An 18th-20th Century fort with guns and gun emplacements, overlooking the River Thames. There is an extensive underground magazine complex containing restored ammunition storage chambers and an exhibition on Gravesend under World War II aerial bombardment which includes full-size bomb shelters.
General Gordon of Khartoum was stationed at the Fort and started the ragged schools in the area.
This historic site is part of Kent's World War II defences, much of the site is now open to the public with special tours available to book for groups and schools by appointment only.
This site is the starting point for the Crossfire Trail which reaches as far as Tilbury Fort and offers the chance to see many of the miltary defences that remain in Gravesham.
Nearest major road is A226. Signposted. Local authority car park adjacent.
Nearest station is Gravesend. Walk north to the side of the Thames and then east to New Tavern Fort.
| 2026 (1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026) |
|---|
The Chantry offers a wonderful insight into the heritage of the borough of Gravesham, its…
Refurbished and re-equipped 1950s' underground command post for Gravesend's rescue…
A large house standing in 150 acres of Repton's landscape garden and dating from 1587. It…
Nestled in the heart of the picturesque Kent countryside, Silverhand Estate is a hidden…
A 13th century great chamber, on a vaulted undercroft, of a manor house of the Knights…
St James' Church dates from the late 13th century. No evidence of an earlier building…
One of the finest keeps in England. Also the tallest, partly built on the Roman city wall…
Discover the history of Medway from pre-historic times to the present day at the…
Rochester Cathedral is the second oldest cathedral in England having been founded in AD…
The Orchard Theatre was officially opened on the 14th April 1983 by His Royal Highness…
Situated in the heart of historic Rochester, Eastgate House featured in the work of…
This attractive, turreted castle is set in a picturesque village area that is backed by…
Explore Chatham's shipbuilding legacy at The Historic Dockyard Chatham. Step back to the…
Located in the heart of Chatham town centre, this beautiful 965-seat venue is already…
There is something for all the family. Zulu War items, Boer War, World Wars I and II,…
© Visit South East England 2026. All Rights Reserved
.png){kind=icon}
