F1 racetracks, West End shows and one of the largest cinema complexes in the country: Dartford’s entertainment scene is as good as it gets.
Entertainment in Dartford
The Orchard Theatre
A relatively modern venue built in 1983, The Orchard Theatre is a 956-capacity space, that hosts a wide range of events including comedy, drama, musicals, live music, family shows and more. The impressive three-tiered theatre close to The Orchards Shopping Centre has an on-site restaurant with exclusive pre-show deals and online ordering options, so you can beat the half-time queues.
The Orchard Theatre
Brands Hatch
Showcase Cinema Bluewater
With 17 screens, stadium-style seating, an IMAX screen and two bars, the Showcase Cinema in Bluewater isn’t your ordinary cinema complex. Then again, Bluewater isn’t your average shopping centre, as you can see in our shopping guide. As you’d imagine with 17 screens, you can catch all the latest releases and thanks to its shopping centre location, there are plenty of nearby cafés and restaurants including Gourmet Burger, ASK Italian and TGI Friday’s.
Brands Hatch
A major international race track and commonly seen as the second most prominent UK racetrack behind Silverstone, Brands Hatch is a must-visit for speed fans or petrol heads. The 2.4-mile circuit is several miles south of our Dartford hotel and has hosted Formula One, Touring Car, Superbike and GT Series races since opening in the 50s. The kidney-shaped circuit has an action-packed events calendar throughout the year, with many of the races taking place during the summer months. You can also get to grips with the historic track yourself via a range of track days, academy sessions and driving experiences.