Warehousing Near Dartford and North Kent Only 6.5 Miles From the Dartford Crossing
Our warehouse in Grays, Essex is 6.5 miles from the Dartford Crossing and 20 minutes by road via the M25. For businesses in Dartford, Gravesend, and North Kent, that makes us the closest commercial warehousing operation on the north bank with full logistics capability including a forklift, a labour team, container devanning, and a haulage partner network. You cross the river once and your goods are here.
- 6.5 miles from Dartford Crossing just 20 minutes via M25 J31
- Flexible warehouse space from 2,000 to 20,000 sqft, contracts from 1 month
- 2.5 miles from Tilbury Port with same-day container devanning available
- Full logistics capability with forklift, labour team, and haulage network on-site
- Direct M25 and A13 access for distribution across London, Essex, and Kent
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Why the Dartford Crossing Changes the Warehousing Geography for North Kent Businesses
The Dartford Crossing is the only fixed road crossing of the Thames east of London. For businesses on the south bank in Dartford, Gravesend, and North Kent, it is the gateway to the north bank logistics infrastructure of Thurrock, Essex, and East London. Our site in Grays sits 6.5 miles north of the crossing and only a 20-minute drive via M25 junction 31.
From a North Kent Business's Perspective, We Are Closer Than Most Kent Warehouses
From a North Kent business’s perspective, our site is closer than most warehousing options within Kent itself once you factor in the road network and journey times across the county. The M25 is a faster route than many A-road alternatives through Kent and the 20-minute crossing to our site beats the drive time to warehouses in Maidstone or Medway for businesses based in Dartford or Gravesend.
The Crossing Works in Both Directions For Kent Delivery From Our Essex Site
The crossing also works in the other direction. For businesses on the north bank in Grays, Thurrock, and Essex, the Dartford crossing makes North Kent an accessible delivery area. From our site, we can reach Dartford, Gravesend, Swanscombe, and the Medway towns for same-day delivery without a long, complex route. One site. Both sides of the river.
How Far Are We From Dartford and North Kent?
Our site is in Grays, RM17 just 6.5 miles north of the Dartford Crossing via M25 J31. Here are the drive times from key North Kent locations to our warehouse in normal traffic. Crossing charges apply at the Dartford Crossing.
| Location | Distance from Grays | Drive time |
|---|---|---|
| Dartford Crossing | 6.5 miles | Approx. 20 minutes via M25 J31 |
| Swanscombe and Northfleet | 8 miles | Approx. 22 minutes via M25/A226 |
| Dartford town centre | 9 miles | Approx. 25 minutes via M25/A226 |
| Bluewater | 10 miles | Approx. 25 minutes via M25/A2 |
| Gravesend | 12 miles | Approx. 28 minutes via M25/A226 |
| Medway towns | 25 miles | Approx. 40 minutes via M25/M2 |
| Maidstone | 28 miles | Approx. 42 minutes via M25/M20 |
All times are approximate and based on normal traffic conditions. Dartford Crossing charges apply for southbound journeys into Kent.
Warehousing and Logistics Services Available 20 Minutes From the Dartford Crossing
All of our warehousing and logistics services are available from our Grays site only 20 minutes from the Dartford Crossing. For North Kent businesses, we provide north bank logistics capability without requiring a north bank address. All services from one site, no transfers between facilities.
Flexible and Short-Term Warehouse Space Near Dartford - From 1 Month, No Long Lease
Space from 2,000 to 20,000 sqft on contracts from one month. Kent businesses that cannot find flexible short-term space locally, or that need a north bank presence for distribution purposes, find our Grays site a practical answer.
Container Devanning for North Kent Importers Just 2.5 Miles From Tilbury Port
Our site is 2.5 miles from Tilbury Port and far closer than any warehouse in Dartford or Gravesend. For North Kent importers whose goods arrive at Tilbury, our site is the most practical warehousing option near the port gate. Containers received, unloaded, and goods stored or dispatched the same day.
Bulky Goods Fulfilment Near Dartford With M25 Coverage Across Kent, London, and Essex
Pick, pack, and dispatch for furniture, appliances, garden goods, mattresses, and large electricals. For North Kent ecommerce brands and distributors, our site provides fulfilment infrastructure with M25 access for distribution across Kent, London, and Essex from a single location.
Project and Call-Off Storage for North Kent Contractors For M25 Delivery to Both Sides
Off-site storage for construction, BTR, and fit-out projects across North Kent and the wider region. Goods received and held at our Grays site, released to project sites across Kent, London, and Essex on instruction. The M25 puts both sides of the river within reach for delivery.
Last Mile Warehousing Near Dartford Covering Kent, London, and Essex From One Site
Stock held at our Grays site and dispatched same or next day across Kent, London, and Essex. From our position on the M25, we can serve North Kent customers southbound via the Dartford crossing and London and Essex customers northbound via the M25 and A13 — all from one site.
