
31/05/2023
Look at all the amazing things you can see and do all weekend at
There's only a few weeks left, so follow the link and grab yourself a ticket!
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Set sail on a voyage of discovery through the Age of Sail at one of Britain's leading maritime herit
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Explore this award-winning maritime heritage destination with the largest concentration of iconic buildings, historic ships, museum galleries and attractions in the UK. In a partnership with Imperial War Museums and Royal Museums Greenwich, the brilliant No.1 Smithery displays world class maritime treasures and a changing programme of exhibitions.
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Look at all the amazing things you can see and do all weekend at
There's only a few weeks left, so follow the link and grab yourself a ticket!
https://facebook.com/events/s/medway-gaming-festival-2023-mg/3232673210282640/
🐙Don't forget Monsters of the Deep exhibition showing until November.
On entering the exhibition you are met with over 150 specimen jars from the National Oceanography Centre Discovery Collections on display in an impressive case.
Each jar has been carefully positioned by Dr. Tammy Horton, the scientist responsible for the Discovery Collections specimens and the keeper of the real-life monsters of the deep.
Get up close and personal with a variety of deep-sea specimens from the NOC’s vast collection that was started in 1925.
https://bit.ly/3Sy5CkS
🎭 Following This Is My Theatre‘s previous touring production of The Railway Children in 2022, we are delighted to welcome them back this year with another family-friendly Summer adventure - The Wind in the Willow.
🎭Doors open: 18:00
🎭Show: 18:30
➡️ Find out more & book: https://bit.ly/3Wycrov
The crew of HMS DOCKYARD took part in their inaugural Dragon Boat Race today organised by Medway Sunlight Rotary. The Dockyard team was made up of staff and volunteers from all departments.
Team spirit was strong but sadly not speedy enough to make the final. Well done to all the teams taking part today ⚓️
Chatham Maritime Trust Chatham Maritime Food & Drink Festival
We were delighted to welcome Dame Pippa Harris DBE, Executive Producer of Call the Midwife to the Historic Dockyard for the launch of the new Call the Midwife Official Location Tour last month.
👶 Do you want to walk in the footsteps of your favourite midwives? Find out more and book your Call the Midwife experience: https://bit.ly/2PxmA3Z
⚓Half Term: FREE Relaxed Opening Afternoon, Tuesday 30 May
Join us for a relaxed afternoon at the Historic Dockyard. This session has been designed for visitors with autism, learning disabilities or sensory and communication needs, along with their siblings, families and carers.
➡️ You will have access to the whole museum between 3pm and 5pm and have the opportunity to take part in the Octonauts Deep Sea Adventure and Crafty Creatures activity.
The afternoon will have fewer visitors across the Dockyard and a quieter atmosphere.
This afternoon is perfect for anyone who would benefit from a more relaxed environment.
To book your place click here: https://thedockyard.co.uk/whats-on/relaxed-opening/
⚓Job Opportunity - Events & Experiences Manager
We are looking to recruit a dynamic and entrepreneurial individual to fulfil the exciting new role of Events and Experiences Manager. The Historic Dockyard Chatham offers a diverse and exciting programme of activity, including, annual fundraising events such as the ‘Salute to the ‘40s’ weekend, as well as a wide range of commercially led experiences such as our popular Call the Midwife Official Location Tour and Mission Christmas event.
👉 Find out more and apply:
We are looking to recruit a dynamic and entrepreneurial individual to fulfil the exciting new role of Events and Experiences Manager.
Sound the Octo-Alert! Today we welcome Captain Barnacles to the Historic Dockyard!
He'll be climbing aboard HMS GANNET from 10am - 3pm and we still have a few spaces available to meet him.
➡️ You must have a valid admission ticket to The Historic Dockyard Chatham to participate in the Meet & Greet.
➡️ Meet & Greet tickets are per family, not per individual family member.
➡️ Meet & Greet tickets are free
➡️ Book now: https://bit.ly/3VXsQ5D
🎉Schools out! Tomorrow we kick off our half term family activities:
🐙 Octonauts Deep Sea Adventure - your favourite Octonauts characters have hidden clues around the Historic Dockyard - can you help them identify the strange creature from the deep?
