Situated on the River Medway in Kent, Chatham Maritime Marina is at the heart of a multi-million pound leisure and retail development that's set to become a major waterfront attraction. Currently the marina has 310 berths and is close to a factory outlet shopping complex, a water activities centre as well as a pub and restaurant, which provides a picturesque watering hole. There's also a local convenience store stocking essential items, with various other facilities planned.
The marina provides the perfect base from which to explore the surrounding area. The Medway Estuary offers excellent cruising in the lower reaches, with many secluded anchorages, perfect for lazy lunch stops.
The river is navigable for around 13 miles from its mouth at Sheerness to Rochester. For boats drawing no more than two metres, the possibilities are even greater. Further up, past Allington Lock, the river meanders through delightful countryside to Maidstone and Tonbridge. From the Medway itself lies the wider cruising area of the East Coast and its rivers, while Holland is just 80 miles away.
Adjacent to the marina is the historic Chatham dockyard, while the attractions of Chatham, Gillingham and Rochester are only minutes away. Access is excellent, with direct road links to the M2 and Central London just 40 minutes away by rail.
Boatyard Facilities
As well as providing first-class berthing and marina services, Chatham Maritime Marina has a boatyard which offers excellent facilities for boat owners wanting to carry out boat repairs or maintenance work. There is storage ashore for over 100 boats along with a 16 ton crane, a hydraulic boat mover and yacht cradles for your convenience. There is also a purpose-built lifting dock, accessible at all states of tide, and a dedicated DIY area.To complement these facilities, there is a professional, highly qualified team on hand at the yard to carry out any lifting. Both petrol and diesel are available, enabling you to make the most of your cruising rather than making special journeys for fuel.
FACILITIES & SERVICES
- 310 berths
- Max LOA: 24m
- Fuel (petrol, diesel)
- Boat lifting and storage ashore
- 16 ton crane
- Laundry facilities
- Accessible from the river at all states of the tide through a lock entrance *
- MDL WiFi
How to get to Chatham Maritime Marina
By Road
The postcode for your Sat Nav is ME4 4LP.
From the M25 Junction 2, take the A2 towards Canterbury. At the junction of the A2/M2 take the A289. Follow signs towards the Medway Tunnel. On exiting the tunnel, take the slip road on the left and once on this road get into the right-hand lane. At the top of the slip road is a set of traffic lights and a roundabout. Turn right at the roundabout and follow the road towards Chatham. At the next roundabout turn right onto Western Avenue and follow the road round to the marina.
By Rail
From London you can catch a train from London Bridge, Victoria, Charing Cross or Waterloo East to Chatham. The marina can then be reached by a short taxi ride from the rank right outside the station.
By Boat
Enter the R. Medway off Garrison Pt (Sheerness) and follow the buoyed channel for 9.5 miles. The entrance to Chatham Maritime Marina is 1·5 miles above Gillingham, after a long left-hand bend. Enter the marina via a lock, available H24, but with only 1·5m over the sill at MLWS. Waiting pontoons are without/in. Call ‘Chatham Maritime Marina’ on VHF Ch 80 or by mobile for a vacant berth.
Usefull Information
Battery Disposal
A cage for battery disposal is situated by the bin compound at the end of the main building.
Berthing Package Fees
Payment for all berthing package fees is due in advance and maybe made by cash, cheque (supported by banker’s card), credit card or debit card.
Car Parking
All vehicles should be parked in the designated car parking areas. Please do not park on the banks, grass, roadways or craning area. Please display your parking pass at all times.
Chandlery
The chandlery is situated in the Marina Office and is stocked with essential items.
Chemical Toilet Disposal
Disposal points are to be found adjacent to the Marina Office and in the toilet building near the main gate. The nearest pump-out facility is at Windsor Marina.
Dogs
Dogs are welcome but must be kept on a leash at all times. Please prevent them from fouling and should an accident happen please clean it up Please use the dog bins provided.
Electricity (supplied at user’s risk and subject to availability)
For conditions of use and charges, please contact the Marina Office.
