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The Historic Dockyard Chatham
Image: HMS Gannet (1878) of Queen Vistoria's Navy
The Historic Dockyard
Chatham
ME4 4TZ
Kent
England
Collection details
Archaeology
Archives
Fine Art
Land Transport
Maritime
Personalities
Science and Technology
Social History
Weapons and War
Facilities
Parking: yes
Food: yes
Shop: yes
Baby changing facilities: yes
Library: yes
Study area: yes
Wheelchair access: yes
Visual disability facilities: yes
Contact details
Administration (Tel)
:
01634 823800
Information Line (Tel)
:
01634 823807
General information (Fax)
:
01634 823801
E-mail
:
info@chdt.org.uk
Website
:
www.chdt.org.uk
Website
:
www.thedockyard.co.uk
Open
Mid February - Last Sunday in October, daily 10.00 am to 6.00 pm (or dusk if earlier). Last entry 3pm until clocks go forward, 4pm thereafter. Open weekends only during November.
Closed
Closed during December and January
Admission charges
TICKETS ARE VALID FOR 12 MONTHS FROM DATE OF FIRST VISIT:
Adults: £12.50
Concessions: £10.00
Children: (5-15 yrs) - £7.50
Family: (2 adults + 2 children or 1 adult + 3 children £32.50
Additional Family Child - £5.00
Discounts
English Heritage
Museums Association
Description
Costumed characters bring this spectacular heritage site alive! Discover over 400 years of maritime history as you explore the most complete dockyard from the Age of Sail to survive anywhere in the world. Galleries include 3 historic warships, a working ropery, the Museum of the Royal Dockyard, the national collection of RNLI lifeboats plus Commissioner's Garden to explore and indoor and outdoor childrens play areas. Events and activities take place throughout the year. See website for details.
Articles
News In Brief - Week Ending July 27
MGM 2008 - Top Ten Events For Late May Half Term Holidays
MGM 2008 - From Fine China To Tank Rides - TopLots Kick Off
Hidden Naval And Military Collections Revealed At Chatham
News In Brief - Week Ending March 23 2008
WWII Destroyer Memorial Unveiled At Chatham Historic Dockyard
Remembrance Day 2007 - UK Museums Remember The Fallen
Trails
England Expects - On The Trail Of Admiral Lord Nelson
A Voyage Round O'Brian's Britain - The Master And Commander Museum Trail
Hidden Treasure Trail For The South East
General Information
Brochure or leaflet available with directions to museum
Pre-booking service for groups
Foreign language leaflet or brochure available
Collections
General guide to collections available
Object identification and/or written enquiry service
Object study facilities available (enquire in advance)
Disability Access
Braille information and/or interpretation
General audio-guide available
Toilets for disabled
Wheelchair access to some public areas
Wheelchairs available for loan
Children and Families
Baby changing facilities
General Education
Adult lectures and courses held
Education facilities available
General audio-guide available
Member of staff available with responsibility for education
Reception and lunch facilities for educational groups
Teaching/resources available for HE/FE students
Schools Education
Primary school education service available
Printed/audio-visual information available for schools
Secondary school education service available
Facilities
Cafeteria
Facilities for private functions and events
General audio-guide available
Library with public access
Meeting room available
Object study facilities available (enquire in advance)
Research facilities for academics
Restaurant
Shop
Study facilities
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