🐙Crafty Creatures - create your own underwater crafts and mini Monsters of the Deep.
Times: Running throughout the day
Booking: Not required
Cost: Included in your ticket to The Dockyard
Book your Dockyard ticket here: https://bit.ly/3zYqpVS
On this day in 2016 we opened Command of the Oceans.
Who remembers how it all looked before? The photos below show the Mast Houses before their make-over to become home to a vast range of historical objects and stories.
Walk around the fascinating, larger than life model of HMS VICTORY, exploring the 100 objects recovered from the 1758 wreck of HMS INVINCIBLE and discovering HMS NAMUR, the ‘ship beneath the floor.
➡️ You can find out more about this Scheduled Ancient Monument here: https://thedockyard.co.uk/explore/history-buildings/historic-buildings/wood-sail-iron/
The Kids Zone Stage will be full of engaging fun activities for younger kids
There will be lots of build battles, wacky races, crazy games and more.
Tons of fun all weekend.
Find our events page here: https://fb.me/e/2m6KliaoL
For Tickets head here: https://thedockyard.co.uk/whats-on/medway-gaming-festival/
📣Sound the Octo-Alert!
This weekend we're inviting a special guest onboard HMS GANNET...
We’re very excited to welcome Captain Barnacles and Kwazii who will make special appearances on selected dates throughout the summer.
You can meet Captain Barnacles this weekend on: Saturday 27 May
➡️ You must have a valid admission ticket to The Historic Dockyard Chatham to participate in the Meet & Greet.
➡️ Meet & Greet tickets are per family, not per individual family member.
➡️ Meet & Greet tickets are free for this event
➡️ Book now: https://bit.ly/3VXsQ5D
👋 Say hello to some of our Dragon Boat race crew!
🐉 This Sunday, the Dockyard are participating in the 8th Annual Medway Sunlight Rotary Club Dragon Boat Race.
This event is held alongside the Chatham Maritime Food & Drink Festival on St. Mary’s Island.
If you're visiting the festival on Sunday, then lookout for our HMS Dockyard Crew, give them a wave and a cheer as they compete!
📣Good luck team!
⚓Looking to plan your Half Term next week with the family?
See our May Half Term round-up happening here at the Dockyard below:
👣Octonauts Deep Sea Adventure
👨🎨Crafty Creatures
🐙Monsters of the Deep
☀️FREE Relaxed Opening Afternoon - 30 May
If you haven't visited Monsters of the Deep exhibition yet... what are you waiting for?
For all the details please visit: https://thedockyard.co.uk/whats-on/
Frenzy is the Hotdrop for all Fortnite fans.
Join in and see if you can survive the storm and how many players you can drop!!
Running all weekend in our Main 'Rapture' Hall.
Find our events page here: https://fb.me/e/2m6KliaoL
For Tickets head here: https://thedockyard.co.uk/whats-on/medway-gaming-festival/
☀️ Throwback to last summer here at the Dockyard.
You can join us again this summer for a NEW Octonauts adventure. Collect your Octonauts Deep Sea Diving Log and follow the Octo-Map. The Octonauts have placed clues around the Dockyard to help you identify the strange creature from the deep.
Don't forget this Saturday 27 May, we have Captain Barnacles visiting!
- Meet and greets are to be booked online
- You must have a valid ticket to The Historic Dockyard Chatham to participate in the Meet & Greet.
- Tickets are per family, not per individual family member.
- This is at no extra cost to your Dockyard ticket
Find out more and book online: https://bit.ly/3VXsQ5D
⚓The Octonauts Deep Sea Adventure is free as part of a Historic Dockyard ticket.
Today marks the start of National Doughnut Week, we hope we almost tricked you scrolling past a delicious chocolate doughnut?
This is actually a doughnut shaped Gun carriage wheel (truck). The outside edge is carved. “.P.16.H”. Just to the left of this is a small carved letter that appears to be a “T”. The naval gun carriage had large ‘trucks’ at the front, and small ones at the back. This led to it being known as the ‘truck’ carriage – named after the four small wheels on which it was mounted.
