Gravesend is a town in the county of Kent that lies on banks of the river Thames, opposite Tilbury in the county of Essex and with a ferry service that links the two. A busy town in a popular commuter area, Gravesend is a picturesque town with pretty weatherboard houses reflected on the river. Geographically well placed, Gravesend has played an important role in the history of this area. The location is still of importance today with the opening of the Eurostar railway station at nearby Ebbsfleet.
The Thames and the history of life here are intrinsically linked and Gravesend offers fascinating stories in its architecture, historic sites and people. The Royal Terrace Pier was built in 1844 by J. B. Redman for use by day-trippers to Gravesend, many of whom arrived from London by steamer; Princess Alexandra came here from Denmark in 1863 on her way to marry the Prince of Wales. First built on cast iron doric columns, these were replaced by glass fibre when it was refurbished. Another site of interest to many visitors is St. George's church that dates back to the 18th century; with windows commemorating the American Indian Princess Pocahontas who is buried in the churchyard here.
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21 Darnley Road
Gravesend, DA11 0RZ
The Old Rectory
Springhead Enterprise Park
Gravesend, DA11 8HN
Colyer Rd
Northfleet
Gravesend, DA11 8BG
169 Windmill St
Gravesend, DA12 1AH
Unit N
Northfleet Ind Est
Gravesend, DA11 9SN
39 Livingstone Rd
Gravesend, DA12 5DW
14 Silverbirch Avenue
Meopham
Gravesend, DA13 0TP
7 The Parade
Valley Drive
Gravesend, DA12 5RT
93 Lower Higham Rd
Gravesend, DA12 2NQ
6 Milton Road
Gravesend, DA12 2RE
31 Dene Holm Rd
Northfleet
Gravesend, DA11 8LG
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