DockChat

By: The Historic Dockyard Chatham
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  • DockChat brings you the stories of the unique community of people who work, live, and play in The Historic Dockyard Chatham.
    Copyright 2024 All rights reserved.
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Episodes
  • Dock Chat with Phil, Volunteer Museum Guide and Researcher (Series 1, Episode 4)

    Dock Chat with Phil, Volunteer Museum Guide and Researcher (Series 1, Episode 4)
    Nov 17 2024

    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.
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    11 mins
  • Dock Chat with Alex, The Master Ropemakers (Series 1, Episode 4)

    Dock Chat with Alex, The Master Ropemakers (Series 1, Episode 4)
    Oct 20 2024

    In episode 4 of Dock Chat, we hear from Alex Rowling of the Master Ropemakers.

    Alex has worked for the Master Ropemakers at The Historic Dockyard for over 10 years. During that time, she held several different roles and helped develop the limited company into what it is today. Alex tells us about her various roles in the Ropery, the development of the retail offering, and the fascinating world of the Ropery.

    Rope has been made at Chatham Dockyard for over 400 years, miles upon miles of rope that has rigged the mightiest vessels ever to take to the sea, including Nelson’s VICTORY.
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    16 mins
  • Dock Chat with Vikkie, Public Engagement Officer & Dockyard40 Programme Co-ordinator (Series 1, Episode 3)

    Dock Chat with Vikkie, Public Engagement Officer & Dockyard40 Programme Co-ordinator (Series 1, Episode 3)
    Oct 4 2024

    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.
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    32 mins

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