If we did manage to make you a bit peckish... why not drop by our Wagon Stop Canteen or Mess Deck Restaurant on your next visit to the Dockyard to pick up a real doughnut or sweet treat!
🍩 National Doughnut week is an official fundraising week for The Children’s Trust.
Last month, Jenny Agutter found Sister Julienne's habit in our new Call the Midwife Gallery. Here Jenny Agutter explains what she thought of the new gallery and finding some old props!
Will you walk in the steps of your favourite Call the Midwife characters?
Find out more and book your Call the Midwife Official Location Tours 👉 https://bit.ly/2PxmA3Z
👾Eat. Sleep. Game. Repeat....
Take a look back at last year's event to discover this festival has something to appeal to every gamer...
🕹️From pro to novice, and showcases talent, art, creativity and culture, uniting players for a weekend of entertainment. Watch, play and learn about games; meet special guests; join competitions; experience new and retro gaming; as well as enjoying fun, interactive exhibits such as the Robot Battle Arena, UKPW Wrestling and Cosplay masquerade.
🎮Tickets for Rapture Gaming Festival on 1 & 2 July 2023 are now available online: https://bit.ly/35PcRkM
On This Day in 1905 Chatham Dockyard's last Battleship, HMS AFRICA, was launched. HMS AFRICA was a King Edward VII Class battleship which was laid down on No 8 slip on 27th January 1904 and completed in November 1906. No 8 slip, built in 1900, was larger than earlier slips, being designed for the building of battleships.
HMS AFRICA was the largest warship ever built at Chatham. In 1912 HMS AFRICA was fitted with a temporary sloping flight deck over the forward gun turret and forecastle for seaplane trials. Lieutenant Charles Samson RN, made the first take-off from a British ship on 10 January 1912, flying a Short Brothers pusher biplane; the trials took place off Sheerness. HMS AFRICA paid off in 1919 prior to being placed on the disposal list, and was sold for breaking up in 1920.
ARE YOU READY PLAYER?
We have a whole zone dedicated to multiplayer action.
There will be tournaments galor all weekend for you to enter and show skills.
with a huge range of title (to be announced) and prizes to be won!
So keep an eye out for updates and sign up details.
Keep following our social media as we'll be sharing with you everything that coming up from now till our doors open on the 1st July.
Find our events page here: https://fb.me/e/2m6KliaoL
For Tickets head here: https://thedockyard.co.uk/whats-on/medway-gaming-festival/
Today is World Bee Day, and whilst the Dockyard is steeped in maritime history and is often thought of as a very industrialised site, one lesser known part of the historic estate is the Dockyard Apiary, which is teeming with life at this time of year.
🐝 Find out more about The Dockyard Apiary from our beekeeping team here with our dedicated World Bee Day blog post: https://thedockyard.co.uk/news/world-bee-day-beekeeping-at-the-dockyard/
The Octonauts have returned this summer to investigate reports of mysterious creatures from the Midnight Zone setting up home here. Can you help the Octo-Crew identify these curious creatures?
Visit from Saturday 27 May to collect your Octonauts Deep Sea Diving Log and follow the Octo-Map.
The Octonauts Deep Sea Adventure is free as part of a Historic Dockyard ticket.
🎞️Checkout the highlights from Octonauts visit last summer and find out more here: https://bit.ly/3VXsQ5D
🎉Happy International Museums Day!
Today we celebrate by looking back at the making of our latest exhibition: Monsters of the Deep.
This includes landmark moments such as the installation of the Orca Whale Skeleton, right the way through to the simplest of things such as repainting the gallery, all of this and more goes into helping our mysterious deep-sea friends feel at home in No.1 Smithery.
🐙 https://thedockyard.co.uk/news/the-making-of-monsters-of-the-deep-in-chatham/
As part of Mental Health Awareness week, our dedicated volunteers met for a coffee morning to catch-up and meet the different teams across the departments. ☕
Pip Blackmore, Volunteer Co-ordinator says, "It's a nice chance for our volunteers to enjoy some cake, take some time out of their day and to have another opportunity to socialise and chat and for us to show our appreciation for all the work they do for the Trust".
