The Festival of Chatham Reach
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A weekend celebrating the the river – Saturday 17th September 2022
Developed by Tiller & Wheel and Sun Pier House, in partnership with Medway Council.
The Festival of Chatham Reach creates a country fayre atmosphere, focusing on the heritage of the River and historic river vessels. With activities located on Sun Pier and alongside at Sun Pier House, in Chatham.
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Last year, we had something for everyone at the festival, with activities including:
- Steam Tug Barking offering free ship tours
- Free sailing trips on board Sailing Barges Edith May and Repertor
- Sailing Barge Blue Mermaid offering free tours and demonstrations
- A Whitstable Oyster Smack attending on display
- Jetstream Tours attending with ‘Jacob Marley’, running free short river excursions
- Free history walks, covering the wharfs and west end of Chatham High Street
- Live music throughout the day, including sea shanties and folk music
- Have-a-go activities for all to try and learn about river vessels,
- Demonstrations of traditional river skills
- Costumed characters
- An arts market, local produce and food stalls
- Exhibitions inside The Riverside Gallery at Sun Pier House, inspired by local history
- Drop in family friendly art workshops
- Traditional carnival games for all ages
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