For visiting boats
Chatham Maritime Marina lies on the River Medway in Kent at the heart of the Chatham Maritime waterfront, entered through a lock usable at all states of the tide. It has 412 berths for boats up to 24 m, a fuel berth, a 16.5-ton crane with a lifting dock usable at any state of tide, storage ashore for over 100 boats, a laundry and shops, cinema and restaurants next door. The Medway gives some 13 miles of sheltered river cruising from Sheerness to Rochester, with many quiet anchorages in its lower reaches.
- Guest berths
- Chatham Maritime is on the River Medway; the lock is accessible at all states of the tide – call on VHF 80. Fuel (petrol, diesel) on site. The Medway is navigable about 13 miles from Sheerness to Rochester.
- Berths
- 412
- Limits
- length up to 24 m
- Radio
- VHF channel 80 · emergency VHF 16
- Position
- 51°24.12′ N 0°32.46′ E (51.40194, 0.54097)
- Fuel
- Fuel on site: diesel and petrol
- Phone
- +44 1634 899200
Prices
| Visitor berth any length LOA per metre per day, incl. VAT, incl. electricity | £5.20 per m / day |
|---|---|
| Short stay up to 4 hours, up to 15 m fixed price, incl. VAT | £13.10 / visit |
| Short stay up to 4 hours, 15.1 m and over fixed price, incl. VAT | £19.30 / visit |
Included in the berth price: wifi, water and electricity. Price list → · checked 19 Oct 2026 – prices may change
Services and facilities
© OpenStreetMap · OpenSeaMap — sea marks for the approach
Sailing here? Take VesselSOS with you.
- Family see you from shoreA live link in any browser – they don’t need the app.
- One tap to the right rescue centreHere Dover Coastguard – the app switches centre as you move, with your position and call script even without signal.
- Return-time checkIf you’re not back in time, your people know.
- Shared hazard mapRocks, nets and other hazards reported by other boaters.
Frequently asked
Which VHF channel does the marina use?
VHF channel 80. In an emergency use channel 16.
Is there fuel at Chatham Maritime Marina?
Yes, there is fuel at the marina.
Who do I call in an emergency at sea here?
Sea rescue: Dover Coastguard 999. Or call 112. On the radio: MAYDAY on VHF channel 16.