Farm Shops & Producers
Austen’s of Rochester
Rochester High Street shop selling produce from Kent farms, with a veg box delivery service across the Medway Towns.
Verified Nov 2026
Riverside leisure park in Gillingham with play parks, crazy golf, a miniature railway and the 1896 saltwater lido, which opens in summer.
About The Strand Leisure Park
A riverside leisure park with play parks and picnic areas, a parkour unit, an outdoor gym, bookable tennis courts, a miniature railway, crazy golf and riverside walks. Its saltwater lido, opened in 1896, is a summer-season pool that must be prebooked, and the free splash pad keeps the same hours. The cafe and miniature railway are seasonal and are not run by Medway Council. Parking is charged.
Accessibility
Medway Council lists disabled access, disabled parking, disabled changing facilities and disabled toilets. The lido has gradual stepped entrances with handrails.
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Eat and drink in Gillingham
Cafés
Oasis Cafe
Cafe in Britton Farm Mall, Gillingham, serving breakfasts, omelettes, roasts, sandwiches and grills, with collection and delivery.
Verified Oct 2026
Guides that mention The Strand Leisure Park
GuideFamily Days Out
Family days out in North Kent and Medway: outdoor days and rainy days
Family days out across North Kent and Medway, split into outdoor days in parks and woods and rainy days at museums.
GuideBeaches & Coast, Parks & Walks
Riverside walks on the Thames and the Medway
Riverside walks and waterfront parks on the Thames from Dartford to Cliffe and on the Medway from Rochester to Rainham.
GuideFamily Days Out, Parks & Walks
Gillingham’s parks, waterfront and family days out
Gillingham's town parks, the Strand waterfront, Darland Banks and the Medway Queen, plus Capstone Farm and the snowsports centre nearby.
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Parks & Walks
Gillingham Park
Green Flag town park in Gillingham with a play area, a sculpture trail, a circular walk and a winter garden.
Family Friendly
Parks & Walks
Darland Banks
Kent Wildlife Trust chalk grassland reserve in Gillingham with sweeping views and orchids in summer. Open at all times; free.
Dog Friendly
Free
Castles & History, Museums & Galleries
Paddle Steamer Medway Queen
The 1924 Dunkirk Little Ship at Gillingham Pier: a visitor centre and guided tours on board on Saturdays. Under 16s free with an adult.
Dog Friendly
Family Friendly