RNLI 200: The Exhibition at Chatham Historic Dockyard

The Historic Dockyard Chatham

Available to 1 September 2024

Book now from £19.95

Get tickets here for an amazing day out at Chatham Historic Dockyard's RNLI 200 Exhibition - included in your day ticket!

Experience the exhilarating story of the RNLI as the lifesaving charity celebrates its 200th anniversary in the brand-new exhibition for 2024!

What to expect from the RNLI 200 Exhibition

Prepare to be moved, inspired, and fascinated by this incredible story-telling exhibition.

Only available for a limited time from 23 March to 1 September 2024, this extraordinary showcase is included in your entry ticket to The Historic Dockyard Chatham, making it a truly unmissable experience for visitors of all ages.  

This must-visit exhibition allows you to discover the heroic tales of the men and women who have risked their lives to save others, in times of calm and amidst the most treacherous storms.

Don't miss out on an opportunity to delve into the story of a world-leading search and rescue organisation; the RNLI’s lifeboat crews and lifeguards have saved over 144,000 lives since its founding in 1824. 

Get your tickets now for this fascinating day out and have them delivered instantly via email and SMS!

The Historic Dockyard,
Chatham,
Kent,
GB ME44TZ
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How To Find Us

By car:

Please use address The Historic Dockyard, Chatham, Kent ME4 4TZ

Follow the Brown tourist signs (anchor) from Junctions 1, 3 and 4 of the M2 and Junction 6 of the M20.

They have plenty of car parking spaces with no height restrictions. Motorhomes are welcome but please note that these cannot be parked overnight.

There are dedicated parking bays for Blue Badge Holders and EV charging points available.

By Train:

The Historic Dockyard Chatham’s nearest train station is Chatham Station which is regularly served by Southeastern High Speed travelling to/from London St Pancras as well as regular services via London Victoria and Charing Cross.

By Bus:

The Historic Dockyard is served by a number of local bus services currently operated by Arriva buses.

For up-to-date information on local buses please visit the Arriva website and enter ‘Chatham Historic Dockyard’ as your destination.

  • Toilets
  • Changing Places
  • Restaurant and Canteen/Café available on site
  • Free parking
  • Gift Shop

The distance between the main entrance and the furthermost gallery is approximately 800 metres. The Historic Dockyard Chatham have worked with AccessAble to create access guides around the whole site, and they have a ‘Changing Places’ facility.

The route between the galleries and ships has a fairly even surface with the ground sloping down from east to west. Guests are welcome to bring any type of mobility vehicle. 

There are accessible toilets located throughout the site at the following locations:

  • Museum Square
  • Thunderbolt Pier
  • Outdoor Play Area
  • No.1 Smithery
  • Mess Deck
  • Steam, Steel & Submarines.

One personal assistant is permitted free entry if you are in receipt of Disability Living Allowance or Personal Independence Payment.

Yes, dogs are allowed on site, but not in the galleries and eating areas.

Yes! Parking is free on site.

They also have disabled parking in the main car park within easy reach of the admission point, please display your Blue Badge clearly. 

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