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
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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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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Spare a Fort for Bees at Fort Amherst
Join us for a unique experience meeting the Fort Amherst bees.
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Festive Cream Tea at Fort Amherst
Enjoy a delicious selection of festive sandwiches, cranberry and plain scones, finished off with warm mince pies, mini chocolate brownies and red velvet cupcakes.
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Festive Christmas Menu at Fort Amherst
Join us for a delicious Festive dinner at the Cannon Cafe.
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Ghost Tour at Fort Amherst
Enjoy a spooky night time tour around one of Kent’s most paranormally active locations and hear tales of strange occurrences in the 300 year history of Fort Amherst.
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Spirit Investigation at Fort Amherst
Experienced guides will help you investigate the paranormal potential at Fort Amherst – with plenty of spooky stories of the unexplained happenings here.
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Christmas Wreath Making Workshop at Fort Amherst
Bring your creativity to life with our new Christmas Wreath Workshop.
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A Truly Magical Christmas at The Rare Breeds Centre
Meet Father Christmas in our magical grotto.
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Afternoon Tea at Goodnestone Park
Afternoon Tea – An English Tradition!
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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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