Did you know that we have over 300 volunteers involved with us here at The Historic Dockyard Chatham, donating over 35,000 hours of their valuable time each year.
⚓If you would like to have an informal chat about volunteering opportunities, please contact Pip via email at: [email protected]
As part of Mental Health Awareness week our dedicated volunteers met for a coffee morning to catch-up and meet the different teams across the departments.
This opportunity allows
it might just be an opportunity for you to take a little bit of time out of you day and enjoy good conversation and some cake, give your well being a little boost,
⚓Exiting news⚓
We are pleased to announce that we are featured in Southeastern railway. Hop on Board podcast series. Listen out for the episode: on Lights, Camera, Action, as actor Ben Bailey Smith takes a train journey behind the scenes of Kent’s silver screen history, taking in legendary spy franchises, beloved wartime dramas, and more.
🚆Key stops: Sandwich, Chatham (The Historic Dockyard Chatham), Sevenoaks (Knole House).
You will hear the voice of Olivia Horner, our Director of Commercial Operations, as she explains the journey of the filming industry setting up home here at the Dockyard.
🚆You can listen to the complete series now, wherever you get your podcasts: www.southeasternrailway.co.uk/hoponboard
☀️The sun is shining for the Alfa Romeo Club photoshoot today 📷
We're delighted to announce that they will be returning on Sunday 3 September as the Dockyard will become an Italian petrol heads playground when we play host to Southern Alfa Day (SAD 2023).
Organised by the Alfa Romeo Owners Club Kent & East Sussex, the Dockyard will be filled with the sights and sounds of hundreds of these stunning cars as they share the space alongside our own 400-year history.
🚘There’s a saying that goes” you aren’t a true petrol head until you’ve owned an Alfa Romeo” so if you want to check out why this is and to see what’s likely to be the largest gathering of Alfa Romeos in the South then the Historic Dockyard is definitely the place to be!
Access to the Southern Alfa Day is included in a ticket to the Historic Dockyard: https://bit.ly/3OlbIFc
⚓Did you know that we have a dedicated team of volunteers focussed on cleaning the objects in our iconic No.3 Slip?
Built in 1838, the immense No. 3 Covered Slip was, when built, the largest wide span timber structure in Europe. Today it is home to a vast array of epic objects and vehicles from the Chatham Historic Dockyard Trust, Imperial War Museums and Royal Engineers Museum, Library and Archive collections.
The volunteers clean the objects with brushes and hoovers with some of the objects having deposits on them so they use a mixture of conservation approved detergent and distilled water.
We have 8 volunteers doing this – we call them the '3 Slippers'. They volunteer throughout the year, working their way through the objects – from front to back. By the time they reach the back, the front already needs cleaning again, so it's a never ending job!
👏As always we thank our volunteers for their hard work and dedication
⚓Have you got your half term plans sorted? ⚓
Join us from Saturday 27 May for 'Crafty Creatures'
Weigh anchor and cast your nets for some monstrously crafty fun as you create your own underwater crafts and mini Monsters of the Deep.
🐙Times: Running throughout the day
🐙Booking: Not required
🐙Cost: Included in your ticket to The Dockyard
Find out more: https://bit.ly/42nE6L6
Meet our Visitor Experience Ropemaking Assistants, Robert Laine-Shaw and Nikki Lowe. These new and exciting roles will improve your Dockyard day out and expand on the collaboration between our Visitor Experience teams and our Master Ropemakers Shop . Nikki and Robert have a combined 21 years association with the Dockyard and this new position allows them to support the Master Ropemakers and guided demonstrations of the rope walk.
Find out more in our latest blog 👉 https://bit.ly/3VUINcZ
Last month we shared the news that we have taken delivery of a brand NEW Call the Midwife Official Location Tour and exclusive gallery.
Be guided through the Dockyard by your very own costumed Midwife, armed with a photograph book and tales of their ‘sisters’, before being allowed to explore the sets, costumes and props in the all-new, exclusive gallery, which is twice the size of the former gallery.
👶 Have you booked your tickets yet?
