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Brands Hatch Circuit
Legendary undulating British racing circuit in Kent hosting major motorsport events and offering car racing experiences.
12 km · about 25 min drive
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Gravesend
England, United Kingdom · Europe
About Gravesend
Gravesend works well as a base: 10 minutes from Swanscombe, 28km from Leeds Castle.
Gravesend is in England, United Kingdom, with about 54,000 people. You drive on the left here. The nearest town is Swanscombe, about 4 km away.
Gravesend is a town in northwest Kent, England, situated 21 miles (35 km) east-southeast of Charing Cross (central London) on the south bank of the River Thames, opposite Tilbury in Essex. Located in the Diocese of Rochester, it is the administrative centre of the borough of Gravesham. Gravesend marks the easternRead more
limit of the Greater London Built-up Area, as defined by the UK Office for National Statistics. It had a population of roughly 60,250 in 2021.
Its geographical situation has given Gravesend strategic importance throughout the maritime and communications history of South East England. A Thames Gateway commuter town, it retains strong links with the River Thames, not least through the Port of London Authority Pilot Station, and has witnessed rejuvenation since the advent of High Speed 1 rail services via Gravesend railway station.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see near Gravesend?
Within an hour or so of Gravesend: Brands Hatch Circuit (12 km), Johnsons Cafe (18 km), Leeds Castle (28 km), Pavilion Cafe Victoria Park (30 km).
Are there any good drives near Gravesend?
The nearest famous roads are Crystal Palace Circuit and Goodwood Festival of Speed.
Where is Gravesend?
Gravesend is in England, United Kingdom, about 4 km from Swanscombe.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 54,263
- Continent
- Europe
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Region
- England
- Timezone
- Europe/London
- Coordinates
- 51.4421, 0.3711
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 Gravesend
8 notable places within an hour's drive.
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Johnsons Cafe
A well-known biker cafe on the A127 in Essex, serving as a gathering point for London and Essex riders for generations.
18 km · about 20 min drive
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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.
28 km · about 30 min drive
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Pavilion Cafe Victoria Park
A stylish lakeside cafe in Victoria Park that has become an unofficial weekend gathering spot for London's motorcycle community.
30 km · about 35 min drive
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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.
31 km · about 35 min drive
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The Bike Shed Motorcycle Club
A multi-level motorcycle culture hub in Shoreditch featuring a restaurant, bar, barbershop, and custom bike gallery.
32 km · about 35 min drive
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Bolt London
A motorcycle-focused coffee shop and workspace in London bringing together the riding and creative communities.
32 km · about 35 min drive
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Deus Ex Machina London
The London outpost of the global motorcycle lifestyle brand combining custom bikes, apparel, coffee, and culture.
32 km · about 35 min drive
Driving roads near Gravesend
2 named roads, passes and coastal drives within 150km.
- 31 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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