Location: Dartford
Top Things to do in Dartford
Top 10 Free Things to do in Dartford, England
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. Stephen Oliver: Studio & Gallery
2. Brooklands Lake
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 9 reviews
Inland Lake and walking area
Reviewed By 0Pete_23 - Dartford, United Kingdom
On the South side of Dartford Park there is a tunnel under Princes Road which leads to the Brooklands Lakes, there are also other many ways into the lakeside from around the area. There is lots of wildlife to see both around, on and in the lakes. There are two main walking paths that take you around the edge of the lakes the shorter of which splits the area into two lakes. The lakes are primarily used for fishing but there are lots of different varieties of water birds and swans can also been seen on the lakes. Terrapins can also be seen either in the water or basking on trees in the sun. A lovely area to walk around whatever the time of year.
3. Central Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 121 reviews
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.
4. Hesketh Park
5. Joyden's Wood
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By joannalanebinkie
Lovely woods,ideal to walk the dog as it goes on for miles and no traffic. Good for letting the kids loose as they can run wild and let off some steam. Just remember your route back,not like us we got lost!
6. The Dartford Jug
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 26 reviews
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.
7. Dartford Borough Museum
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 41 reviews
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.
8. Darenth Country Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 58 reviews
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.
9. Dartford Heath
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 20 reviews
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!
10. Beacon Wood Country Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 26 reviews
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.