Find out more: https://bit.ly/2PxmA3Z
Join us for our Wedding Venue Showcase event this spring, the perfect opportunity to pop along and meet the team, soak up our spectacular setting and see our beautiful venue dressed for the big occasion.
Our exclusive Georgian style Commissioner’s House will be dressed for a wedding breakfast and civil ceremony. Our preferred wedding suppliers will be exhibiting during the day and can discuss everything you may need to make your day truly memorable.
🤍When: Sunday 28 May
🤍Time: 10am-5pm
🤍Book: Online
Click on the link to find out more and to book your appointment 👉 bit.ly/3nP71Zq
Some lucky members of our team were invited to Buckingham Palace this week to represent the Trust at the Coronation Garden Party. Hosted on behalf of The King by The Prince of Wales, His Royal Highness was joined by The Princess of Wales, The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh, The Princess Royal and The Duke and Duchess of Gloucester.
Hannane Ford, Development Manager, and long standing volunteers, David and Diana Lawrence joined 8,000 other guests who were being recognised for public service and charity or community work.
🔈SOUND THE OCTO-ALERT! The Octonauts have returned to The Historic Dockyard Chatham to investigate reports of mysterious creatures from the Midnight Zone setting up home here. Can you help the Octo-Crew identify these curious creatures?
From Saturday 27 May join Shellington, Captain Barnacles and your favourite Octonauts characters on an adventure into the deepest part of the ocean, all included in a Dockyard ticket. Find out more: https://bit.ly/3VXsQ5D
A behind the scenes treat for any Call the Midwife fans …
Did you know that we store over a thousand glass plate negatives in our climate controlled archive stack? Over the last 12 months, collections volunteers and work placement students have helped our Conservator carry out a thorough condition audit to monitor potential degradation.
So what is a glass negative? It consists of a light sensitive emulsion that is fixed to the glass plate base with a binder. They require very careful handling and a clean, cool environment. Karoline wears gloves to prevent oil from her fingers making its way into the silver, as oil is a component that will cause deterioration over time. After the condition audit is complete, the Collections Team will digitise the collection for everyone to enjoy.
If you want to find out more about our Collections team then you can read our latest blogs here: https://thedockyard.co.uk/category/collections/
We are looking to recruit a Digital Marketing Assistant who can take our captivating stories, spanning over 400-years of maritime history, and deliver them to today’s diverse audiences in exciting and creative ways, engaging both young and old, to drive physical visits to The Historic Dockyard Chatham and interaction through innovative digital experiences.
This is a great opportunity for a digital savvy, highly organised, imaginative and motivated individual.
Find out more: https://bit.ly/3Bi5b6A
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There have been a few strange sightings at the Dockyard recently. Have you spotted anything out of the ordinary on your recent visit? 🎄 Make new family memories this year with Mission Christmas: https://bit.ly/3ShiI4G
Special Delivery 🎁 Mission Christmas is right around the corner. Excitement is growing. The team is getting prepared for the busiest time of year and festive spirit is in full flow. Did you know Dockyard has a secret sub-station, allowing Father Christmas to refuel or find tricky locations? This year he needs your help. So will you take up the call for Mission Christmas? 🎅 Book now: https://bit.ly/3ShiI4G
Friday 4 November is 'Ask a Conservator Day'. Our Conservator, Karoline-Sofie, will be taking over our social media to answer any questions you may have about conservation and she'll show you around the archives and lab. Get your questions at the ready, she cannot wait to hear from you.
There have been a few strange sightings at the Dockyard this week. Any idea what could be happening? 🎄 Find out more: https://bit.ly/3ShiI4G
As part of our FREE Wednesday Talks Programme, next Wednesday (26 October) you can take a tour behind the scenes of our Conservation Lab and Archive Stack. Book your space on the tour when you arrive. Here's Vikkie, who you will meet on your tour, for a sneak peek into some fascinating objects within the archives.
