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Singles in and around Gravesend

Gravesend is a historic Thames town with a riverside promenade, old streets and fast trains to London. For a first date there's a walk along the river, a visit to St George's Church, or a stroll through Cobham Woods. Check opening times before you go.

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First date ideas in Gravesend

Three easy places to meet someone new in Gravesend. Check opening times before you go.

  • The riverside and Town Pier

    A flat promenade along the Thames with views of passing ships and a few pubs and cafés. Public and easy to find.

  • St George's Church and Pocahontas

    A historic church in Gravesend town centre where the Native American princess Pocahontas was buried, with a statue in the churchyard. Free to see outside, and check opening times if you want to go in.

  • Cobham Woods

    Ancient woodland with long, easy paths near Cobham, run by the National Trust. Wear sensible shoes and check the weather.

Around Gravesend

Neighbourhoods and nearby villages: Gravesend town centre, Northfleet, Ebbsfleet, Cobham, Meopham and Higham.

Getting there: Gravesend station has fast trains to London St Pancras in about twenty five minutes, and Ebbsfleet International is a short drive away. Buses link the town with Dartford, Medway and Maidstone, and the A2 and M25 are close by.

Go Kent Dating covers the whole county, so you can join from Gravesend and search nearby towns too. New to dating again? Our guide to dating safely is a good place to start.

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Questions about dating in Gravesend

What is a good first date in Gravesend?

There are plenty of easy options: a walk along the river, a visit to St George's Church and a stroll through Cobham Woods. Choose somewhere public, keep it short and check opening times before you go.

How do I get to Gravesend?

Gravesend station has fast trains to London St Pancras in about twenty five minutes, and Ebbsfleet International is a short drive away. Buses link the town with Dartford, Medway and Maidstone, and the A2 and M25 are close by.

Can I join Go Kent Dating from Gravesend?

Yes. Creating a profile is free, and when you sign up you pick your area so we can show you singles nearby. Go Kent Dating covers the whole county, so you can search other towns too.

Is it safe to meet someone from online dating in Gravesend?

Meet somewhere public, tell a friend where you are going and keep the first date short. Every member is ID verified, and our guide to dating safely has more tips.