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This timeline traces 100 years of Dartford history, from the opening of Dartford Public Library on 1st January 1916, through the 20th Century and into the 21st Century. Research for the timeline is being carried out by Kent Libraries, Registration & Archives staff and volunteers at Dartford Library and the Kent History & Library Centre in ...
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- Introduction to Dartford
- Early History of Dartford
- Medieval Dartford History
- The Peasant’s Revolt and Wat Tyler
- English Kings & Queens in Darford
- The Dissolution of Monasteries
- The Protestants Uprising and Christopher Wade
- The Beginnings of Industrialisation
- Paper Mills Industry
- Iron Mill, Gunpowder Factory and Other Early Industries
Dartford Holy Trinity Church is a probably the most prominent landmark in the town of Dartford, located in the southeastern region of Kent. With a population of over 51,000 people, Dartford is the main town in the Borough of Dartford and is situated just 18 miles southeast of Central London. The town has a pretty fascinating history dating back to ...
In the prehistoric landscape of Dartford, the earliest human presence dates back to approximately 250,000 years ago. This era was characterized by a group of hunter-gatherers, epitomized by the discovery of the Swanscombe Man. Extensive archaeological research has painted a detailed picture of human activity in the area, with significant discoverie...
Throughout the medieval era, Dartford served as a crucial stopover for pilgrims and travelers on their journey to Canterbury and beyond to Europe. The town’s strategic location attracted various religious orders. By the 12th century, the Knights Templar held the Dartford manor; remnants of their presence can be seen at the National Trust property i...
Dartford’s market town status flourished in the same century, marking it as a hub of economic activity. The town is also linked, albeit tenuously, to Wat Tyler, the renowned leader of the Peasants’ Revolt. While other towns in Kent also lay claim to Tyler as a local figure, Dartford’s connection is debated. Nonetheless, the presence of a town cente...
During the 15th century, Dartford was graced by the presence of two English monarchs, leaving an indelible mark on its history. In the aftermath of the Battle of Agincourt, Henry V led his troops through Dartford in November 1415. Following his death in 1422, his body was brought to the Holy Trinity Church in Dartford, where Edmund Lacey, the Bisho...
The 16th century brought about a profound shift in Dartford’s economic landscape, as the traditional agrarian market gave way to the emergence of new industries. This period also witnessed the destruction of the priory in 1538 during the Dissolution of the Monasteries, followed by the construction of a new manor house under the auspices of King Hen...
The religious turmoil of the time saw the execution of numerous Protestants during the reigns of Queen Mary (1553–1554) and Philip and Mary (1554–1558). Among them was Christopher Wade, a Dartford linen-weaver who met a tragic fate, being burnt at the stake on the Brent in 1555. Their sacrifice is commemorated by the Martyrs’ Memorial on East Hill,...
The early industries in Dartford were primarily linked to agriculture, encompassing activities such as traditional beer and ale brewing. Lime-burning and chalk-mining also held significance within the local economy. Another prominent industry was fulling, a process essential for cleansing wool that required ample water, readily supplied by the rive...
Upon his return from Frobisher Bay in the Canadian Arctic in 1578, Sir Martin Frobisher arranged for the refining of a purported cargo of gold-bearing ore on Powder Mill Lane in Dartford. Regrettably, the ore proved to be of little value and was repurposed for road surfacing. Subsequently, in 1588, Sir John Spielman established the first paper mill...
Iron production in the Weald was thriving, with iron ingots being transported to Dartford for processing at England’s inaugural iron-slitting mill. This mill was founded by Godfrey Box, an immigrant from the Low Countries, at Dartford Creek in 1595. From those humble beginnings in the 18th century was to come the industrial base on which the growth...
History of Dartford. Dartford comes from the Old English ‘ford’ as a ‘ford’ combined with a river name; therefore, a ‘ford over the River Darent’ – a Celtic name meaning ‘river where oak-trees grow. The Domesday Book records Dartford as Tarentefort. The first people appeared in the Dartford area around 250,000 years ago, a tribe ...
There are still some remains of an Augustinian nunnery founded in 1355. Wat Tyler's insurrection commenced at D. in 1377. D. was the first place in Britain where a paper-mill was erected; ¾ m. from the town are the Dartford Creek Paper Mills.
Papermaking began in the late 16th century at Dartford, but soon was concentrated in the Maidstone area, largely due its mineral free water essential for white paper. Paper mills were established...
Dartford became a market town in medieval times and, although today it is principally a commuter town for Greater London, it has a long history of religious, industrial and cultural importance. It is an important rail hub; the main through-road now by-passes the town itself.
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Jul 29, 2024 · Because of its location on the main route between London and the mainland of Europe, Dartford has been associated with many events in British history. Isabella, sister of Henry III , was married by proxy there to the Holy Roman emperor Frederick II in 1235.
