Chatham Maritime Marina Visitor Guide

Situated on the River Medway in Kent, Chatham Maritime Marina is at the heart of a multi-million pound leisure and retail development that's set to become a major waterfront attraction. Currently the marina has 310 berths and is close to a factory outlet shopping complex, a water activities centre as well as a pub and restaurant, which provides a picturesque watering hole. There's also a local convenience store stocking essential items, with various other facilities planned. The marina provides the perfect base from which to explore the surrounding area. The Medway Estuary offers excellent cruising in the lower reaches, with many secluded anchorages, perfect for lazy lunch stops. The river is navigable for around 13 miles from its mouth at Sheerness to Rochester. For boats drawing no more than two metres, the possibilities are even greater. more about Chatham Maritime Marina...

Kent and the River Medway

The County of Kent, situated at the south eastern tip of England, is often called the 'Garden of England'; with its hop fields, oast houses, orchards, sumptuous gardens and captivating countryside. Kent is the oldest place name in Britain - the county's history goes back to Roman times - not surprising then that Kent has many historic towns, more than the average amount of intriguing castles, beautiful stately homes and historic attractions. Kent offers visitors the chance to relax and unwind, stroll in quiet country lanes, go horse riding, cycling, play golf or enjoy exhilarating coastal walks. Chatham is famous for the Historic Dockyard, once home of the Royal Navy, where over 400 years of naval history are brought vividly back to life. Kent has provided inspiration for several notable writers and artists, opitimised by Chaucer's Canterbury Tales. more about Kent and the River Medway...