Transfer from Greenhithe (DA9) to Luton Airport The 20th century brought a breath of fresh air to Greenhithe. New houses were constructed on the Crest estate and the Crest mansion itself was repaired by P. J. Livesey Group. The investment was £6 million, but it paid off as the mansion was absolutely gorgeous. Nowadays, the…
DetailsTransfer from Greenhithe (DA9) to Stansted Airport Greenhithe has a strong connection with the Navy. The Merchant and Royal Navy officers noticed the opportunity for pre – sea training in Greenhithe and established the prestigious Thames Nautical Training College. The institution was founded in 1862. They were allocated the HMS Worcester, a 2 – decker.…
DetailsTransfer from Greenhithe (DA9) to Gatwick Airport The major attraction in Greenhithe is the Ingress Abbey. The estate used to be a seat in the Greenhithe hamlet. The mansion dates from the early 14th century. For many years, the manor was the property of the Dominican Sisters Abbey and Prioress. Afterwards, the estate was taken…
DetailsTransfer from Greenhithe (DA9) to Heathrow Airport Greenhithe is a charming town located in the Kent County, the district of Dartford. It is included in the Greenhithe and Swanscombe civil parish. Greenhithe is mainly an industrial town. Its wharves were used for transhipping commodities like wood and corn. For agricultural purposes, it had large cargoes…
DetailsTransfer from Erith (DA8) to London City Airport Erith used to feature an important orchestra called Erith Symphony Orchestra. Still, it was closed in 1972. Currently, the area is entertained by the Thames Gateway Orchestra, which was formed in the early 21st century and has held annually concerts ever since. Erith features London’s longest pier.…
DetailsTransfer from Erith (DA8) to Luton Airport The David Ives Stadium in Erith features a modern sports centre and a swimming pool that can be used by both adults and children. The stadium also hosts the Erith Town Football Club and the Bexley Athletic Club. The first club plays in the local Kent league. The…
DetailsTransfer from Erith (DA8) to Stansted Airport Erith has seen numerous regeneration and modernisation phases since the late 20th century. The regeneration plan is called Thames Gateway and Erith is its main focus. The project included the construction of new flats by the river. They were built by private companies. The town centre was also…
DetailsTransfer from Erith (DA8) to Gatwick Airport In the 18th century, Erith featured only one street filled with small houses. There were also 2 annual fairs in the area: Michaelmas Day and Ascension Day. In the mid – 19th century, it was famous for being a charming riverside resort. It had a hotel and a…
DetailsTransfer from Erith (DA8) to Heathrow Airport The district of Erith is located on the Thames River, in south – eastern London. The town has been greatly modernised since the mid – 20th century. Even though it is located outside of London, Erith does have numerous metropolitan characteristics like commercial properties, shops, very few houses,…
DetailsTransfer from Bexleyheath (DA6 – DA7) to London City Airport In front of the Broadway Centre, you will see the Family Outing, a statue created by John Ravera, a local artist. It dates from 1985. The statue represents 2 parents who play with their little son. There is a small theatre in Bexleyheath. It’s called…
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