UK / South East / Kent
The Historic Dockyard Chatham
The Historic Dockyard Chatham, Kent, ME4 4TZ
Step into the heart of Chatham’s legendary ship building heritage and return to the ‘Age of Sail’, when the Dockyard built mighty ships that won command of the world’s oceans.
A visit to The Historic Dockyard Chatham – one of Britain’s leading maritime heritage destinations – is a guaranteed adventure.
Climb aboard! Test your sea legs as you peer through the periscope of a Cold War Submarine, command the bridge of a Second World War Destroyer and ring the ship’s bell on the deck of a Victorian Sloop.
Visit the award-winning Command of the Oceans interactive gallery and uncover the secrets of the centuries old ship beneath the floor. Imagine the crash of the waves as you explore the UK’s largest collection of RNLI Historic Lifeboats and delve into the treasure house that is No. 1 Smithery, home to incredible collections from Royal Museums Greenwich and Imperial War Museums.
Gain first-hand experience of life on a Victorian dockyard and walk in the footsteps of the master ropemakers who have been making rope for Britain’s ships on the quarter-mile-long ropery since 1618.
For generations, the dockyard was a secret and secure site – now it is open and just waiting for you to explore.
Tickets are valid for a year, giving you 12 months to enjoy the fantastic array of attractions found at this amazing 80 acre estate.
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Events
Call The Midwife Official Location Tour at The Historic Dockyard Chatham
If you’re a fan of the hit series and you’ve been wondering where Call the Midwife is filmed, put yourself in the picture and explore where the real drama happens with a Call the Midwife Official Location Tour at The Historic Dockyard Chatham.
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Brickwrecks: Sunken Ships in LEGO® Bricks at The Historic Dockyard Chatham
The internationally acclaimed exhibition, Brickwrecks: Sunken Ships in LEGO® Bricks, is making its UK debut at The Historic Dockyard Chatham.
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Yuck Yard at The Historic Dockyard Chatham
This October half term, dive into a spooky family adventure filled with mystery and mayhem.
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Mission Christmas at The Historic Dockyard Chatham
Have you ever wondered why The Historic Dockyard Chatham closes its doors every Christmas?
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Low Bang Firework events at The Rare Breeds Centre
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Farmyard Frights and Delights at The Rare Breeds Centre
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Sculpture at Goodnestone Park Gardens
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Afternoon Tea at Goodnestone Park
Afternoon Tea – An English Tradition!
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Yuck Yard at The Historic Dockyard Chatham
This October half term, dive into a spooky family adventure filled with mystery and mayhem.
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Mission Christmas at The Historic Dockyard Chatham
Have you ever wondered why The Historic Dockyard Chatham closes its doors every Christmas?
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Afternoon Tea @ The Cannon Cafe at Fort Amherst
Join us for a delicious afternoon tea at the Cannon Cafe.
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Sunday Roast @ The Cannon Cafe at Fort Amherst
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