Celebrations
The Historic Dockyard Chatham is the perfect setting to host your next party or special occasion. Our range of venue hire packages and stunning location ensures your historic moment can be celebrated in style, whatever the requirement.
From hen parties, baby showers and ‘big’ birthdays to intimate afternoon teas, private dinners, and celebrations of life, you’ll find a historic venue that’s perfect for your event at The Dockyard.
The All New Commissioner’s House & Gardens
Restored and renewed, our signature venue hire offering at The Historic Dockyard Chatham, The Commissioner’s House, returns July 2026. Celebrations are part of the history of the house, with our sympathetic restoration elevating the space to provide a timeless venue with modern hospitality; perfect for celebrating life’s big milestones.
Unforgettable Occasions
Events & Packages
Whether you’re looking for intimate private dining for moments with your closest friends and family or a grand gathering for those significant milestones, you can make yourself at home at The Commissioner’s House. Our team have years of experience delivering show stopping events and will be on hand from the moment you enquire until the last goodbye at the end of your celebration.
A Showstopping Party
Infused with historic moments, and no stranger to a celebration, The Commissioner’s House offers a refined venue to enjoy life’s momentous occasions. From milestone birthdays to engagement parties and baby showers, The Commissioner’s House offers both warmth and modern hospitality alongside impressive heritage interiors and elegant landscaped gardens.
Dine Like an Admiral
For an intimate celebration consider a private dining package in one of our elegant dining rooms. Indulge in an afternoon tea or get lost in conversation during sumptuous multi-course menus.
Pull up a chair for intimate birthday celebrations or anniversaries spent among family and friends, while our culinary team provide exceptional food.
Garden Celebrations
The grounds of The Commissioner’s House offer a private outdoor space for spring and summer celebrations. Enjoy drinks on the lower terrace, just a step away from the warm and inviting Garden Room Bar as you gather with loved ones for a summer afternoon of festivities. Choose from relaxed and informal BBQs, finger buffets, or drinks and canapés.
Celebrations of Life
We understand that the loss of a loved one and arranging a funeral is a difficult time. When you choose to host a Celebration of Life at the Historic Dockyard, we endeavour to ensure that our friendly and dedicated team will be on-hand from start to finish to make you day stress free.
Dining at The Dockyard
Celebrations Menu Packages
Dine like an admiral in one of our historic venues. From intimate private dining rooms in The Commissioner’s House or aboard HMS GANNET, to our sun-drenched Orangery that seats 120 guests, place food at the heart of your celebration. Our Head Chef brings creativity and craft to every menu, drawing on the best seasonal produce and influences from Britain’s rich culinary traditions.
Opt for drinks and canapes, delightful afternoon teas, relaxed and informal BBQs, or decadent multi-course menus. Our experienced events team will work with you to find the perfect package to accompany venue hire at The Historic Dockyard Chatham.
Celebrate With Us
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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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