CHATHAM HISTORIC DOCKYARD TRUST

First Floor North, Fitted Rigging House, Anchor Wharf, Chatham, Kent ME4 4TE

Telephone: 01634 823846

Contact: Chloe Wilson

Nestled within our private estate we have 4 timeless ceremony venues and a breathtaking reception setting, complete with its own secret garden.

The Commissioner’s House, Britain’s oldest naval building, is an elegant Georgian-style house with a choice of beautifully restored rooms to suit all party themes and sizes. The surrounding Commissioner’s Garden provides an unforgettable setting for drinks receptions and photographs.

Not many people can boast they were married on a ship. If you’re looking for a venue with a difference, at The Historic Dockyard Chatham you can say your vows aboard the elegant and romantic, HMS GANNET, a sloop of the Victorian Royal Navy.

If you’re seeking a venue that combines historical significance, elegant surroundings, and impeccable service The Historic Dockyard Chatham is an amazing choice of venue.

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Historic Dockyard Chatham

If you are looking for a stylish, memorable venue, you need look no further – you have found the perfect location!

Commissioner’s House is a unique combination of stunning Georgian architecture and beautiful landscaped gardens within the rich heritage of The Historic Dockyard Chatham. One of the most beautiful historic buildings in Kent, Commissioner’s House has strikingly elegant rooms and terrace licensed for ceremonies.

Not many couples can boast they were married on a ship! You can, aboard the magnificent Victorian 3-masted sloop HMS Gannet. The ceremony can take place in the Commander’s Cabin, on the Quarterdeck or on the main deck of this wonderful and unique location. You can combine your ceremony with a drinks reception onboard, followed by the main reception in Commissioner’s House.