Halloween is fast approaching and it's time to get ready for the spooky season. Meet Louisa from our Learning Team who cannot wait to welcome you to our family activities this half term. The Spookyard Craft activities are included in your entry ticket. Find out more: https://bit.ly/3T1U0pz #Halloween #Halfterm #family
We're getting ready to welcome a very special visitor this winter... Did you know that every winter the Dockyard becomes a secret sub-station, helping Father Christmas and his elves deliver presents to children all around the world? For the first time, we’ve been granted special permission to allow a few "good" children into this magical world. Find out more: https://bit.ly/3ShiI4G
From everyone at Chatham Historic Dockyard Trust, we would like to say a huge THANK YOU to everyone who supported Salute to the '40s this weekend. We still have big smiles on our faces from seeing everyone having such a great time (although our feet are a little sore!). Block out your 2023 diary now, we'll meet again on Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 September 2023.
The final day of Salute to the '40s ✅ Thank you to everyone for your support this weekend. A massive thank you to our staff, volunteers, re-enactors, entertainers and traders 👏 A date for your 2023 diary... we'll see you again on the: 9 & 10 September 2023. Early bird tickets will be available soon. Keep an eye on our social media channels and website for ticket announcements 🎟️ #salutetothe40s
Hello from Sparky and Sprite! They cannot wait to see you at Salute to the '40s this weekend. . The vintage festival is jam packed with fantastic music, dancing, re-enactors, food & drink and vehicle displays. Book online now to save a few pounds: https://bit.ly/32APAyt Please note: Salute to the '40s is a separately ticketed event and annual tickets are not valid across this weekend.
It's back to school for many today but we like to think every day is a learning day at the Dockyard. Here's Tracy Bell, a member of our Learning Team, who regularly escorts school children on visits to our Air Raid shelter. If your school days are behind you, there is a special opportunity to visit the shelters during Salute to the '40s this weekend. Book tickets online now to save a few pounds on the gate price: https://bit.ly/3K1Y8T5
There is just one more week until we meet again for Salute to the '40s. Here's Mickie Driver, one of the fantastic performers who will be lighting up the stage at this years vintage festival. Check out our website to see all the other amazing performers, activities and entertainment over the weekend: https://bit.ly/32APAyt
Miss Holiday Swing has dropped by to remind you that Salute to the '40s is just around the corner. We cannot wait to meet again on 10 & 11 September. Make sure to book your tickets online now: https://bit.ly/32APAyt What are you most excited to see at the festival? Let us know below 👇
Mickie Driver has been performing in his iconic pearl suit at Salute to the '40s for as long as he can remember. Sadly this year will be his last event before he retires. Mickie, thank you for all the legendary performances, the Dockyard family will miss you and we wish you a happy retirement. Don't miss your chance to see Mickie one last time, book your tickets to the event now: https://bit.ly/32APAyt. Mickie will be performing on Saturday 10th September at 10:30am.
It's just 2 weeks to go until Salute to the '40s fills the Dockyard with vintage entertainment. The stage line up is now available online so you can plan your day. If you can't decide which day to come, why not buy a weekend ticket? Book online now: https://bit.ly/3K1Y8T5
Meet Terri Short, our first fully qualified female railway volunteer on the Chatham Historic Railway. Now that she is qualified, she is busier than ever preparing for a special appearance at the open air theatre performance of the Railway Children taking place on 26 & 27 August at the Dockyard. Book now online to experience this classic story in a brand new way with authentic diesel locomotives. This is a separately ticketed event and must be booked online via our website: https://thedockyard.co.uk/whats-on/the-railway-children/
It's almost time to meet again with Salute to the '40s, our 1940s vintage festival. Can you believe we only have 3 weeks to go until the vintage spirit takes over the 80-acre site with classic car displays🚗 Home Front demonstrations, dance workshops💃 fashion parades👗and live music 🎤 The timetable of all the acts performing at this weekend is now live on our website to help you plan your visit. Book your tickets online now: https://bit.ly/3K1Y8T5 🎤 Mickie Driver - Me and My Girl (performed at Salute to the '40s)
Summer is here and we are in full swing at the Dockyard🌞 Explore our 3 Historic Ships, dive into our family friendly activities, visit a working Ropery, have a picnic in the stunning Commissioner's House Gardens or meet our friendly and knowledgeable staff, and more. All of this is included within your admission ticket to the Dockyard. Book online now to save a few pounds: https://thedockyard.co.uk/plan-your-visit/buytickets/
Take a break from the sun and enjoy our air conditioned galleries and exhibition spaces. One of our unique indoor spaces is below ground, where the Namur timbers are laid. To this day we do not know why the timbers of Namur were preserved in this way. Vikkie Mulford, our Digital Engagement Officer & Public Engagement Co-ordinator, is here to share what we know so far...
