Top 10 Budget-friendly Things to do in Gravesend, England

July 31, 2021 Concepcion Newsome

Gravesend /ˌɡreɪvzˈɛnd/ is an ancient town in northwest Kent, England, situated 21 miles (35 km) east-southeast of Charing Cross (central London) on the south bank of the Thames Estuary and opposite Tilbury in Essex. Located in the diocese of Rochester, it is the administrative centre of the Borough of Gravesham.
Restaurants in Gravesend

1. The Compass Alehouse

7 Manor Road, Gravesend DA12 1AA England +44 7951 550949 http://www.facebook.com/thecompassalehouse
Excellent
77%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
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Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 30 reviews

The Compass Alehouse

Reviewed By Sagemaster

The atmosphere was brilliant, a real old school boozer. Plenty of banter, ribaldry and general rumbustiousness. My fellow customers were very sociable and after the events of the day before getting there it lifted my mood immeasurably. Jon and Rachael have created somewhere that is a pleasure to visit even given the 10pm closing and the no two households mixing indoors. As Arnie once said; I'll be back!

2. The Panic Room

7 Berkley Crescent, Gravesend DA12 2AH England +44 1474 340255 [email protected] http://thepanicroom.net/
Excellent
95%
Good
5%
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5.0 based on 3,661 reviews

The Panic Room

Are you ready for the ultimate escape room experience? Over 20 different experiences to choose from, which adventure will you go on? At The Panic Room, excitement is just around the corner. There are 60 minutes on the clock and the moment you step in time starts ticking! Your goal is simple: Get out before you are out of time! Puzzles, challenges and clues are all around you. Can you and your team work together to uncover the secrets hidden within the hour? Over the last 4 years, this independent husband and wife run business has worked extremely hard to become the UK’s Largest Escape Room venue! Now offering over 20 different experiences to choose from, there truly is something for everyone! We also have the honour of having a 2017, 2018 & 2019 TripAdvisor Certificate Of Excellence, 2 Golden Key 2017 awards, 1 Golden Key 2018 award and the winner of the 2018 Gravesham Business Awards! So what are you waiting for? Book Now!

Reviewed By lmf54

My son book tickets for the Dino Land experience for us and his three children ages 7, 9 and 11 and we had a brilliant time, the best thing about it was great fun for everyone from youngest to eldest. We were taken round by our own Ranger Mandi who was never far away if we needed help but also left us on our own to work through the clues together; these ranged from some quite easy to some needing a bit of thought which made us work together. Best activity we have done as a family for a long time and as soon as we had finished all three children were looking to see what they could do next. Thank you also for the staff who were very accomadating even though we were a bit late arriving.

3. The Mug and Meeple

West St Town Pier Square, Gravesend DA11 0BJ England +44 1474 770030 [email protected] http://www.themugandmeeple.co.uk
Excellent
96%
Good
4%
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5.0 based on 26 reviews

The Mug and Meeple

The Mug and Meeple is a gamer cafe for everyone. With free wifi for customers, a comfy seating area and great coffee and tea you can just come and relax. But why would you want to when you could have access to our extensive board game library or take part in one of our many organised clubs or activities. Our staff will help you choose and play the right game for you.

Reviewed By edwardh673

We spent the afternoon here - friendly, welcoming staff, a great selection of games to play, and we'll definitely be back! We actually felt a little bit guilty that we spent so little - £15 between the three of us for the table rental and some coffees, which is absurdly cheap for the hours of fun that we had. They also have a large selection of games for sale, so we plan on buying some next time just to show our support! Thanks Mug and Meeple, and see you again soon!

4. New Tavern Fort

Fort Gardens, Gravesend England http://www.discovergravesham.co.uk/gravesend/new-tavern-fort.html
Excellent
54%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
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4.5 based on 54 reviews

New Tavern Fort

Reviewed By kellybain28

Love visiting the prom/ new fort tavern especially when the underground bunker is open which tends to be when the regatta is on. The area is open, clean with nice flowers planted while its steeped with history and you can get close to some of the old guns. Ok cafe and two play areas

5. Guru Nanak Darbar Gurdwara

Saddington Street, Gravesend DA12 1AG England +44 1474 350611 [email protected] http://www.gurunanakdarbar.org/
Excellent
80%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 143 reviews

Guru Nanak Darbar Gurdwara

One of the biggest Gurdwaras in Europe hosting fantastic facilities for Sikhs and the wider community, including three Meditation Halls, two Langar Halls, fully equipped Lecture Theatre seating 140 people, ICT suite, Library, Meeting Room, etc. Nursery provision to be developed. The compex also includes Sports fields and Sports Hall (home of Guru Nanak Football Club, Kabaddi, Karate, Basketball, etc), Guru Nanak Day Centre for the Elderly, and Punjabi School at weekends.

Reviewed By Vacation698336

Just a totally wonderful experience. Made to feel welcome the moment we entered. Sat in on the 'service' in the peace of it all. Everyone there had a smile for us and I was surprised at the relaxed feel in the prayer room. We were then invited to have food and sat on the floor to enjoy the hospitality given.

6. The Woodville

Woodville Halls Woodville Place, Gravesend DA12 1DD England +44 1474 337500 [email protected] https://www.woodville.co.uk/
Excellent
55%
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4.5 based on 97 reviews

The Woodville

Built in 1968 as part of the new Civic Centre, Woodville Halls has hosted dance schools, local shows and national talent. Our main auditorium is capable of seating 650 patrons across three levels or of being transformed into a flat floor space for cabaret performances for 380 seated at tables and 100 seated in the circle. Beneath the Main Auditorium is our Studio Theatre, sponsored by O2 Gravesend. This space is used to present familiar plays and new pieces of theatre and play hosts to our monthly Comedy Club. The Studio Theatre, sponsored by O2 Gravesend can accommodate up to 180 seated patrons and has a bar at the rear of the seating area.

Reviewed By SassySarahH74

We visit The Woodville often, for their films, live tribute acts and more. We always attend the Panto at Christmas time....and as usual, it was fantastic! Exciting, funny, uplifting and very interactive! My daughter aged 20 has special needs and loves all of the Woodville shows. The staff are fantastic, and always friendly and attentive. I cannot praise this venue, their performers and their staff enough!

7. Paul Greengrass Cinema

Woodville Halls Woodville Place, Gravesend DA12 1DD England +44 1474 337459 http://www.woodville.co.uk/paulgreengrasscinema.php
Excellent
45%
Good
41%
Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 22 reviews

Paul Greengrass Cinema

8. Shorne Woods Country Park

Brewers Road Shorne, Gravesend DA12 3HX England +44 300 041 4747 http://www.kent.gov.uk/leisure-and-community/kent-country-parks/shorne-woods-country-park
Excellent
53%
Good
37%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 454 reviews

Shorne Woods Country Park

Reviewed By KentEnglandLife - Chatham, United Kingdom

A fantastic park with a cafe,visitor centre,parks for the kiddies and a few walking trails. There is also the old site of Randall Manor as well as the old RAF air raid shelters within the Country park boundary. The views around the park are stunning in every season. If your local, make sure you spend a day just walking around this great park.

9. MV Princess Pocahontas

Excellent
64%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
5%
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4.5 based on 55 reviews

MV Princess Pocahontas

Sorry but we have retired after 30 years of serving the general public have enjoyed the clients and groups that have learnt so much about the countries greatest and best highway

10. The Three Daws

6 Town Pier, Gravesend DA11 0BJ England +44 1474 566869 http://www.threedaws.co.uk/
Excellent
62%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 21 reviews

The Three Daws

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