What to do and see in Dartford, England: The Best Budget-friendly Things to do

September 11, 2021 Darleen Reid

Dartford is the principal town in the Borough of Dartford, Kent, England. It is located 18 miles south-east of Central London, and is situated adjacent to the London Borough of Bexley to its west. To its north, across the Thames estuary, is Thurrock in Essex, which can be reached via the Dartford Crossing and the Dartford Tunnel.
Restaurants in Dartford

1. The Orchard Theatre

Home Gardens, Dartford DA1 1ED England +44 1322 220000 https://orchardtheatre.co.uk/Online/
Excellent
56%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
3%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 610 reviews

The Orchard Theatre

Reviewed By BunglesSpurs

Love The Orchard, such a nice and friendly atmosphere. Staff are very attentive. Loved Blood Brothers too.

2. Central Park

Dartford DA1 1EU England http://www.dartford.gov.uk/by-category/leisure-and-culture2/parks-and-open-spaces/central-park2
Excellent
54%
Good
37%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 121 reviews

Central Park

Reviewed By MarcusHurley - Bristol, United Kingdom

We had to come into the town for a takeaway during lockdown and while waiting for the food we visited the park. We were pleasantly surprised at how well maintained it was and how clean, in contrast to the rest of the town. There was a nice formal area with flower beds and benches as well as a kids play area and a playing field. A real asset to the town.

3. Hesketh Park

Hesketh Park Pilgrims Way, Dartford DA1 1QZ England http://www.dartford.gov.uk/by-category/leisure-and-culture2/parks-and-open-spaces/heskethpark
Excellent
52%
Good
39%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 23 reviews

Hesketh Park

4. The Dartford Jug

8 Market Street, Dartford DA1 1ET England +44 1322 276600 [email protected] http://thedartfordjug.co.uk/
Excellent
77%
Good
19%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
4%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 26 reviews

The Dartford Jug

Reviewed By Ruth42 - Dartford, United Kingdom

Relaxed atmosphere with friendly and helpful staff. A good selection of beer and ciders which change frequently. Staff are very knowledgeable and the bar is clean and tidy. Definitely recommend a visit.

5. Dartford Borough Museum

Dartford Central Library & Museum Market Street, Dartford DA1 1EU England +44 1322 224739 museum @dartford.gov.uk http://www.dartford.gov.uk/museum/
Excellent
46%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
20%
Poor
7%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 41 reviews

Dartford Borough Museum

Reviewed By carolinefmcg1971

This is a lovely local Museum that is a pleasure to visit. The staff are incredible, knowledgeable, pleasant and patience of a saint with the nosey little people, I had with me. American visitor I brought loved it.

6. Darenth Country Park

Darenth Park Avenue, Dartford DA2 6LZ England +44 300 041 4141 http://www.kent.gov.uk/leisure-and-community/parks-and-outdoor-activities/find-a-park/darenth-country-park
Excellent
36%
Good
45%
Satisfactory
16%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 58 reviews

Darenth Country Park

Reviewed By Mcdougal48 - Kent, United Kingdom

For how close this is to where we live, we were amazed by the space on offer and so little people around to enjoy it - check out the fruit orchard, I'm looking forward to autumn when we can go and sample some of the fruit on offer - apples, pears, plums, cherries and more besides - you are allowed to have some as per the signs, but cannot turn up with baskets to scrump the stuff - it's there for everyone to enjoy, and it's pristine down there because so little people go to see it, I hope more people will go and enjoy this place but continue to keep it looking as lovely as it is, a little slice of heaven in the smoke and traffic of Dartford. Just behind the posh housing estate behind Darent Valley, lots of parking - height restricted I believe.

7. Dartford Heath

Heath Lane, Dartford DA1 2TN England http://www.kent.gov.uk/leisure_and_culture/countryside_and_coast/parks_and_open_spaces/country_parks/dartford_heath.aspx
Excellent
40%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
30%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 20 reviews

Dartford Heath

Reviewed By sneakypeaky - London, United Kingdom

Really love going here it's a really nice place to visit with the wide open landscape surrounded by lovely dark green trees. Really nice place to ride a bike and for the more adventurist try the dips. Great for mountain bikes or BMX's. Keep away from the industrial part you get a lot of cars sitting around waiting for their own little adventure... unless you want that! Nice place on the right side of the Heath though!

8. Beacon Wood Country Park

Southfleet Road, Dartford DA2 8BS England http://beaconwood.webeden.co.uk/
Excellent
35%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
19%
Poor
0%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 26 reviews

Beacon Wood Country Park

Reviewed By DebBarrett42 - Benfleet, United Kingdom

Lovely woodlands to stroll through. Easy to find, well signposted. £1 to park in an honesty box. Perfect place to walk and work up an appetite for a local pub lunch!! Active/gym equipment along the way, enjoyed by adults and children alike!! Little gem.

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