Top Things to do in Chatham
Things to do in Chatham, England: The Best Sights & Landmarks
Discover the best top things to do in Chatham, United Kingdom including Buckmore Park, Nucleus Arts Creative Riverside Hub, Bluebell Hill Picnic Site, Fort Amherst, Fort Luton, Great Lines Heritage Park.
Restaurants in Chatham
1. Buckmore Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 204 reviews
Nestled in the North Kent downs and surrounded by picturesque woodland lies the beating heart of British karting and following the recent redevelopment by the late John Surtees CBE, it is put simply, one of the most stunning motorsport locations in the United Kingdom. Buckmore Park has been making pulses race for over fifty years. Since its launch in 1963, it has become the breeding ground for many young drivers, eager to cut their teeth before moving on to different types of motorsport, this list includes Triple F1 World Champion Lewis Hamilton & Jenson Button. But aside from being a bona fide, blue-blooded race circuit, Buckmore has something to offer everyone, no experience necessary. Whether it’s for that first taste of motorsport or just another box checked on the bucket list, thousands of adults and children flood to the circuit each year to experience the twist, turns and adrenaline rush of driving on hallowed tarmac.
Reviewed By T8993TIkatherineb
Our 15 year old son had an amazing morning on his junior karting session. The staff were really helpful and attentive. The set up of score boards etc made it feel like a professional race and the hire of overalls, gloves and helmets was included. Would highly recommend.
2. Nucleus Arts Creative Riverside Hub
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
The Hub offers state of the Art facilities, from shared creative office space to a superb coffee shop. Doverbooks.co.uk & Creatabot both have pop up shops. There is community space available, studios, a counselling room, a meeting room and more...
3. Bluebell Hill Picnic Site
4. Fort Amherst
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 348 reviews
Originally constructed during Napoleonic times in preparation for a possible invasion, Chatham's Fort Amherst was also used as a civil defence centre in both world wars. The Fort has been in a near constant state of restoration since the 1980's by the Fort Amherst Heritage Trust, a charity who works hard to manage and maintain the vast site whilst sympathetically returning its grounds and buildings to their original state to ensure Britain's largest Napoleonic Fortress can be enjoyed by all.
Reviewed By Alwaysmagicmoments - Gillingham, United Kingdom
To my shame, I have overlooked this place for years. Looking for something to do with my teenage daughter and three year old son we went. Parking was great loads of room and free if you go in for a tour. The staff were very helpful, the internet said there was an afternoon tour but it was the start of the season and there was only ment to be one. I explained that it said on the internet the tour times. She had been speaking to the tunnel guides, who is a volunteer. He'd just finished his lunch. A stroke of luck, for us and a very kind gesture. Seeing us upset he said he would take us all, as another two groups were asking too. We had no idea we were in for a real treat. The place is a real surprise inside. It is steeped in history and our guide was so knowledgeable. My son wanted to fiddle with everything. And got cross when I wouldn't let him. The guide was very patient. He was fantastic with all he knew and smiled at Oberon's high spirits. I will bring a touch for my son next time. To keep him occupied. He enjoyed it loved the walk through the tunnels, but wanted it all quicker. He's no good at standing still and listening yet. Other kids there from other people were fine the whole time. You really have to see the place from the inside out. The veiws are amazing and you can see why they chose this location to build this place. Lovely walks around the grounds for you and dogs. Picnic area for food. The café is lovely, the hot food and drinks are hot and very tasty. Unlike other places I have visited. My daughter was buzzing after with all that she had seen. She wanted her dad to visit and her nanny too. We have called friends to arrange to meet up here for something to do together. Each tour is slightly different as each guide brings something to each visit. Which is great as you learn even more about the place and it makes it more interesting. They have an Easter hunts and other things for the kids too. Very good price a must see.
5. Fort Luton
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6 reviews
Fort Luton is a Victorian Fort in Chatham that played a vital role in siege practices during the beginning of the 1900s, and also through WWII It is now open as a Community Hub One of its many functions is to hold Charity Comedy Nights for Much Laughter CIC , which raises awareness of FASD and funds for other local causes.
