Thurrock Youth Cabinet: Fort To Thought Walk
Tuesday 27 May 2025
1:30pm– 4:30pm
Linear Route: Coalhouse Fort → Tilbury Fort
Will this place still be here when you return as an adult?
Join the Thurrock Youth Cabinet for an exciting walk between two iconic forts – Coalhouse Fort and Tilbury Fort – as we explore the area’s history and the future of these vital riverside spaces. Along the way, we’ll discuss how we can protect and preserve the places we love. End the walk at Tilbury Fort, sharing stories and insights about the journey.
Walk Information:
- Duration: 3hrs (including stops for activities along the way)
- Distance: 3.2 miles
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Walk Team: Thurrock Youth Cabinet members Mia, George, Maria, Jayden & Daniel, T100 Team members & Volunteers


Please note that this is a linear walk, meaning the start and end points are not the same. We ask that you bear this in mind as you plan your travel to and from the event.
At T100 we are committed to reducing our carbon footprint at every level and would like to encourage all people attending our events and walks to use public transport if they are able to. If you need to drive, please let us know if you would consider car-pooling or car sharing.
By train:
Start point: East Tilbury Train Station (1.8 miles from start point)
End point: Tilbury Town Train Station (1.3miles from end point)
By bus:
The 375 bus runs to Coalhouse Fort from Grays every 2 hours
The 99 bus runs to Tilbury Cruise Terminal from Tilbury Town every 30 mins
By car:
Free parking at Coalhouse Fort and the Worlds End Pub, nearby Tilbury Fort
The walk from isn’t accessible for wheelchairs or large pushchairs due to the mixture of made and unmade paths, uneven surfaces and steps and slopes.
However, the first section at Coalhouse Fort is accessible, including for wheelchairs and large pushchairs.
T100 walks are of different lengths and on varying terrain. Some are mainly on footpaths, and others mainly on footpaths where ground may be uneven. We have designed our programme with accessibility in mind so we hope that there is something for everyone to enjoy. If you would like to discuss this please contact hello@t100festival.co.uk
Everyone needs to choose walks within their capabilities. The walk leaders are experienced but must take people’s word that they will be ok undertaking the walk they have chosen to join.
Due care has been exercised in organising the walks, however Kinetika, the funders and associated partners of the project cannot accept liability for loss, accident or injury caused to any person following the routes, especially unsupervised. Participants under the age of 16 are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult.
Please ensure that you are properly equipped for all walks. The weather can be unpredictable so bring waterproof clothing, sun hats and sun cream – it’s best to be prepared for all weather.
Walking boots/shoes are recommended, but if you don’t have these please wear suitable and comfortable footwear – best to leave open-toe sandals or high heels at home. Make sure you bring snacks and a packed lunch with you, if necessary, and plenty to drink.
Toilet facilities can be accessed at Coalhouse Fort before the walk or at Tilbury Fort at the end of the walk.
We will be taking photographs and video of this event to promote and celebrate the event in print and online. If you do not give consent to be photographed or filmed, that’s absolutely fine. Please let a member of the T100 team know on the day.