The Historic Dockyard Chatham 2014

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2014

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USE YOUR ANNUAL TICKET TO ENJOY: • SIX GALLERIES & THREE HISTORIC WARSHIPS • 400 YEARS OF MARITIME HISTORY • UP TO THREE INCREDIBLE EXHIBITIONS • YEAR ROUND FAMILY ACTIVITIES • HISTORY BROUGHT TO LIFE BY GUIDES • A HUGE MARITIME HERITAGE ESTATE • INDOOR AND OUTDOOR PLAY AREAS • DISCOUNTS ON EXPERIENCE TOURS • DISCOUNTED ENTRY AT TWO SPECIAL EVENTS (MEDWAY FESTIVAL OF STEAM & TRANSPORT AND SALUTE TO THE ‘40s)

ON AN ORGANISED GROUP VISIT?

UPGRADE YOUR TICKET AND MAKE UNLIMITED RETURNS FOR 12 MONTHS Annual tickets to The Historic Dockyard Chatham are non-transferable.

Chatham Historic Dockyard Trust reserves the right to change ticket prices or opening and closing times of galleries and attractions without notice.

Discounts on experience tours may vary.

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Step aboard Three Historic Warships and experience over 100 years of life at sea HMS GANNET (1878), HMS CAVALIER (1944), and HM Submarine OCELOT (1962).

HM SUBMARINE OCELOT

HMS GANNET

Ring the ship’s bell aboard a Victorian Sloop, swing through the hatches of a Cold War submarine and sit in the Captain’s chair on a Second World War Destroyer.

Access to HMS OCELOT is by timed tour only.

Wheelchair access is not possible for HMS OCELOT and is limited on HMS GANNET and HMS CAVALIER.* *Virtual tours are available.

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Rope has been made at Chatham Dockyard since 1618...now it’s your turn!

Experience life as a Victorian ropemaker in our themed gallery and costumed guided tour.

Find out how rope is made, why it was so important to the Royal Navy and why the Ropery is a ¼ of a mile long.

‘Spin some yarn’ with our knowledgable guides and you might just come away ‘knowing the ropes’.

To see the range of rope products made here please visit: www.master-ropemakers.co.uk

INSPIRING

CULTURE

ns tio the i b hi n ex ed i ice! l l A lud t pr inc icke t World class collections from Royal Museums Greenwich and Imperial War Museums Unlock a rich and fascinating wealth of stories surrounding fantastic ship’s models, paintings and objects.

A SQUASH & A SQUEEZE:

VALOUR, LOSS & SACRIFICE:

SHARING STORIES WITH

JULIA DONALDSON

CHATHAM, THE ROYAL NAVY AND THE WAR AT SEA

15 February - 1 June 2014

26 July - 30 November 2014

See Julia Donaldson’s captivating stories brought to life in an exhibition featuring her wonderful characters.

Explore the role that the men and women of Chatham Dockyard and the Chatham Port Division played during the First World War.

al t i ’ g ‘Di atre e Th Find yourself at the heart of Chatham’s incredible ship building heritage Learn how Chatham contributed to the Royal Navy’s command of the oceans during the Age of Sail.

Join retired Master Shipwright John North as he revisits the Dockyard of his youth and encourages his young grandson to follow in his footsteps - but with the young boy’s head full of Lord Nelson and the mighty VICTORY what will he do?

Hearts of Oak uses more than 20 years of research and understanding to retell the story of the construction of wooden-hulled sail-powered warships at Chatham Dockyard.

Experience The Dockyard story through the Industrial Revolution and two World Wars Be inspired by the innovation and bravery of those who worked in the Dockyard and served with the Chatham Port Division and discover their contribution to the Royal Navy.

An architectural delight and BIG space for BIG things Take a trip up to the mezzanine floor of No.3 Slip and marvel at the wooden roof, then unearth an incredible collection of BIG objects on the ground floor including D-Day locomotive ‘Overlord’ and Midget Submarine XE8.

A partnership with the Royal Engineers Museum, Library & Archive.

The crash of waves and cry of gulls welcome you to the UK’s largest collection of RNLI Historic Lifeboats Discover over one hundred years of RNLI and Lifeboat history.

A partnership with the RNLI Heritage Trust.

Watch the little ones let off steam and get a closer look at the Dockyard’s locomotives With soft indoor play and a large picnic area The Railway Workshop provides great undercover fun whatever the weather. For outdoor fun, our adventure play area is close by.

