Medway Queen
Situated on the western arm of Gillingham pier, The Medway Queen Preservation Society’s wheelchair accessible visitor centre holds a number of Medway Queen models, memorabilia and gift shop and tells the story of the Medway Queen paddle steamer. How she, although built for pleasure cruises, played a vital role in British defence and the rescue of thousands of allied troops from the Dunkirk beaches during WW2 and, as recently as 1960s and ’70s, became the go-to-place for parties and weddings on the Isle of Wight.
A guided tour begins in the visitor centre and takes in the workshop, where visitors can see current renovation, rebuild and restoration work undertaken by volunteers during the week and the Medway Queen herself. While on board ship, as well as seeing fixture & fitting installation progress, stories from past crew members, rescued soldiers, day-trip passengers and restaurant staff are retold by tour guides bringing the evocative surroundings to life.
Historic Periods
World Wars (1914-1945), Post-War (1945+)Opening Times
Sat, 11am to 4pm (last admission 3pm)
Cost
Visitor Centre admission is free.
Ship admission £7 per adult (Accompanied children under 16 free), tickets valid for one year
More Information
Telephone:01634 575717
Website: http://www.medwayqueen.co.uk
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheMedwayQueenPreservationSociety
Twitter: https://twitter.com/PSMedwayQueen
Facilities
Parking nearbyKent Children’s University
Not a Kent Children’s University Destination
E-Badge
Even if you can’t visit our site, you can earn our e-badge by colouring pictures then logging in and entering the code revealed on the Wheels of Time My E-badges page.”
Address
Gillingham Pier, Pier Approach Road, Gillingham
ME7 1RX