Ship and Trades, Chatham

A beautiful marina setting and stylish modern design make the Ship and Trades first choice for those looking for a place to dine, drink and stay in Chatham.

This contemporary bar, restaurant and hotel overlooks one of the yacht basins at the former Royal Naval Dockyard, and its extensive waterfront seating offers panoramic views across the River Medway to historic Upnor Castle.

Inside, a glass-panelled wraparound restaurant serves up some lovely marina vistas along with delicious fresh food, while the bar offers a range of cask ales, wines and.

Fifteen boutique bedrooms – some boasting marina views and private balconies – are stylishly designed with a nod to the location’s nautical heritage, while Dickens World, The Historic Dockyard Chatham and Dockside Outlet Shopping Centre are within walking distance. A short drive upriver is historic Rochester, home to a Norman castle and an ancient cathedral – dating back to 604AD, it is the second-oldest in England.