Basepoint Chatham

Did you know today is #WorldCakeDay? We never need much of an excuse for cake and there's no surprise that cake has been used to celebrate many occasions at the Dockyard. Here's a #throwback to 1983 and the crew of #HMSOcelot with her 21st birthday cake.

#JobOpportunity: We are seeking an experienced Estate Manager to join the team. This is a strategically important role with the post holder being responsible for a diverse range of property related activity within a mixed-use, heritage environment. bit.ly/3nReykJ

Thanks to funding from @ace_national we have been able to carry out important preservation work on #HMSGannet. Working with @tsrigging we have recently replaced her bowsprit – at the grand old age of 148 she needs a bit of care and attention.  #TransformationTuesday

Celebrating #WorldHorseAppreciationDay with photos of horses at the Dockyard from days gone by. The #Whitbread wagon was a regular sight. These photos show them at Pembroke Gate before the closure of #HMNavalBase and delivering beer to #HMSChurchill.

Who spotted our #poppy wreath as part of our #ArmisticeDay service yesterday? The display features over 400 felt, crochet, knitted and knotted #poppies all hand made by our team and volunteers plus students from Bradfield’s Academy. Read our latest blog: bit.ly/3ppGmi2

Did you join us live on Facebook yesterday for our Armistice Day commemorations virtual event? Read all about it here @Kent_Online kentonline.co.uk/medway/news… #ArmisticeDay

Reminder: we will be live streaming from the #HMSCavalier Monument from 1045 - 1100 to commemorate #ArmisticeDay. We hope you can join us. #LestWeForget

Whilst we are unable to hold our traditional #ArmisticeDay commemoration we will still be honouring the day and remembering fallen servicemen and women. Join us from 1045 tomorrow on Facebook for a live stream from the #HMSCavalier Monument. Full details bit.ly/2Iqj7n0

Huff, puff Wally Spotters! I love railway stations, don't you? Wally has been helping the railway volunteers turn up the spook on our historic railway. Trains will be running for the last time this season on 29, 31 Oct & 1 Nov. Don't forget to book: bit.ly/3mUghWP

Join the search for Wally this October with our Where's Wally? Spooky Museum Search. If you're extra nice to our staff, they might give you a hint or two to help you on your way! Find out more and book: bit.ly/3mUghWP

It's #AmazonPrimeDay so people must be thinking about Christmas! How about a Wreath Making Workshop to get in the festive spirit? Led by our Master Ropemakers, this year we are running them both in person and virtually. Find out more and book: bit.ly/3lzQ0M2

Calling all @CallTheMidwife1 fans - last deliveries of the season! If you're a new fan of the show or you've been watching repeats during lockdown, it's your last chance to walk out onto the cobbles of Poplar this year. #EscapeTheEveryday and book now: bit.ly/2OjAHbz

Today marks the #AutumnEquinox, summer may be officially over but some wonderful #Autumn colours are on their way. Not all visitors get to see this view - can anyone tell us where it is? 📷 Ben O'Brien Photography

Tune into @channel5_tv at 9pm this evening for a new @ITNProductions documentary: Nelson: Britain’s Great Naval Hero. As the birthplace of #HMSVictory, Nelson's flagship at Trafalgar, Chatham played a key role in the #Nelson story. @filminginkent

#DYK we are currently offering our annual tickets at 15% discount? Our tickets are valid for 1 year, giving you access to our incredible site with its historic warships, museum galleries and 80 acres. Pay for a day and you can return again (and again!) for free.