Chatham Dockyard: Its long and turbulent history — Kent Archaeological Society

Join historian Martin Watts for an engaging evening exploring the long and turbulent history of Chatham Dockyard, from its origins in the 16th century through nearly 500 years of naval and industrial change. Hosted by the Smarden Local History Society, this illustrated talk will trace the dockyard's development, its role in Britain’s maritime story and the human stories behind its walls. It is ideal for anyone with an interest in local history, maritime heritage or the industrial past.

The event takes place at The Charter Hall, 2 Chessenden Lane, Smarden, Kent TN27 8NF on Thursday March 26th. Doors open at 6:45 pm and the talk starts at 7:30 pm. Guests are very welcome and there will be an opportunity to ask questions after the presentation. Whether you are a regular member of the society or visiting for the first time, this is a chance to hear a specialist speaker bring Chatham Dockyard's dramatic centuries to life in a friendly community setting.