Gillingham, United Kingdom

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Alternative names: Population: 101.2 thous.Elevation: 157 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 51°23'15"N, 0°32'9"E
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Gillingham Top Attractions

Gillingham Attractions - What to See and Explore

Gillingham offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Rochester Cathedral, Rochester Castle, Upnor Castle, The Historic Dockyard Chatham. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

  • rochester cathedral gillingham
    Norman edifice with a 14th-century door

    Rochester Cathedral

    Rochester Cathedral, a beacon of English heritage and a testament to architectural grandeur, stands proudly in the heart of Rochester, England. This magnificent cathedral, which dates back to 604 AD, is not just the second oldest in England but also an enduring symbol...

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    Historic Norman edifice

    Rochester Castle

    Standing proudly above the River Medway in Kent, Rochester Castle is an imposing medieval fortress that has been a sentinel over the ancient city of Rochester for centuries. With its origins dating back to the 1080s, this castle in Rochester, England, is steeped in...

  • upnor castle gillingham
    Museum • Military museum • Forts and castles

    Upnor Castle

    Upnor Castle is an Elizabethan artillery fort located on the west bank of the River Medway in Kent. It is in the village of Upnor, opposite and a short distance downriver from the Chatham Dockyard, at one time a key naval facility.

  • the historic dockyard chatham gillingham
    Museum • Specialty museum

    The Historic Dockyard Chatham

    Chatham Historic Dockyard is a maritime museum on part of the site of the former royal/naval dockyard at Chatham in Kent, South East England. Chatham Dockyard covered 400 acres and was one of the Royal Navy's main facilities for several hundred years until it was closed in 1984. After closure the dockyard was divided into three sections.

  • priestfield stadium gillingham
    Arenas and stadiums • Football • Sport

    Priestfield Stadium

    Priestfield Stadium is a football stadium in Gillingham, Kent. It has been the home of Gillingham Football Club since the club's formation in 1893, and was also the temporary home of Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club for two seasons during the 1990s.

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    Church

    St Nicholas Church

    St Nicholas Church is a former parish church in Rochester, Kent, England, next to Rochester Cathedral. It is now the offices of the Board of Education of the Diocese of Rochester. It is a Grade I listed building.

  • cooling castle gillingham
    Entertainment • Forts and castles • Vernacular architecture

    Cooling Castle

    Cooling Castle is a 14th-century quadrangular castle in the village of Cooling, Kent on the Hoo Peninsula about 6 miles north of Rochester.

  • eastgate house gillingham
    Museum • History museum

    Eastgate House

    Eastgate House is a Grade I listed Elizabethan townhouse in Rochester, Kent, England. It is notable for its association with author Charles Dickens, featuring as Westgate in The Pickwick Papers and as the Nun's House in The Mystery of Edwin Drood.

  • fort amherst gillingham
    Museum • Military museum • Military base

    Fort Amherst

    Fort Amherst, in Medway, South East England, was constructed in 1756 at the southern end of the Brompton lines of defence to protect the southeastern approaches to Chatham Dockyard and the River Medway against a French invasion.

  • riverside country park gillingham
    Park • Grange

    Riverside Country Park

    Riverside Country Park is a large coastal public park, situated alongside the River Medway estuary between Gillingham and Rainham. The park covers about 100 hectares - approximately 247 acres.

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    Bridge

    Rochester Bridge

    Rochester Bridge in Rochester, Medway was for centuries the lowest fixed crossing of the River Medway in South East England.

  • chatham naval memorial gillingham
    Memorial • Cemetery • Sculpture

    Chatham Naval Memorial

    Chatham Naval Memorial is a large obelisk situated in the town of Chatham, Kent, which is in the Medway Towns. The memorial is a feature of the Great Lines Heritage Park.

  • rochester guildhall gillingham
    Museum • Specialty museum • History museum

    Rochester Guildhall

    The Rochester Guildhall is an historic building located in the High Street in Rochester, Kent, England. It is a Grade I listed building.

  • restoration house gillingham
    Museum • Historical place • History museum

    Restoration House

    Restoration House in Rochester, Kent in England, is a fine example of an Elizabethan mansion. It is so named after the visit of King Charles II on the eve of his restoration.

  • royal engineers museum gillingham
    Museum • Military museum • History museum

    Royal Engineers Museum

    The Royal Engineers Museum, Library and Archive is a military engineering museum and library in Gillingham, Kent. It tells the story of the Corps of Royal Engineers and British military engineering in general.

