Dartford

Dartford is the principal town in the borough of Dartford. It is situated in north west Kent in South East England.

Population

In 1801, Dartford?s population was c2400; by 1961 it was over 46,000.

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Prominent People

Dartford is proud of its sons (Sir) Mick Jagger and Keith Richards of one of the most famous of all rock bands The Rolling Stones. They are said to have met at Dartford train staion.

Related Topics:
Mick Jagger - Keith Richards - The Rolling Stones

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The artist Sir Peter Blake is also a notable Dartfordian.

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Dartford Heath

This area west of the town, escaped being enclosed during the late 18th/early 19th century. It is the original source for the name of the Dartford Warbler

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