and Chatham Naval Memorial.

Brompton
King Charles Hotel

King Charles Hotel

3 out of 5
Brompton Road Gillingham England
The price is NZ$100 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
NZ$100
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gillingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
The room was very clean, few little issues nothing major. Staff are brilliant, helpful, friendly and efficient. Restaurant food was excellent, home cooked and well presented. My only criticism that my room was above the smoking area so did smell of cigarette smoke occasionally

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

King Charles Hotel
ORIDA Maidstone Hotel

ORIDA Maidstone Hotel

3 out of 5
Bearsted Rd Maidstone England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$140 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$140
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Maidstone. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,235 reviews)
Nice atmosphere and good restaurant

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

ORIDA Maidstone Hotel
Spring River Ebbsfleet by Marston's Inns

Spring River Ebbsfleet by Marston's Inns

3 out of 5
Talbot Lane Gravesend England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$110 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$110
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Gravesend. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Good facilities

Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026

Spring River Ebbsfleet by Marston's Inns
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Hogwarts Bed and Continental Breakfast

Hogwarts Bed and Continental Breakfast

3 out of 5
Bell Farm Lane Sheerness England
Stay at this cottage in Sheerness. Enjoy free parking, daily housekeeping and a picnic area. Popular attractions Minster Gatehouse Museum and Barton's Point ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (118 reviews)
The room was lovely. The people so friendly couldnt do enough for you absolutely amazing cant wait to go back there

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

Hogwarts Bed and Continental Breakfast
Cosy Fisherman’s Cottage, minutes from High Street, Harbour & Beach

Cosy Fisherman’s Cottage, minutes from High Street, Harbour & Beach

Whitstable England
Stay at this holiday home in Whitstable. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and cable/satellite TV service. Our guests praise the property condition in their ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (105 reviews)
Wonderful house, perfect location.Spotless and well equipped.Really couldn't ask for more.

Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025

Cosy Fisherman’s Cottage, minutes from High Street, Harbour & Beach
Minutes from Whitstable beach and high street. Sleeps up to 6

Minutes from Whitstable beach and high street. Sleeps up to 6

Whitstable
Stay at this cottage in Whitstable. Enjoy laundry facilities. Popular attractions Canterbury Cathedral and Playhouse Theatre Whitstable are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
Awesome
Ideal location, lovely cottage, great food and drink nearby and super seafront walks…

Reviewed on 26 May 2025

Minutes from Whitstable beach and high street. Sleeps up to 6
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Popular places to visit

The rusting hulk of this old boat sits at the edge of the peninsula walk at the Country Park. Part of the parks 247 acres, there are some amazing sights to see from wildlife to the remains of many boats dotted along the shoreline. With plenty of parking and a cafe at the parks entrance I would recommend this for a leisurely stroll. Or to see more it makes a great bike ride. #Beachbound #Abandoned

Riverside Country Park

Riverside Country Park is just one of the places to see in Gillingham, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this quaint area's seaside and enjoy its lively bars.

Riverside Country Park
The rusting hulk of this old boat sits at the edge of the peninsula walk at the Country Park. Part of the parks 247 acres, there are some amazing sights to see from wildlife to the remains of many boats dotted along the shoreline. With plenty of parking and a cafe at the parks entrance I would recommend this for a leisurely stroll. Or to see more it makes a great bike ride. #Beachbound #Abandoned

Eastcourt Meadows Country Park

Explore the great outdoors at Eastcourt Meadows Country Park, a lovely green space in Gillingham. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Eastcourt Meadows Country Park

Gillingham Business Park

After visiting Gillingham Business Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Gillingham. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Gillingham Business Park

Priestfield Stadium

Catch an event at Priestfield Stadium during your trip to Gillingham. Visit the spas and lively bars in this quaint area.

Priestfield Stadium

Silver Blades Ice Rink

Catch an event at Silver Blades Ice Rink during your trip to Gillingham. Visit the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.

Silver Blades Ice Rink

Fort Amherst

Learn about the local history of Chatham with a stop at Fort Amherst. Make time to visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Fort Amherst

Activities

Rochester Private 2hr Walking Tour With A Blue Badge Guide

Rochester Private 2hr Walking Tour With A Blue Badge Guide

NZ$407
per traveller
Rochester Private 2hr Walking Tour With A Blue Badge Guide
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Cities near Gillingham

A local landmark.

Rochester

Leeds Castle which includes a river or creek, heritage architecture and heritage elements

Maidstone

Boxley Warren is a Local Nature Reserve north of Maidstone in Kent.

Boxley