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AnyIf you’re looking for a convenient and stress-free getaway, opt for a cruise from London Tilbury. With cruises from Tilbury sailing to destinations from Europe, to the Canary Islands, the Mediterranean and more, you can discover a huge selection of cruises from this UK port and book your future holiday today.
Tilbury Fort is an artillery fort on the north bank of the River Thames. It was formerly known as the Thermitage Bulwark and the West Tilbury Blockhouse. From the 16th century until the Second World War, it secured London's seaward approach. The first fort was constructed here by Henry VIII, and Queen Elizabeth I famously gathered her soldiers nearby to combat the Armada threat. With its network of moats and bastioned outworks, the current fort is perhaps the greatest example of its kind in England.
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A short journey away from the port lies the Coalhouse Fort Park. Dating back to the 1860s, this fascinating coastal defence building holds an array of events throughout the year and is run solely by volunteers.
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Located just across the river in nearby Gravesend, the Siri Guru Nanak Darbar Gurdwara is a Sikh temple which offers guided tours. Extraordinary in its architecture, it’s an impressive building featuring 5 domes, hand crafted marble and stonework. It took inspiration from the iconic Golden Temple at Amritsar.
Read moreGetting to Tilbury is very easy by public transport or car. Both the Tilbury Town station and long-stay car parking are right by the terminal and just a quick bus ride to the ship, meaning you don’t need to carry your luggage around long distances. Short stay and drop offs for taxis, on the other hand, are easily accessible directly outside the famous terminal building.
Inside the terminal you’ll find a comfy lounge area to wait to board with drinks and toilet facilities. As Tilbury usually hosts small to mid-sized ships with only a few hundred passengers waiting to board, you won’t find a wide range of amenities inside, but you’ll easily have access to the basics, including disabled access, without it getting overcrowded.
You can also read our recent blog - Best Family Summer Cruises to learn more why it's such a popular cruise port for families.
