Marinas · South East England
Chatham Dockyard
In or near Hoo St Werburgh.
Chatham Dockyard — a marina in england london.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 30 min–1 h
- Nearest railway station
- Rochester · 1.7 km
About
Chatham Dockyard is a marina located in england london. A British marina providing moorings, fuel, chandlery and shore facilities for sail and motor craft. Most also welcome visiting boaters. former Royal Navy Dockyard located on the River Medway in Kent, United Kingdom
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Official information
Chatham Dockyard is a historic site where visitors can explore immersive exhibition galleries and three historic warships. The venue showcases the history of ship construction and maritime heritage through various collections and interactive displays.
Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Kent Downs
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Chatham Dockyard is a historic marina located in London, established in 1567. It was once a key naval shipbuilding facility and played a significant role in Britain's maritime history. The site features a range of preserved buildings and structures, reflecting its long-standing maritime heritage. Visitors can explore its historical significance and enjoy the waterfront setting.
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- Coordinates
- 51.3972, 0.5278
- District
- Medway
- Parish
- Medway, unparished area
- Postcode
- ME4 4TZ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Rochester and Strood
- Established
- 1567
- Nearest railway station
- Rochester — 1.7 km
- Opening
- Daily 10am–5pm
- Official site
- thedockyard.co.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q1068204 (CC0)
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HMS Cavalier
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Historic houses · 0.3 km
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Chatham Dockyard?
- Chatham Dockyard is in London, United Kingdom (postcode ME4 4TZ), in the parish of Medway, unparished area.
- What is Chatham Dockyard?
- Chatham Dockyard — a marina in england london.
- How do I get to Chatham Dockyard?
- The nearest railway station is Rochester, about 1.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode ME4 4TZ.
- When was Chatham Dockyard built?
- Built or established in 1567.
- Is Chatham Dockyard a protected site?
- Yes — Chatham Dockyard is part of the Kent Downs National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to Chatham Dockyard?
- The nearest railway station is Rochester, about 1.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode ME4 4TZ.