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Chatham Historic Dockyard

National Museum & Exhibition · Kent, England

Chatham Historic Dockyard is a national museum & exhibition in Kent, England. See prices, opening times, the best days to avoid the crowds, parking and food, with every detail dated so you know how fresh it is.

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PriceAdult £29–£32.50 · Child £18.50–£20.50 · Family £78
Checked on the official page: adult £29 online / £32.50 on the door, child (4-15) £18.50 / £20.50, family (2+2 or 1+3) £78 / £87; under-4s free. Tickets valid for a year.
Opening timesOpen daily from 10am April to August; varied hours in Feb, Mar and Sep-Oct; closed for winter November to February except Christmas dates.
Best time to goWeekdays in term time.
School holiday tipEarly July is the sweet spot for Scottish families: English/Welsh schools stay in until about 20-23 July. Late August is the English/Welsh peak, so choose Tue-Thu and arrive at opening. Indoor venue: wet half-term days cause surges; check the forecast.
Best agesMost suit about 5-12; free places suit short visits with younger children
If it rainsMostly indoors: wet days tend to be busiest
ParkingFree parking. (Free)
Money saverMany are free, so budget for parking and food only; go for 2 hours, not all day.
Top tipsSee the ropery and the warships first. Bring a picnic.
What to packSnacks, water bottle, pram or carrier, wipes

Details checked against the official website on 23 Oct 2026. Venue website or source

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