Dock Chat

In this special feature of Dock Chat, we talk to Em Blamey, the Creative Producer at Australian National Maritime Museum and Paul Barnard of The Historic Dockyard Chatham. 

During the episode, you can hear how Brickwrecks came into being, how the team decided which shipwrecks to choose, and the importance the exhibition has for Chatham. 

In this month's episode, we hear from John De Rose, a former apprentice and Shipwright at Chatham dockyard. John is now a longstanding volunteer.

John describes what life was like 40 years ago when the dockyard closed and how he spends his time as a volunteer. 

In this month's episode, we hear from Roger Rosewell, a resident of The Historic Dockyard. 

Roger opens the door about what it's like to live onsite at the Dockyard. 

In this month's episode, we hear from Richard Morsley CEO of Chatham Historic Dockyard Trust.

Richard details the significance of 2024 and the 40th anniversary year of the trust. In the second half of the episode, Richard looks towards 2025 and beyond for what is in store for the Dockyard.

In this month's episode, we hear from volunteer Museum Guide and Researcher, Phil.

Listen as Phil delves into some interesting naval stories he has encountered during his time at the Dockyard.

In this episode, Dock Chat spends time with Vikkie, the Trust's Public Engagement Officer & Dockyard40 Programme Co-ordinator. This year, Vikkie also took on the important task of coordinating activity for the 40th anniversary of the Dockyard's closure. 

Listen to Vikkie speak about her links and memories of the Dockyard and her many roles there.

In this episode we hear from George Hornby, Volunteer Researcher about his links and work at the Dockyard. He also tells a fascinating story about HMS Victory and ancestry.

With over 300 volunteers, The Historic Dockyard Chatham is a thriving place.

Our Volunteer Coordinator, Pip, has a crucial role in managing and coordinating volunteer activities. Hear from Pip about working alongside so many vibrant characters and the benefits they have brought to the whole Dockyard.