Ghost Tours: Ships & Slipways
The Historic Dockyard Chatham, Chatham · 1 October to 30 November 2026
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Torch-lit ghost walks run on selected dates from October to November 2026 at The Historic Dockyard Chatham, going beyond the standard visitor route. Guides share local accounts of historic deaths and stories passed down by Dockyard workers. The 90-minute walk suits adults over 18 who enjoy after-dark history, though it includes steep stairs and dimly lit spaces.
Highlights
- Torch-lit walking tour of areas beyond the standard visitor route
- Stories including the Half man of HMS Cavalier and the red-headed ghost of HMS Gannet
- Adults only, from £24 per person, booking online required
Getting there
The Historic Dockyard Chatham, ME4 4TZ
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