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Family Activity

Jack and Nancy – A Dockyard Adventure by Quentin Blake

02 May - 21 Jun 2026

Included in ticket
Jack and Nancy – A Dockyard Adventure by Quentin Blake

For the first time this Spring, step into a real‑life storybook at The Historic Dockyard Chatham as Jack and Nancy leap from the pages of Sir Quentin Blake’s much‑loved tale and into an unforgettable family adventure.

Become the adventurer you’ve always dreamed of being as you follow the story of Jack and Nancy, a truly incredible story about two curious children who went on an amazing journey, to amazing places and saw amazing things.

This brand‑new, interactive family trail inspired by Quentin Blake’s iconic illustrations blends the charm of the original story with the real-life ships, sounds, and historic spaces of the Dockyard.

You can dive into imaginative worlds, from battling stormy seas and discovering tropical islands to exploring an underwater world before learning real sailor skills aboard HMS GANNET.

Every young explorer receives their own Jack and Nancy Adventure Journal. Packed with illustrations, drawing spaces and hands‑on activities, it’s the perfect keepsake to remember your day long after your adventure ends.

“I am delighted Jack and Nancy are at The Historic Dockyard Chatham.
I wish I could come with them but I am there in imagination.”

Unleash your curiosity, spark your imagination and step straight into the story.

Jack and Nancy – A Dockyard Adventure is included with your annual ticket to The Historic Dockyard Chatham.

Book your tickets today and start your Jack and Nancy Dockyard Adventure.

Quentin Blake © 1969

Quentin Blake's Jack and Nancy

Ocean Photographer of the Year Exhibition

28 March – 31 August 2026

See the ocean like never before at the UK debut of the Ocean Photographer of the Year exhibition.

Showcasing 116 award-winning photographs, this inspiring exhibition brings together the very best in ocean, wildlife and underwater photography from around the world. Selected from more than 15,000 entries, the images range from intricate portraits of tiny marine life to sweeping seascapes and powerful human stories, thereby sparking fresh conversations about the beauty of our blue planet and the urgent need to protect it.

Ocean Photographer of the Year