New for 2026: Discover one of Kent's newest wedding venues. Restored, Renewed. Ready for the love stories yet to be told, be among the first couples to host your wedding at this brand new venue. The Historic Dockyard Chatham is an elegant wedding venue located in Kent. Celebrate your story surrounded by mid-18th-century design, adding a timeless lens to each part of your day. Whether you envision
New for 2026: Discover one of Kent's newest wedding venues. Restored, Renewed. Ready for the love stories yet to be told, be among the first couples to host your wedding at this brand new venue. The Historic Dockyard Chatham is an elegant wedding venue located in Kent. Celebrate your story surrounded by mid-18th-century design, adding a timeless lens to each part of your day. Whether you envision exchanging vows aboard a stately ship, enjoying an opulant dinner in The Orangery, or sharing drinks and canapes in the romantic Commissioner's Garden, The Historic Dockyard offers timeless elegance in spectacular setting. Facilities and Capacity The Historic Dockyard Chatham offers a choice ceremony venues and a reception setting, accommodating up to 120 seated guests, and 200 evening guests. The Commissioner's House is an elegant Georgian-style stately home, fresh from an extensive renovation. Every room, hallway and corner has been restored to warmly welcome new love stories to live alongside centuries of history. Why not explore our newest ceremony and reception venue, The Orangery . Set within the Gardens and wrapped in floor to ceiling glass, it’s filled with natural light and designed to let you shape the celebration in your own way. Wedding packages include exclusive use of The Commissioner's house, with the surrounding courtyard and garden provides the perfect setting for drinks and canapés . From period architecture and elegantly designed rooms to the distinctive backdrop of ships, gardens and dockyard, the setting feel s timeless and entirely its own. Food is at the heart of every celebration. The head chef brings creativity and craft to every menu, drawing on the best seasonal produce and taking influences from Britain’s rich culinary traditions. They take pride in supporting local suppliers, adding a true Kentish touch to the dishes offered. From refined canapés to indulgent feasts, your wedding breakfast will be shaped around your tastes and your story. Ahead of the day, you’ll enjoy a menu tasting, ensuring that every detail feels personal, celebratory, and unforgettable. If you're looking for a truly unforgettable way to say 'I do,' you can embark on a journey aboard the magnificent and romantic Victorian sloop, HMS Gannet. Choose from the Commander's Cabin, the Quarterdeck or the main deck for you and your guests, then enjoy the evening at The Commissioner's House. You'll have access to the extensive historic site, allowing you to choose from a range of distinctive backdrops for your wedding album. Services Offered The team at The Historic Dockyard Chatham aims to provide as much support as possible throughout your planning journey. Beginning with an initial consultation and tour, their events team will walk you through their process, listening to your needs and aspirations. They love to create bespoke experiences for each happy couple. Their packages include the following: A Personalised service and packages shaped around you Access to the private estate for wedding photography Guidance from an experienced wedding team A dedicated Events Manager on the day Elegant get-ready suites for morning-of preparations In-House catering and menu tasting included within package price Support with Medway Registrars Garden games on the lawn Tables, chairs, linens, cutlery, crockery and glassware all provided Thoughtful touches including unlimited cordial for children, a postbox for cards and easel to display your table plan, table numbers or name holder, and a classic silver cake stand and knife.
The Historic Dockyard Chatham, Chatham, Kent, ME4 4TZ, England
5.0 average from 24 reviews
It really was the best day of our lives. Everything from our initial meeting with Chloe right up until we went back the day after to collect our things was fantastic. The care, the attention to detail, the support and the welcoming and friendly attitude to all of our family and guests was first…
Louise · 2020-11-11
When somebody had told us about Historic Dockyard Chatham being a wedding venue, we were extremely intrigued as to what our day could look like. We emailed the events organiser and made an appointment to gonand see what our options were. This was just before the pandemic set in, so unfortunately…
Laura · 2022-09-06
I got married at this venue in march 2022. I can not recommended them enough. Choice of location for the ceremony. During planning it is such a personal service and nothing is too much trouble. And the staff w
Claire · 2022-09-08
Quite simply the best day of our lives. Unique location steeped in Naval history offering an authentic unique wedding venue. Facilities are all well looked after. Staff are very friendly and relaxed and extremely helpful. No pressure and they go over and beyond to make your day special and hassle…
Sebastian · 2022-09-24
Our recent Wedding on HMS Gannet in Chatham Historic Dockyard was a magical day – we were so lucky with the weather even in mid-October ! Chloe and Ruxandra had given us all the info we needed and responded quickly (and patiently) to our many questions before the day. But we have to make a special…
Kerry · 2022-11-12
Chloe was wonderful and made everything simple, she kept in regular contact and was happy to ask
Beth · 2022-11-14
I cannot fault the service from the Dockyard from our very first visit to view the venue right through to our wedding day. We had to discuss a lot via email due to us currently living in Yorkshire and every query was answered promptly and no request was to
Sabrine · 2023-02-16
Staff at the Dockyard were just wonderful, we had a number of events planned as part of our day and nothing was too much trouble , I think they enjoyed the day as much as we did. we have lots of changes as we originally had to change dates more than once due to covid. Th
Claire · 2023-02-17
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