Sun Pier House CIC

The Anchor
2026-05-19 15:30 - 17:30, 2026-05-12 15:30 - 17:30 UTC | Café, Second Floor, Sun Pier House, Chatham, Kent, ME4 4HF
The Anchor is an after-class social club where older teens can stop by for a drink, get creative, learn something new, or just chill with friends.

Zest - Dementia Friendly Arts Experiences
2026-05-19 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-12 10:00 - 12:00 | Community Hire Space, First Floor, Sun Pier House, Chatham, Kent, ME4 4HF
Bright Shadow’s Zest Groups are shaped to individual needs and are safe and accessible. They introduce a rich mix of arts experiences that are mood-boosting, invigorating and which enhance communication and relationships. You don’t need to have experience of being creative to enjoy them. They offer a wide range of creative activities designed and led by professional artists based on the interests and needs of those taking part.

Life Drawing Sessions
2026-05-18 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-11 10:00 - 12:00 | Creation Space, Ground Floor, Sun Pier House, Chatham, Kent, ME4 4HF
Self-led Life Drawing sessions held weekly in the Creation Space organised by a local art group.
Contact Lynn for more information at lynn-drew@outlook.com

Zen Go Yoga
2026-05-18 09:15 - 12:30, 2026-05-11 09:15 - 12:30 | Community Hire Space, First Floor, Sun Pier House, Chatham, Kent, ME4 4HF
Join Angela from Zen Go yoga for 3 different classes every Monday.

Broken Heart Bazaar
2026-05-16 11:00 - 15:00 | Sun Pier House, Medway Street, Chatham, Kent, ME4 4HF
Twice a year, we welcome Medway’s original alternative market Broken Heart Bazaar raising funds for the British Heart Foundation. It brings something different to Chatham. Expect one-of-a-kind curios, gothic designs, and pagan wares, bold aesthetics and subculture. Everything you won’t find on the high street.

Archives - Exhibition
2026-05-16 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-15 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-14 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-09 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-08 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-07 10:00 - 16:00 | Riverside Gallery, Second Floor, Sun Pier House, Chatham, Kent, ME4 4HF
A selection of artworks and object from deep within the Sun Pier House Vaults

Café Open
2026-05-16 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-15 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-14 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-09 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-08 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-07 10:00 - 16:00 | Café, Second Floor, Sun Pier House, Chatham, Kent, ME4 4HF
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 Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays.

Gallery Lates
2026-05-14 16:00 - 20:00 | Café & Gallery, Second Floor, Sun Pier House, Chatham, Kent, ME4 4HF
Looking for a relaxed way to spend your evening? Gallery Lates at Sun Pier House are back and better than ever. Think chilled-out vibes, creative energy, and stunning views over the river, all rolled into one perfect after-hours social.

Thursday Art Club
2026-05-14 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-07 10:00 - 12:00 | Creation Space, Ground Floor, Sun Pier House, Chatham, Kent, ME4 4HF
Artist-led sessions allowing participants to work on their own projects or explore new techniques

Centa Co Circle - Autistic Female Group
2026-05-13 13:45 - 15:45, 2026-05-06 13:45 - 15:45 | Creation Space, Ground Floor, Sun Pier House, Chatham, Kent, ME4 4HF
Centa Co Circle is a social and creative club for autistic women aged 18+. It provides a calm, supportive environment where members are able to socialise, build friendships, and take part in arts and crafts.

Wednesday Art Club
2026-05-13 10:00 - 12:00 | Creation Space, Ground Floor, Sun Pier House, Chatham, Kent, ME4 4HF

Messy Paint - Creative Play for under 5's
2026-05-08 09:30 - 10:15 | Creation Space, Ground Floor, Sun Pier House, Chatham, Kent, ME4 4HF
Designed especially for under 5’s, these playful painting sessions are all about exploring colour, texture, and creativity in a fun and relaxed space. No need to worry about the clear up – that’s what Messy Paint is all about!

Draw Manga with Nadia
2026-05-07 16:00 - 18:00 | Café, Second Floor, Sun Pier House, Chatham, Kent, ME4 4HF
Join local comic artist Nadia Perrotta for a relaxed monthly manga session in the Sun Pier House Café.
Draw, chat, get inspired, and take a peek behind the scenes of Murphy’s Adventures, Nadia’s manga-influenced comic series.
No teaching, just shared creativity.
First Thursday of the month
4–6pm
Sun Pier House Café
£8 per session – All ages welcome

Medway ArtBox - Resident Photo Display
2026-05-07 - 2026-05-26 | Medway ArtBox, Rochester High Street, Rochester, ME1 1PY, United Kingdom
Armed with disposable cameras, residents documented their daily life at Sun Pier House, their creative process, studio spaces, unfinished ideas, moments of connection, quiet routines, community workshops, and the view from their chairs.These photographs are now on display in the Medway ArtBox for everyone to see until Tuesday the 26th of May.
Located snugly between The Halpern Conservancy Building and the Guildhall Museum you will find MedwayArtBox: the smallest art gallery in Rochester.
The repurposed red BT Telephone Box is a place for artists and the local community to display and share their work and take part in creative projects and installations.