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Built in 1704, Commissioner’s House is the oldest naval building to survive intact in Britain Visitor access to Commissioner’s House is limited to our special event days but access to Commissioner’s Garden is possible on almost all other days.

To arrange a viewing of Commissioner’s House for an event call 01634 823846 or visit commissionershouse.com

Treat yourself to a range of locally sourced and freshly prepared delights in our fully-licenced restaurant Enjoy a morning coffee with a Danish pastry or a plate of our famous Fish and Chips.

The Dockyard Shop has a fantastic selection of great souvenirs to complement your visit Books, DVDs, homewares and Kentish gifts including a full range of rope products made at The Victorian Ropery.

FAMILY ACTIVITIES DOC. YARD’S ‘TECHSPLORERS’ AND PIRATE PLAY DAYS

BOOKS, GLORIOUS BOOKS

15 February - 23 February Brilliant books are brought to life with storytelling and activities.

MONKEY BUSINESS 5 April - 19 April Musical activities and the chance to produce a paper primate.

MARVELLOUS MONSTERS 24 May - 1 June Make your own monster mask and take part in a ‘Monster Safari’.

26 July - 31 August A range of hands-on family activities for budding engineers.

PLUS Join the Pirates for sand pit and inflatable fun.

WICKED WEBS AND SPIDER SPELLS

25 October - 2 November Pumpkin carving, storytelling and a spooky spider trail. PLUS ‘Valour, Loss and Sacrifice’ inspired activities with the RNLI.

thedockyard.co.uk/activities A small additional charge may apply to some elements of school holiday family activities

THE SMALL SHIPS RACE 12 July - 13 July Model sailing boat fun on our vast pop-up pond in association with Southern Water.

LEARNING GROUPS & PROGRAMMES TRAVEL TRADE Our 80 acre site allows students of all ages and groups of all sizes to explore 400 years of maritime history, science and technology.

Teachers can create the perfect day for their pupils with our bespoke learning services.

For more information please visit:

thedockyard.co.uk/learning

The Historic Dockyard is able to tailor any visit to meet your group’s specific requirements and also offer extra special itineraries exclusive to groups.

For more information on our Group Visits and Travel Trade Excursions please visit:

thedockyard.co.uk/groups

ACCESS: The Dockyard is a large historical and industrial site which is generally accessible, but steps, slopes and uneven surfaces do exist. Due to the construction of the Historic Warships, with steps, ladders and hatches, access by those with mobility difficulties is not possible to all areas, ‘virtual tours’ of the vessels are available.

For our full accessibilty guide please visit: thedockyard.co.uk/access

EVENTS & EXPERIENCES

MEDWAY FESTIVAL OF STEAM & TRANSPORT

SALUTE TO THE ‘40s

20 & 21 April 2014

20 & 21 September 2014

Spectacular sights, sounds and The ultimate 1940’s nostalgia the smell of steam! Live music event! The very best Forties performers, vehicles and more. and truly amazing vehicles. thedockyard.co.uk/steam2014

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Medway Festival of Steam and Transport and Salute to the ‘40s are separately ticketed fundraising events in aid of Chatham Historic Dockyard Trust.

Discounts are available for annual ticket holders.

‘CALL THE MIDWIFE’ LOCATION TOURS*

DOCKYARD RAILWAY WEEKENDS

EERIE EVENINGS*

CAR CLUB VISITS

See some of the great locations used in the popular TV show.

As darkness draws in hear tales of murder, mystery, history and intrigue at The Dockyard.

AIR RAID EXPERIENCES* An Air Raid Warden rushes you to the safety of our Second World War Air Raid Shelter as sirens sound.

See the locomotives and rolling stock rumble through the ‘yard.

The Dockyard provides the fitting backdrop to a number of car club visits throughout the year.

For more information please visit:

thedockyard.co.uk

*Available at a small additional cost. Pre-booking and pre-payment may be required.

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CONTACTING US Web: thedockyard.co.uk Email: info@chdt.org.uk

Tel: 01634 823800 Fax: 01634 823801

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Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Dogs are permitted within the grounds but must be kept on a lead.

The Historic Dockyard Chatham is in the care of the Chatham Historic Dockyard Trust, an independent charity, whose task is to restore and preserve this important part of Britain’s national heritage.

The Historic Dockyard, Chatham, Kent ME4 4TE. Fully Accredited Museum. Registered Charity No. 292101.