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Doc. Yard’s Summer Show

31 Jul 2021 - 30 Aug 2021

Doc.Yard Secret Lab The Historic Dockyard Chatham

After a year of lockdown’s and self-isolation, Doc. Yard is bursting with excitement to escape from his secret lab and share his love of science with you this summer holiday. Budding scientists will have enormous fun with forces as Doc and his able assistant Bunsen explore how forces shaped the Dockyard. ...

Medway Rapture Gaming & Creative Festival

3 Jul 2021 - 4 Jul 2021

Supported by Medway Council, Medway Rapture Gaming and Creative Festival takes place at The Historic Dockyard Chatham on on Saturday, 3 and Sunday, 4 July 2021. The weekend family-fun festival, will have something for everyone – from gaming pros to novices. There will be plenty of gaming fun and interactive exhibitions for people of all ages to get involved in, including children, families and students. ...

Call the Midwife Official Location Tours 2021

21 May 2021 - 31 Oct 2021

Three midwives in blue dresses and red cardigans. Two midwives holding bikes, one midwife standing next to a car

Explore where the real drama happens as a costumed midwife takes you on a walking tour of our historic site. With a picture book to help trigger your memories, you’ll spot the familiar filming locations and see just how Neal Street Productions transform a 400 year old site back to the 1960s. ...

Salute to the ’40s 2021

18 Sep 2021 - 19 Sep 2021

Get ready for a party to end all parties! By postponing the event for 2020, we’re have all our energy focussed on making sure 2021 will be the best Salute to the ’40s – ever! Start planning your vintage outfit and perfecting your victory rolls now. The wartime spirit is very much alive and we’ll meet again on 18 & 19 September 2021. ...