Gillingham

Travel 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 €50 per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
€50
27 Feb - 28 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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Staff on arrival was helpful and pleasant, room was nice size and clean, perfect for my 1 night stay

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

King Charles Hotel
ORIDA Maidstone Hotel

ORIDA Maidstone Hotel

3 out of 5
Bearsted Rd Maidstone England
The price is €102 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
€102
16 Mar - 17 Mar
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. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,250 reviews)
Check in was good, restaurant and bar available, comfortable bed . The bathroom was tired and a bit shabby.

Reviewed on 23 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
The price is €56 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
€56
12 Mar - 13 Mar
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. ...
Spring River Ebbsfleet by Marston's Inns
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The Lower Bell

The Lower Bell

3 out of 5
201 Old Chatham Road Aylesford England
Stay at this apartment in Aylesford. Enjoy free parking, a business centre and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Oare Marshes Nature Reserve and Kent Life ...
7.8/10 Good! (150 reviews)
Pleasant staff. Warm, clean room

Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025

The Lower Bell
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.
Minutes from Whitstable beach and high street. Sleeps up to 6
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (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
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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

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

The Strand Leisure Park

You can take time to visit The Strand Leisure Park during your travels to Gillingham. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

The Strand Leisure Park

Royal Engineers Museum

You can study the exhibits at Royal Engineers Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Gillingham. Make time to visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its lively bars.

Royal Engineers Museum

Things to do

Rochester Private 2hr Walking Tour With A Blue Badge Guide

Rochester Private 2hr Walking Tour With A Blue Badge Guide

€201
per traveller
Rochester Private 2hr Walking Tour With A Blue Badge Guide
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Reviews of Gillingham

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5 - Excellent 3%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 41%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 38%
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2 - Disappointing 7%
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Gillingham is in the centre of place to go. Good location.

3/5 - Okay

John

Need up date in town

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

The receptionist were very polite and helpful. Offer choice of breakfast to take away , which was prepare on the night .

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

I wasnt visiting to look at the sites. It was a stop over for a wedding but Gillingham looks like it has a lot to offer so woul love to go back and do some sightseeing

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveller

Rundown area. Lacks any decent looking restaurants. Shops old and uninspiring.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Had a great time at a family wedding reception at Gillingham Golf Club.

A local landmark.

Rochester

Leeds Castle showing a river or creek, heritage architecture and heritage elements

Maidstone

Historic Dockyard Chatham featuring a marina and boating

Chatham