Erith is known for its rich heritage and there’s many ways of spending your time in the town. We’ve picked 5 things...

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Read and sip

The town’s Christian bookshop and café, The Ark of Erith, is a great way to read books while you indulge in a cup of hot coffee. A bright way to start your day.

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Shed those calories

Want to work off that heavy lunch? At Erith’s Nemesis Gym, you can achieve your fitness goals. The state of the art gym includes stunning equipment, steam showers and a sauna. They are also specialists in teaching martial arts.

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Sit back and relax

It’s a rarity to see an old theatre still open in South East London, but, on Erith north High Street, the Playhouse theatre offers some great plays.

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Enjoy the views

Down in Erith Riverside, you can walk across Tidal Thames, which is part of a 150-mile path that goes across Bexley. On the path is a lovely pier that gives you a great view of the Thames and the ever-so-busy Dartford Bridge.

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Pint the night away

The 1930s pub, Running Horses, oozes history with its unique design with high ceilings and vintage décor. Relish an evening out with a few pints; just make sure to leave the car at home.