Where is Hermit's Cave?

Hermit's Cave is in Kent, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode DA11 9FJ), in the parish of Gravesham, unparished area.

How do I get to Hermit's Cave?

The nearest railway station is Gravesend, about 1.0 km away. The nearest town is Swanscombe. Drivers can use postcode DA11 9FJ.

Is Hermit's Cave free to visit?

Yes, Hermit's Cave is free to enter.

How do I get to Hermit's Cave?

The nearest railway station is Gravesend, about 1.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode DA11 9FJ.

Caves · South East England

Hermit's Cave

Also known as: Hermit Cave

In or near Swanscombe.

Free admission🐾 Dog-friendly

Hermit's Cave is a cave in the United Kingdom.

St Mark's Church, Rosherville - geograph.org.uk - 1095918 — David Anstiss — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit: 45 min–1.5 h
Nearest railway station: Gravesend · 1.0 km

Free entry
Dog-friendly

Hermit's Cave is a named cave entrance in the United Kingdom. OpenStreetMap heritage rating: 2/5. Also known as: Hermit Cave. Coordinates: 51.4432°, 0.3520°.

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Official information

The Hermit's Cave is a historical structure that served as the entrance to the former Rosherville Gardens, which were established in 1837. The site features a staircase leading into a 17-meter long tunnel excavated from chalk cliffs, showcasing unique architectural elements from its construction in 1869.

Place summary

Hermit's Cave is a cave located in Gravesham, Kent, within the London region. Known also as Hermit Cave, it is situated in an unparished area, contributing to the natural landscape of the region.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates: 51.4432, 0.3520
County: Kent
District: Gravesham
Parish: Gravesham, unparished area
Postcode: DA11 9FJ
Parliamentary constituency: Gravesham
Nearest railway station: Gravesend — 1 km

Sources

osm: n13050599187 (ODbL)

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