Museums & Galleries · Essex
Cold War Bunker
📍 DA11 7LB
Photo: JThomas (CC BY-SA 2.0), via Wikimedia Commons
- Explore the Cold War bunker within Woodlands Park
- Learn about its origins as Civil Defence Region 6
- Set within Woodlands Park's open spaces
The Cold War Bunker sits within Woodlands Park in Gravesham and was built in 1954, originally known as Civil Defence Region 6. It offers a glimpse into Cold War-era civil defence history, set amid the park's open spaces. The site suits visitors with an interest in history and heritage, and further details about the bunker and how to arrange a visit are available through the Gravesham Borough Council website. The attraction is close to Gravesend station, just 0.7 miles away, making it easy to reach by rail. For those planning a longer trip, there are 15 bookable places to stay within 5 miles on BritStays, making the Cold War Bunker a convenient addition to a stay exploring Gravesham's other heritage sites.
Practical details
- Booking
- Visit details available via Gravesham Borough Council website
From the attraction's own website on 7 Oct 2026 — check before you travel.
Facilities
- ✓ Disabled Access
- ✓ Picnic Area
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🗓️ Make a break of it
Turn a visit to Cold War Bunker into a proper getaway — ready-made plans, and the drive worked out with fuel, EV charging and the best stops.
🚆 Or come by train
- Gravesend 0.7 miles
- Ebbsfleet International 2 miles
- Northfleet - Cooper Arms 2 miles
Straight-line distances · live departures on each station page