  • st margarets church gillingham
    Church

    St. Margaret's Church

    St Margaret's Church, Rochester is now a Chapel of Ease within the parish of St Peter with St Margaret, Rochester. Previously it was the parish church of St Margaret's Without. Thorpe records it as having previously been called St Margaret's in Suthgate. The building is a Grade II* listed building, English Heritage number 173172.

  • kent police museum gillingham
    Museum • Brompton

    Kent Police Museum

    The Kent Police Museum is located at Faversham Police Station in Kent, England. The museum was previously located within Chatham Dockyard. In September 2015 it relocated to temporary accommodation at the Kent Police Headquarters in Maidstone, and moved to Faversham on 8 Dec 2016.

  • fort darnet gillingham
    Forts and castles

    Fort Darnet

    Fort Darnet, is a nineteenth-century military installation on the River Medway in Kent, England, that formed part of the defences of Chatham Naval Dockyard.

  • tower hill to cockham wood gillingham
    Forest

    Tower Hill to Cockham Wood

    Tower Hill to Cockham Wood is a 47.8-hectare biological and geological Site of Special Scientific Interest on the northern outskirts of Rochester in Kent. It contains two Geological Conservation Review sites.

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Forts and castles

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    Rochester Castle

    Rochester West, GillinghamHistoric Norman edifice
    Romanesque architectureForts and castles
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    Upnor Castle

    Frindsbury Extra, Gillingham
    MuseumMilitary museumForts and castles
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    Cooling Castle

    Hoo Peninsula, Gillingham
    EntertainmentForts and castlesVernacular architecture
  • fort amherst gillingham

    Fort Amherst

    Chatham, Gillingham
    MuseumMilitary museumMilitary baseChatham Town Centre
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    Fort Darnet

    Gillingham
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Military museum

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    Upnor Castle

    Frindsbury Extra, Gillingham
    MuseumMilitary museumForts and castles
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    Fort Amherst

    Chatham, Gillingham
    MuseumMilitary museumMilitary baseChatham Town Centre
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    Royal Engineers Museum

    Chatham, Gillingham
    MuseumMilitary museumHistory museumBrompton
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    HMS Cavalier

    Chatham, Gillingham
    MuseumMilitary museumHistory museumBrompton
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Day trips

Gillingham – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Gillingham, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Leeds Castle (Maidstone), Sissinghurst Castle Garden (Cranbrook), Wentworth Club.

  • leeds castle maidstone10 milesSE
    Historic landmark with a moat and maze

    Leeds Castle, Maidstone

    Leeds Castle, often referred to as "the loveliest castle in the world," is a quintessential historical attraction nestled in the charming countryside of Maidstone, Kent, in England. This impressive stone fortress, surrounded by a picturesque moat and set within acres...

  • sissinghurst castle garden cranbrook19 milesS
    Park, Garden, Historical place

    Sissinghurst Castle Garden, Cranbrook

    Nestled in the quaint town of Cranbrook in the United Kingdom, Sissinghurst Castle Garden is a horticultural masterpiece that beckons garden enthusiasts and tourists alike. This renowned garden in England is celebrated for its romantic design, vibrant floral displays...

  • wentworth club49 milesW
    Golf

    Wentworth Club

    Nestled in the verdant Surrey countryside, Wentworth Club stands as an emblem of British golfing heritage. This exclusive golf course, with its meticulously manicured greens and fairways, has been a fixture of the United Kingdom's sporting landscape since its...

  • princes golf club37 milesE
    Golf

    Princes Golf Club

    Princes Golf Club, nestled in the charming county of Kent in the United Kingdom, is a true haven for golf enthusiasts. This prestigious golf course, with its rich history and stunning coastal setting, offers golfers of all levels a challenging and enjoyable experience.

  • kursaal southend13 milesNE
    Game and entertainment center, Sport venue, Architecture

    Kursaal, Southend

    The Kursaal is a landmark of Southend-on-Sea, a seaside resort town in the United Kingdom. Once boasting one of the world's first purpose-built amusement parks, the Kursaal was opened in 1901 as a glittering hub of entertainment and leisure.

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Best Time To Visit Gillingham

Learn when is the best time to travel to Gillingham weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

Popularity among visitors

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June and July are the busiest months in this location. Many people also choose to visit in August.

Average temperatures in °F

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The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.

Monthly rainfall in inches

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in February, April and July. Most of it rains in January, October, November and December.

Length of day in hours

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the top attractions to visit in Gillingham?

The top attractions to visit in Gillingham are:

What is the best time to visit Gillingham?

June and July are the busiest months in this location. Many people also choose to visit in August. The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.

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