Welcome to Chatham
Poised on the River Medway in Kent, maritime Chatham was mentioned in the Domesday Book; however, it gained real prominence in the 16th century when a royal dockyard was established. Today, the 18th-century Chatham Historic Dockyard is one of the most expansive and best-preserved in the country and visiting is among the top things to do in Chatham, alongside exploring nearby highlights such as the Napoleonic Fort Amherst, historic barracks, and the Royal Engineers Museums. Chatham is additionally renowned for its connection to Charles Dickens, who spent part of his childhood in the town.
