Venue Hire
For a Kent venue hire location that makes an impact, choose The Historic Dockyard Chatham.
Where else can you hold a business meeting among the very timbers where legendary Admirals have planned historic battles? Say your wedding vows under sails that have witnessed timeless stories of love and loyalty across the world’s oceans? Or celebrate special occasions in rooms where illustrious heroes have rejoiced in their greatest victories? Our Kent venue offers truly memorable surroundings.
The All New Commissioner’s House & Gardens
The Commissioner’s House has always known how to be the perfect host; a high society hub from the first day it threw open its doors in 1704. Why don’t you add to this legacy by dancing the night away, getting lost conversation, and celebrating in style at this exclusive Kent venue?
Now open for your event
Every room, hallway and corner has been restored with care to embrace new stories to live alongside centuries of history written here in Kent. This summer we’ve reopened the doors to our historic Kent venue, inviting you in for meetings with gravitas, celebrations that inspire and wedding ceremonies that will linger in your memory for years to come.
If you’d like to be one of the first to host your event at The Commissioner’s House then get in touch with our venue hire team today.
Historic Venues
With 400 years of maritime history, each venue hire location sets a distinctive scene for you to tell your story. From our grand Georgian mansion, The Commissioner’s House, to Victorian industrial buildings revitalised with sympathetic design, our historic buildings provide a showstopping backdrop to your event and stand out among the most unique venues in Kent.
By hosting an event at the Dockyard you are supporting the preservation of the 80-acre historic estate for the benefit of our community now and in the future.
Modern Hospitality
History echoes throughout the estate whilst our heritage venues are reimagined for contemporary use. Well equipped with modern facilities, our flexible spaces can be transformed for all occasions, ranging from breathtaking weddings, large private dining experiences and award ceremonies to intimate drinks receptions and bespoke product launches.
Our dedicated hospitality team is available to help you plan your event, from the moment you make an initial enquiry through to the event day itself.
FAQs
The cost of venue hire depends on the space you choose, the type of event, number of guests and your catering and hospitality requirements. Our venue hire team can help you find the right setting and create a package around your plans. Get in touch for a tailored quote.
Our venues can host a wide range of private and business events, including weddings, parties and celebrations, corporate events and filming and photography. We can also accommodate private dining, drinks receptions, award ceremonies and product launches.
There is a wide choice of distinctive spaces across the 80-acre estate, including the restored Georgian Commissioner’s House and Gardens, historic industrial buildings and ships. Our venue hire team can recommend the most suitable space based on your event, guest numbers and requirements.
With 400 years of maritime history, The Dockyard offers a setting unlike more traditional event venues. From the Georgian Commissioner’s House to historic industrial buildings and ships, each space combines character and heritage with modern hospitality and event facilities.
Yes. Catering and hospitality options are available for different occasions and requirements, ranging from drinks and canapés to afternoon teas and formal dining.
Capacity depends on the venue, event type and layout. There are spaces suitable for intimate gatherings and smaller meetings, as well as larger events for more than 200 guests.
Yes. On-site parking is available for guests attending events at The Dockyard. Our venue hire team can provide more information about parking arrangements when you enquire.
Get in Touch
Please tell us as much as you can about the event you’re planning and a member of our hospitality team will contact you to discuss your plans in more detail.
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