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Dartford and Gravesend have a rich heritage closely linked to the Thames estuary. Between the 14th and 16th centuries Dartford became an important religious centre, where medieval pilgrims stopped before continuing on their walk to Canterbury. Beyond the town centres, an historical treasure trove is waiting to be discovered.
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Cobham Hall is a Grade I listed building once the historic home of the Darnley family. The Darnley Mausoleum, Grade I listed, has recently been restored.
Gad's Hill Place was the home of Charles Dickens. Impressed by the imposing structure, he bought the house in 1856 and lived there until his death in 1870.
The Anglo Saxon Watermill at Northfleet dates back to circa AD 700.
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The Town Pier was formerly a passenger pier and was erected in 1834. It is the oldest remaining cast iron pier in the world. Its restoration was award-winning and it remains one of Gravesend's most important historic structures.
New Tavern Fort was built in the 1780s to defend against a French naval attack.
St. George's Church is believed to be Pocahontas' final resting place.
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Swanscombe Heritage Park saw the discovery of the second oldest human remains in Britain, three separate pieces of skull dating back 400,000 years.
William Aspdin’s Beehive Kiln was the first works to manufacture British Cement in 1825.
Springhead Roman temple has been the discovery site of over 150,000 objects.
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