Emergency Telephone
An emergency telephone is situated inside the entrance of the toilet and shower block, at the end of the Marina Office building.
Flare Disposal
Out of date flares should be disposed of responsibly by returning them to the chandlery at which they were purchased, or by delivering them to a coastguard station. Please do not place flares in refuse bins.
Fuel
Petrol and diesel are available during daylight hours. Please call at the Marina Office to be served.
Local Interest/Entertainment
A customer information file is available in the Marina Office giving details of local restaurants, events and places of interest.
Marina Office
Open 12 hours a day throughout the year. Night security is contactable on 07885 189805.
Marina Tenants
A list of tenants and services on site is available at the Marina Office.
Marina Regulations
These can be found in our Marina Regulations booklet available from the Marina Office. It will be assumed that all customers have read, understood and will abide by these regulations.
Medical Emergencies
The nearest casualty department is Wexham Park Hospital in Slough. Follow signs for Windsor, then Slough and pick up signs for the hospital. Should you require the services of a doctor or dentist, please see a member of staff who will give you the necessary information and/or directions.
Night Access
The main gate is accessible at night by using the code given at the Marina Office. Please do not give this code to third parties. The gate opens automatically as you leave the marina by car. If you experience any problems gaining access, please call the Night Dockmaster on 07885 189805.
Refuse Disposal
Bin compounds are situated by the toilet and shower blocks, one adjacent to the end of the main office building and one by the main gate. In addition, both compounds contain recycling bins, battery, oil and fuel disposal. The compound by the Marina Office also has a hazardous waste disposal facility. The Merchant Shipping and Fishing Vessels (Port Waste Reception Facilities) Regulations 2003 require that all skippers/owners must dispose of their waste at the refuse disposal point before leaving the marina, unless they have dedicated storage capacity on board to store the waste until the next port of call. All vessels that arrive from outside of the European Union must contact the Marina Office for instructions on how to dispose of waste in accordance with DEFRA regulations.
Security
The marina is regularly patrolled by dock staff. Security cameras operate around the site and 24 hour recordings are taken.
Shops
There is a 24 hour petrol station on the main road which sells a small amount of essential items. There is a post office and general store on the main road going towards Maidenhead. This is about a 20 minute stroll away and is open 7 days a week. Further afield there is a Tesco in Dedworth. Please ask a member of staff for directions.
Speed Limit
A speed limit of 5 knots is in force throughout the marina. Caution must be exercised when entering or leaving the marina, at which time the horn should be sounded. A speed limit of 10 mph should be observed by all cars.
Tenders
All tenders and trailers must be clearly marked with the vessel’s name. Dinghies and davits must not project over walkways, and dinghies should not be stowed on pontoons. For safety reasons, the use of dinghies within the marina should be avoided.
Toilets/Showers
These are situated in the main building at the opposite end to the Marina Office. There is another toilet/shower block on the far side of the marina; access is gained by a code issued by the Marina Office on payment of berthing package fees. Please do not pass the code on to third parties. The disabled toilet is also situated here. Please note, the use of marine toilets in the marina is forbidden.
Trolleys
Luggage trolleys are available at various points around the marina. IT IS STRICTLY FORBIDDEN FOR ANYONE TO RIDE IN THE TROLLEYS.
Urgent Messages
Urgent messages for berth holders/visitors should be logged with the Marina Office.
Waste Oil Disposal
Tanks for waste oil are situated in the bin compound at the end of the main building and by the G/H pier bin compound.
Water
Fresh water is available from the hoses on the pontoons. Please leave the hoses as you would like to find them and conserve water usage when washing down, especially in the summer.
Wildfowl
Please do not feed or encourage ducks, geese and swans on to the pontoons as they create a Health and Safety hazar.
Contact Chatham Maritime Marina
Chatham Maritime Marina,The Lock Building,
Leviathan Way,
Chatham Maritime,
Chatham,
Medway,
ME4 4LP
Tel: (01634) 899200
Fax: (01634) 899201
Contact Name: Charlotte Walker
Position: Marina Manager
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