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Satellite Warehouse for South East Distribution Covering Kent and Essex From One Location
For businesses with a main warehouse elsewhere that need a South East distribution hub covering both Essex and Kent, our Grays site is uniquely positioned. The M25 means we can distribute north into Essex and London, and south across the Dartford crossing into Kent, covering the widest possible South East footprint from a single location.
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Who We Work With From Dartford and North Kent
North Kent businesses that use our warehousing services share a common need of access to north bank logistics infrastructure, particularly Tilbury Port and the M25, without the complexity of a north bank address. Here are the client types we work with most frequently from this geography.
Importers Based in Dartford and Gravesend Receiving Containers at Tilbury
Our north bank location makes us the closest practical warehouse to their port of entry. Containers received at our site, devanned, and delivered back across the crossing into Kent on instruction.
Construction and Fit-Out Contractors Working Across North Kent and the Medway Towns
Contractors working on projects across North Kent and the Medway towns, who need off-site storage with reliable M25 delivery capability. Goods held at our Grays site and released to site on instruction across the crossing and into Kent as the programme requires.
Ecommerce Brands and Distributors Serving Customers Across Kent, London, and Essex
Ecommerce brands and distributors based in Kent selling to customers across the South East in London, Essex, and Kent who need a single fulfilment point that covers the whole area. Our M25 position means one site, one operation, both sides of the river.
Businesses From Further Into Kent for Whom North Bank Access Is a New Possibility
Businesses from further into Kent in Maidstone, Medway or Tonbridge for whom the M25 and our north bank location makes access to Tilbury Port and London practical for the first time. The M25 from Maidstone to our site takes approximately 42 minutes.
Why Our Grays Location Covers Kent as Well as Essex
Most warehousing operations near the M25 serve either the north bank or the south bank. Our site in Grays sits 6.5 miles north of the crossing and close enough that Kent is a practical delivery area, not an afterthought. Here is the road logic.
M25 Junction 31 - 20 Minutes to the Crossing and Into Kent
M25 junction 31 is directly accessible from our site and connects straight to the Dartford Crossing. From our yard, a delivery vehicle can be at the crossing in 20 minutes and into Dartford, Gravesend, or the Medway towns shortly after. For businesses distributing across both sides of the river, one warehouse covers both.
Tilbury Port - Closer Than Any Kent Warehouse to the Port Gate
Tilbury Port is 2.5 miles from our site. For North Kent importers whose goods arrive at Tilbury, the logical warehousing location is the north bank as it is close to the port, with easy M25 access back across the crossing for onward delivery into Kent. Storing goods in Kent and moving them north to the port for collection, then south again for delivery, adds distance and cost unnecessarily.
M25 Connectivity into Kent, Essex, London, and the Wider South East
From our site, the M25 runs south to the crossing and into Kent, north to the A13 and into East London, west to Hertfordshire and the Midlands, and east into South Essex. For any business whose supply chain touches multiple regions, our position on the M25 provides connectivity that a purely Kent-based or purely Essex-based site cannot match.
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Warehousing Near Dartford and North Kent - Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions from businesses in Dartford, Gravesend, and the wider North Kent area about our commercial warehousing and logistics service in Grays, Essex.
How far is your warehouse from the Dartford Crossing?
6.5 miles and approximately 20 minutes via M25 junction 31 in normal traffic.
How far is your warehouse from Dartford town centre?
Approximately 9 miles or around 25 minutes via the M25 and A226 in normal traffic.
Can you deliver to North Kent from your Essex warehouse?
Yes. Via M25 J31 and the Dartford Crossing, we can deliver to Dartford, Gravesend, Swanscombe, Northfleet, and the Medway towns. Crossing charges are included in our delivery rates. See our last mile warehousing service for full details.
Can you receive container imports from Tilbury for North Kent businesses?
Yes. Our site is 2.5 miles from Tilbury Port and far closer than any warehouse in Dartford or Gravesend. For North Kent importers, storing goods on the north bank near the port and delivering south across the crossing is more efficient than the reverse. See our container devanning service for details.
What is the minimum contract term?
One month. Contracts run month-to-month after that unless a fixed term is agreed.
Do you cover both Kent and Essex from the same site?
Yes. Our position on the M25 just 6.5 miles north of the Dartford Crossing means we can distribute south into Kent via the crossing and north and west into Essex and London via the M25 and A13. One site covers both sides of the river.
Are crossing charges included in your delivery rates?
Yes. When we arrange delivery into North Kent, Dartford crossing charges are factored into the delivery cost. We will confirm the full rate when we discuss your requirement.
How far is your warehouse from Gravesend?
Approximately 12 miles or around 28 minutes via the M25 and A226 in normal traffic, including the Dartford Crossing.
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