Tilbury
Things to do in Tilbury, Essex
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Tilbury is a town on the Thames estuary in Essex, historically significant as a major port and garrison location. The town sits on the river's north bank, where the landscape is characterised by industrial and maritime heritage rather than natural scenery.
Where to stay in Tilbury
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The Clarendon Royal Hotel
Royal Pier Road, Gravesend
Shamrock Guest House
118 Milton Road, Gravesend
Jessamine House
4 London Road, Gravesend
Granby Hotel
1 The Hill, Gravesend
Premier Inn Gravesend Central
Wrotham Road, Gravesend
Grays Accommodation B&B
18 High Street, Grays
Ebbsfleets cheapest private rooms
Lett Lane, Swanscombe
Spring River Ebbsfleet by Marstons Inns
Talbot Lane, Gravesend
Things to Do in Tilbury(1)
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Tilbury Fort is the main attraction, a star-shaped fortress built in the 17th century and positioned to defend the river approach to London. The site offers views across the Thames and contains historical structures from its long military history.
Where to Eat in Tilbury(2)
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The Tilbury Seafarers Centre serves food in a waterfront setting connected to the town's maritime past. The Lock and Key is a smaller option also available in the town.
Attractions Near Tilbury
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2 mi
Grays Beach Riverside Park
Grays · ⭐ 4.3
Thurrock Museum
Grays · ⭐ 3.9
3 mi
Cyclopark
Gravesend · ⭐ 4.5
3 mi
The London Resort
Swanscombe · ⭐ 4.7
3 mi
Bata Heritage Centre
East Tilbury · ⭐ 4.9
3 mi
Essex Fire Museum
Grays · ⭐ 4.7
3 mi
Cascades
Gravesend · ⭐ 3.9
3 mi
Coalhouse Fort
East Tilbury · ⭐ 4.5
Camping in Tilbury
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Self-Catering Cottages in Tilbury
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4 bed · sleeps 8 · from £1,192
Kingsley Cottage
1 bed · sleeps 2 · from £621
Cottage Annex
1 bed · sleeps 2 · from £383
Brindleshaw Barn
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £1,051
Tigers Rest
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £543
Harvel House Farm
8 bed · sleeps 16 · from £3,254
Decoy Farm Holiday Cottages
3 cottages · from £327
Mulberry House
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £767
Common questions about Tilbury
What is there to do in Tilbury?
We list 1 attractions and things to do in and around Tilbury.
Where can I eat in Tilbury?
We list 2 restaurants, pubs and cafes in and around Tilbury.
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