Limited Café Opening in 2025:

We don’t anticipate reopening the café fully to the public in 2025. Instead, we’ll be open during special events and open days. We know this can make it tricky to know when we’re open, so we encourage you to check ahead.

We would love to be open daily but following COVID and the renovations, we’re working with a very small team and are currently focusing on hosting events, running workshops, and supporting local community groups at our venue.

To stay up to date with our café opening times, please follow us on social media or visit our What’s On page.

The View

Perched on the top floor of Sun Pier House, our café offers stunning panoramic views of the River Medway, stretching from Rochester Castle to Upnor Castle. This peaceful spot provides a welcome escape from the bustle of Chatham High Street and is the perfect place to soak up the atmosphere during our public events and open days.

With its warm and welcoming feel, the café features cosy leather couches, antique tables, and vintage-inspired seating – creating a relaxed environment where visitors can unwind, connect, and enjoy the view. Our fully licensed bar is also open during select events, offering drinks and light refreshments.

As a not-for-profit arts organisation, everything we do supports local artists, makers, and community groups across Medway. Every visit helps sustain creative opportunities for the wider community.

Public Access During Events & Open Days

Our café is not currently open for regular daily service, but you can still visit us during special events and public open days. We know this can make it tricky to plan a visit—so be sure to check our What’s On page or follow us on social media for the latest updates on opening times.

We hope to reopen more regularly in the future, but for now, we’re focusing on hosting events, supporting our community partners, and making use of our beautiful space in meaningful ways.

Exciting Accessibility Update!

We’re thrilled to announce that a new lift will be opening in Spring 2025, making our venue fully accessible to all. This long-awaited improvement will open up Sun Pier House to even more visitors, artists, and community groups, reinforcing our commitment to inclusivity.

Private Hire

Looking for a unique venue for a meeting, celebration, or creative gathering? We offer private bookings with catering options tailored to your needs. Comfortably accommodating up to 60 guests. Whether you’re hosting a networking event, private celebration, or creative workshop, our fully licensed bar ensures you can enjoy the space well into the evening.