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.

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