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04/09/2026

🚤⚙️ Heritage Open Days at Medway Archives Centre: Working life on the River Medway - Short Brothers ✈️📜

Join us at Medway Archives Centre for a special Heritage Open Day drop-in event exploring the rich industrial heritage of the River Medway and the legacy of the iconic Short Brothers aircraft manufacturers.
🗓️ Wednesday ,16 September
⏰ 10am to 1pm
📍 Medway Archives Centre, Bryant Road, Strood

✈️ Discover the story of Short Brothers, one of Medway's most important employers and pioneers in aviation
🚤 Learn about the flying boats and seaplanes that were once a familiar sight on the River Medway
💬 Meet representatives from Short Brothers Aviation Heritage CIC and view their special display
🏭 Find out more about the people who worked in Medway's riverside industries and helped shape the area's heritage

🎟️ Free event. No booking required. Just drop in

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03/09/2026

🌿📖 This Saturday at Medway Archives Centre come along to the Medway's Marshes drop-in event 🐦🌊

Discover the fascinating story of Medway's marshes and why these unique landscapes have played such an important role in the area's history, wildlife and way of life.
🗓️ Saturday, 5 September
⏰ 10am to 12 noon
📍 Medway Archives Centre, Bryant Road Strood

🌿 Learn about Medway's distinctive marshland landscapes
📜 Explore historical records and local stories connected to the marshes
🐦 Discover their importance for wildlife, communities and the environment

✅ Free to attend. No booking required. Just drop in

👉 Whether you're interested in local history, nature, family history or simply curious about Medway's past, come along and uncover the stories hidden within Medway's marshes.

More MAC events: https://orlo.uk/QiEMS

02/09/2026

01/09/2026

🪦 Come and enjoy some spine-chilling tales after dark in the unique historic setting of our beautiful late-Tudor mansion, Eastgate House. ‘An Evening of Classic Ghost Stories’ returns by popular demand: make sure you secure your spooky spot before they sell out! 👻

🎟️ Tickets on Sale: 1 September 2026, 9am
🔗 Booking Link: www.ticketsource.com/eastgate-ghost-stories

💀 Friday, 30 Oct - 5:30pm + 7:00pm
💀 Saturday 31 Oct - 5:30pm + 7:00pm
💀 Sunday 1 Nov - 5:30pm + 7:00pm

31/08/2026

🚢📖 Book your place now for a Heritage Open Days Talk at Medway Archives Centre: Working Life on the River Medway - John Oliver's Story ⚓✨

This is a unique opportunity to explore Medway's maritime heritage through the story of the extraordinary local character, John Oliver, whose determination and achievements continue to inspire.
🗓️ Wednesday 16 September
⏰ 2pm to 3pm
📍 Medway Archives Centre, Bryant Road, Strood

⚓ Hear the inspiring story of tug boat captain John Oliver, who never let being born without hands define his life
🎨 Discover how he trained as an artist, painting with his toes, before pursuing his passion for sailing
🚢 Learn about his work on the River Medway, including skippering the tug Hobbit and helping preserve historic vessels
📚 Enjoy a talk by Frances Beaumont, based on her book Life without Hands: John Oliver and Me
✍️ Meet the author and purchase a signed copy of the book

🎟️ Free to attend
📧 Advance booking essential. To book: email [email protected] or
📞 Call 01634 332714

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26/08/2026

Final few days of “Living History” at Rochester Castle today and tomorrow! 📜

Our final (cooler) week of our summer holiday activities sees ‘Laws, land management and hierarchy’ as our living history programme continues.

📅 26 & 27 August

🕰️ 10am - 4:30pm

English Heritage
Visit Medway
Visit Kent
Kent Attractions

26/08/2026

🌿📖 Save the date for Medway Archives Centre Saturday Drop-In: Medway's Marshes 🐦🌊

Discover the fascinating story of Medway's marshes and why these unique landscapes have played such an important role in the area's history, wildlife and way of life.
🗓️ Saturday, 5 September
⏰ 10am to 12 noon
📍 Medway Archives Centre, Bryant Road Strood

🌿 Learn about Medway's distinctive marshland landscapes
📜 Explore historical records and local stories connected to the marshes
🐦 Discover their importance for wildlife, communities and the environment

✅ Free to attend. No booking required. Just drop in

👉 Whether you're interested in local history, nature, family history or simply curious about Medway's past, come along and uncover the stories hidden within Medway's marshes.

More MAC events: https://orlo.uk/CJSLV

25/08/2026

🎨 Calling all Medway creatives! 🎨