🔊 Sound the Octo-Alert! ❗ Don't forget this Sunday (31 July) Kwazii will be making a special appearance on HMS GANNET. We only have limited availability left, so be quick to book to avoid disappointment ❗ Don't forget to collect your Octonauts Octo-Cadet Training Log on arrival, follow the Octo-Map to locate your favourite Octonauts characters hidden around the Historic Dockyard and complete fun activities to learn their specialist skills. If you crack them all, you’ll be named an honorary Octo-Agent and receive a special certificate. Please note, there is a small additional fee to meet Kwazii and this needs to be booked in advance. Places are getting booked up quickly: https://bit.ly/3a7k01N
Here's Neal Short, one of our Railway Volunteers who helps look after our historic locomotives, telling us why the railway is so special. Come along to the Dockyard this weekend (30 & 31 July) for our next Railway Weekend, all included in your entry ticket to the Dockyard. Find out more: https://thedockyard.co.uk/whats-on/railway-day/
Our next Octonauts Character Meet and Greet is taking place this coming Sunday. Kwazii will be making a special appearance onboard HMS GANNET and he cannot wait to meet you. Once you've said hello, and taken a selfie with Kwazii's Gup, head off on an Octo-Cadet adventure and complete the Octonauts themed activities around our historic site. Please note, there is a small additional fee to meet Kwazii and this needs to be booked in advance. Places are getting booked up quickly: https://bit.ly/38LyinI
A truly fantastic Sunday in the sun! Thank you to all those who came to the Medway Safety in Action Day at the Dockyard. What was your favourite part of the day? Did you grab a selfie with one of our services? Share your day with us in the comments 👇
Our Research Volunteer team plays an integral part in helping to bring our collections and exhibitions to life. George Hornby worked on our latest temporary exhibition, Diving Deep: HMS Invincible 1744, helping to research the historic links to Chatham. Why not take a break from the heat and visit the exhibition on your next visit the Dockyard in our air conditioned No.1 Smithery. Entry is included within your admission ticket to the Dockyard. Book online to save a few pounds: https://thedockyard.co.uk/whats-on/diving-deep-hms-invincible-1744/
What a weekend! Thank you to everyone who came along to the Medway Gaming and Creative Festival. We had a brilliant time. What was your favourite part of the festival? Did you get a selfie with a stormtrooper? Let us know in the comments below...
Day 1 at the Medway Gaming & Creative Festival ✔️ From the robot arena, to wrestling, to virtual reality games to cosplay! 🎮 Thank you to everyone that joined us today. Don’t forget we still have day 2 tomorrow ☀️ 🎟 Book your tickets online today to save a few pounds on the gate price: https://bit.ly/35PcRkM #gamingfestival #daysout #sunmerfestival #robotarena #cosplay #gaming #rapturegaming #tabletopgames #virtualreality #visitmedway
This weekend we launch the second episode of Dock Pod, our own Historic Dockyard Chatham Podcast. We will be sharing the details of the exciting upcoming Medway Gaming and Creative Festival. Here's a small preview from when we spoke to Daniel Hitch - a member of our visitor experience team, telling us what to expect at the festival and why you should visit. Tickets for the festival can be bought here: https://bit.ly/35PcRkM Don't forget to follow us on Spotify so you don't miss the new episode: https://spoti.fi/3Q8cZhu #gamingfestival #podcast #fetsival #events
Did you know we have recently launched a podcast? The Research Volunteer Podcast offers a unique insight into the work taking place to collate information for exhibitions & galleries whilst also sharing fascinating untold stories of the Dockyard. Listen via Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3Q8cZhu
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