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 RM199 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
RM199
RM239 total
26 Jan - 27 Jan
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! (1,000 reviews)
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Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

King Charles 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 RM220 per night from 5 Feb to 6 Feb
RM220
RM264 total
5 Feb - 6 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! (1,003 reviews)
Clean A/C rooms and friendly staff

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Spring River Ebbsfleet by Marston's Inns
Holiday Inn London-Bexley by IHG

Holiday Inn London-Bexley by IHG

4 out of 5
Southwold Road Bexley England
The price is RM249 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
RM249
RM299 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bexley. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (260 reviews)
Excellent all round, nice friendly staff, good breakfast, would definitely stay again

Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026

Holiday Inn London-Bexley by IHG
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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! (117 reviews)
Great experience

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Hogwarts Bed and Continental Breakfast
The Dairy - Seaside Couples Escape in Whitstable

The Dairy - Seaside Couples Escape in Whitstable

3 out of 5
Whitstable England
Stay at this cottage in Whitstable. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and a garden. Popular attractions Canterbury Cathedral and MFA Bowl Whitstable are located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (6 reviews)
Easy check in, clean room, comfortable bed

Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025

The Dairy - Seaside Couples Escape in Whitstable
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
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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

Things to do

Rochester Private 2hr Walking Tour With A Blue Badge Guide

Rochester Private 2hr Walking Tour With A Blue Badge Guide

RM957
per traveller
Rochester Private 2hr Walking Tour With A Blue Badge Guide
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Reviews of Gillingham

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Guest rating
5 - Excellent
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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%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 7%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 10%

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.

Leeds Castle which includes chateau or palace, heritage architecture and heritage elements

Maidstone

Historic Dockyard Chatham showing a marina and boating

Chatham