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Pre-Opening Preview at The Historic Dockyard Chatham

The Historic Dockyard in Chatham, Kent, Chatham, ME4 4TZ

13th - 14th of June 2026

10am - 4pm

Free

Join us for our first wedding showcase following the extensive restoration our historic Kent venue, The Commissioner’s House and Gardens.

About the Showcase

Join us for our first wedding showcase following the extensive restoration our historic Kent venue, The Commissioner’s House and Gardens. Prior to our official opening date we’re inviting couples seeking to view our spectacular venue to join us on Saturday 13 June and Sunday 14 June for an exclusive pre-opening preview.

Step inside The Commissioner’s House; having held centuries of celebrations, laughter and love stories, it will be reopening its doors this summer for you to tell yours. Our meticulously restored house becomes your home for the day, offering an elegant canvas for each chapter of your wedding – whether you’re looking for an intimate ceremony, or a reception fit for a commissioner.

Find out more: thedockyard.co.uk/events/wedding-showcase-weekend/

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Organiser Information

The Historic Dockyard in Chatham

Location:

Kent

Admission:

Free

Experience:

16+ years

Contact & Location

The Historic Dockyard in Chatham, Kent, Chatham, ME4 4TZ

About The Historic Dockyard in Chatham

The Commissioner’s House has held centuries of celebrations, laughter and love stories, and it will be reopening its doors this summer for you to tell yours. Our meticulously restored house becomes your home for the day, offering an elegant canvas for each chapter of your wedding - whether you’re looking for an intimate ceremony, or a reception fit for a commissioner.

Unique historic maritime estate
With 400 years of maritime history, The Historic Dockyard Chatham

Exclusive venue use for every wedding
Make yourself at home at The Commissioner's House

Personalised service

Incredible backdrops for your wedding photos
With centuries of rich architectural and naval heritage, The Historic Dockyard Chatham offers striking backdrops for wedding photos. From sumptuous Georgian interiors and impressive Victorian buildings to historic ships, slips and even a submarine, a wedding here can provide photographs that feel authentically you.
Dedicated wedding coordinator

Dressing Suite (for the bridal party to get ready on the day)

Accommodates from 40 – 200 guests

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