Located in Maidstone, Kent is the Historic Dockyard Chatham. The dockyard is home to over 400 years of rich naval history and stands as one of the UK’s most important maritime heritage sites. The site was once a hub for ship repairs, construction and expansion and was crucial for naval operations during the height of the British Empire. The site was in constant use from when it was built in the 16th century right up until 1984 when it ceased operations as a working dockyard.
The dockyard site spans over 80 acres and features many historic buildings and drydocks. The dockyards are also home to a number of warships, namely HMS Cavalier, HMS Gannet and HMS Ocelot. The ships stand as representations of different eras of British naval history. These restored and highly-maintained ships are open to the public to explore, granting insight in to the maritime history of the era in an up-close and hands-on way. See first-hand the advancements in ship technology from the age of sail, through World War II up to the Cold War. The location is also home to museums and the RNLI Lifeboat Collection.
The dockyard has also been home to filming for various television shows and movies, including Call the Midwife and Les Misérables, providing fans of the two productions a glimpse into the location where they were filmed. The dockyard offers history, sightseeing, birdwatching and wildlife, interactive exhibitions and a variety of family-friendly activities, making it a must-see for anyone visiting the area.
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94 Woodside, Wigmore, Rainham, Kent. ME8 0PN
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