Historic Dockyard Chatham

Historic Dockyard Chatham is one of Britain's most significant maritime heritage sites, preserving four centuries of naval history within its original Georgian and Victorian buildings. The site encompasses working shipyards, a collection of historic vessels, submarine museums and extensive exhibition galleries exploring Chatham's pivotal role in British naval development.

Visitors can explore the hulks of historic ships, descend into decommissioned submarines, and wander through period buildings including ropewalks, foundries and officers' quarters. The dockyard's working areas still operate traditional crafts such as timber framing and rope-making, offering insights into historical maritime craftsmanship. Multiple galleries cover naval technology, social history and wartime service. The site is fully accessible with lift access, accessible toilets and buggy rental available for those with mobility requirements. Local buses serve the dockyard, and a full day is easily spent exploring the extensive site.