Mystery of the Peel Ports sign at Commodore’s Hard
The sign collapsed on 20 January. This video, captured from the MSBA CCTV camera, reveals what really happened. Adam Taylor of Medway Council tells us that a new sign will be erected very soon.
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Chatham Docks to close in 2025
As long suspected, Peel Land & Property have revealed that Chatham Docks will close in 2025 for redevelopment into housing, retail, tourism and leisure. Business Minister Kelly Tolhurst has expressed concern at the potential loss of...
Rochester Pier closed until further notice
Rochester Pier is closed again pending repair. This time there’s a potentially serious issue that the concrete dolphin, which links the two brows, has broken and buoyancy has become compromised. There’s a possibility of...
Commodore’s Hard closed 30+31 July
The contractors are back, so the hard will be closed for 2 days.
Another mystery boat on Rochester Pier
“Chequered Flag” has been moored without permission on Rochester Pier for at least two weeks. Adam Taylor of Medway Council says it will be seized and sold if not removed by 18 July. If...
Medway River Festival, 16 June 2019
Some of the historic vessels in today’s sail past, plus the impressive Switzer Meridian fire tug which danced like a ballerina.
Commodore’s Hard closure (updated)
Medway Council advise that Commodores Hard slipway will be CLOSED to all users for essential safety repairs from 1st June to 1st July 2019. PLEASE DO NOT USE THE SLIPWAY DURING REPAIRS. The nearest...
Rochester Pier closed again
Adam Taylor, Rivers & Paths Manager, Medway Council says, “Owing to a fault with the pontoon gate, we have had to close Rochester Pier until next Monday. Also, I’m working to retrieve traffic cones from...
Sun Pier re-opened at last!
We’ve just heard from Adam Taylor of Medway Council that Sun Pier is open again following some “enhanced engagement” with the electricity supplier. Note that overnight mooring is not currently allowed but we should...
Rochester Pier re-opened
Adam Taylor from Medway Council says “Apologies for the long delay regarding Rochester Pier, I’m pleased to announce the electrics are finally fixed and the access gate works correctly, so the pier is open...
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