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Leeds Castle
A castle on islands in a lake formed by the River Len in Kent, often called the loveliest castle in the world.
17 km · about 20 min drive
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Gillingham
England, United Kingdom · Europe
About Gillingham
Gillingham is worth a stop: 5 minutes from Hoo, 17km from Leeds Castle.
Gillingham is in England, United Kingdom, with about 100,000 people. You drive on the left here. The nearest town is Hoo, about 4 km away.
Gillingham railway station is on the Chatham Main Line in England, serving the town of Gillingham, Kent. It is 35 miles 75 chains (57.8 km) down the line from London Victoria and is situated between Chatham and Rainham.
The station and most trains that call are operated by Southeastern. Following a timetable change onRead more
20 May 2018, some trains are also operated by Govia Thameslink. It is commonly suffixed as Gillingham (Kent) to distinguish it from the similarly named station in Dorset.
The station first opened in 1858. It currently has three platforms (two for London-bound services and one for country-bound services) and a passenger lift from the station entrance to the platforms.
The station underwent an extensive facelift between 2010 and 2012. This included a new entrance, better pavements, new roof, refurbished waiting rooms, and new cycle storage units.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see near Gillingham?
Within an hour or so of Gillingham: Leeds Castle (17 km), Brands Hatch Circuit (20 km), Johnsons Cafe (21 km), Hever Castle (38 km).
Are there any good drives near Gillingham?
The nearest famous roads are Crystal Palace Circuit and Goodwood Festival of Speed.
Where is Gillingham?
Gillingham is in England, United Kingdom, about 4 km from Hoo.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 101,187
- Continent
- Europe
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Region
- England
- Timezone
- Europe/London
- Coordinates
- 51.3891, 0.5486
Emergency & Services
Essential numbers in United Kingdom
112 also works. NHS non-emergency medical advice: 111. National Highways breakdown assistance on motorways: 0300 123 5000.
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Worth the detour from Gillingham
8 notable places within an hour's drive.
racetrack
Brands Hatch Circuit
Legendary undulating British racing circuit in Kent hosting major motorsport events and offering car racing experiences.
20 km · about 25 min drive
cafe
Johnsons Cafe
A well-known biker cafe on the A127 in Essex, serving as a gathering point for London and Essex riders for generations.
21 km · about 25 min drive
castle
Hever Castle
Romantic 13th-century double-moated castle that was the childhood home of Anne Boleyn, set within award-winning gardens and a 38-acre lake.
38 km · about 45 min drive
cathedral
Canterbury Cathedral
Seat of the Archbishop of Canterbury and one of the oldest Christian structures in England.
39 km · about 45 min drive
castle
Bodiam Castle
A 14th-century moated castle in East Sussex, renowned for its picturesque setting and well-preserved exterior.
43 km · about 50 min drive
historic highway
Crystal Palace Circuit
A parkland racing circuit in south London that ran until 1972 and still hosts occasional sprint events. Sections of the old track survive as park roads and footpaths, complete with original kerbing among the Victorian terraces.
43 km · about 50 min drive
film location
Bodiam Castle (Monty Python and the Holy Grail)
The moated East Sussex castle used in Monty Python and the Holy Grail and many period productions.
43 km · about 50 min drive
Driving roads near Gillingham
2 named roads, passes and coastal drives within 150km.
- 43 kmCrystal Palace CircuitA parkland racing circuit in south London that ran until 1972 and still hosts occasional sprint events. Sections of the old track survive as park roads and footpaths, complete with original kerbing among the Victorian terraces.
Driving in United Kingdom
- Drives on
- the left
- Petrol
- ~€1.73/litre
- Motorway tolls
- None
When to drive here
April to October
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