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Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

The Master Ropemakers Shop

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Over 400 years experience in traditional Ropemaking and making rope products. Based at The Historic Dockyard, Chatham Kent.

26/10/2026

Our Christmas wreath workshops are selling fast, if you haven't booked a place already, grab a spot whilst you can!

We only have spaces left for November 22nd and December 13th.
https://thedockyard.co.uk/events/christmas-wreath-workshops/
Historic Dockyard Chatham
We can't wait to see you for some Festive Fun.

19/10/2026

Thank you Peter Troy, following a visit to our Shop you spotted a sample banister and asked that we replicate it for your staircase. It really does look fantastic, using antique brass fixings and 24mm synthetic h**p made here Historic Dockyard Chatham
The perfect finish for your renovations.
For bespoke work please call 01634 823890 or drop us an email [email protected]

14/10/2026

Our festive wreath making sessions in November and December are selling fast! book now to avoid disapointment https://thedockyard.co.uk/events/christmas-wreath-workshops/
Historic Dockyard Chatham Master Ropemakers Shop
Dont delay, Book today! A Christmas Afternoon tea is also available at the newly renovated Commissioners House from 2-3pm after your workshop.

07/10/2026

What a magical time of the year... time spent with friends and family doing the things we love.
https://thedockyard.co.uk/events/christmas-wreath-workshops/

Our Christmas Wreath making workshops are available right now, 22/29 November and 6/13 December Historic Dockyard Chatham
It's a very fiendly, crafty session with festive music, mulled w**e and mince pies.

07/10/2026

Where else can you see 400 years of rope-making heritage in action?

As the only one of the original four Royal Navy Ropeyards to remain in operation, join us and watch the Master Ropemakers at work in Chatham's Victorian Ropery.

This is your sign to explore the ¼-mile ropewalk and try your hand at ropemaking on one of the Ropery experience tours.

15/09/2026

Christmas Wreathmaking Experience
Give more than a present- give an experience.
Due to increased demand, we’re delighted to be offering four dates for our festive wreathmaking experience this year.
Join us at 11.30am on 22nd or 29th November, or 6th or 13th December, in the Fitted Rigging House at The Historic Dockyard Chatham.
Afternoon teas are also available to book afterwards, making it the perfect festive day out with friends, family or someone special.
Spaces are limited, so book early and make this Christmas one to remember.

https://thedockyard.co.uk/events/christmas-wreath-workshops/

10/09/2026

Honey and Halloween now available from the Ropery shop at The Historic Dockyard Chatham. Pop in for ghoulish delights and the best Kent Honey 🍯
🕷️ 🎃 👻

02/09/2026

We know... you've only just got the kids back to school and need to pack up the paddling pool etc but.....
https://thedockyard.co.uk/?s=christmas+wreath+making

We are thinking ahead and helping you to plan and budget for all the wonderful things you can do here at Historic Dockyard Chatham over the autumn / winter period.

We have 4 Sunday dates available for our seasonal Christmas crafting sessions. Enjoy decorating your own wreath whilst sipping a mulled w**e and eating mince pies in the company of your crafty companions.

18/08/2026

The heat has finally subsided a little and it’s a perfect day to visit The Historic Dockyard in Chatham. We have everything rope related including short 10m lengths of rope to grab and go. Call the midwife merch, pet products galore and scented candles.
Gifts galore, cold drinks and Ice creams.
Pop by and say Hi!

15/07/2026

The sun is high, the sky is blue.... time to book your Christmas wreathmaking workshop! We have 4 dates in November and December, avoid delay book today. All workshops will be held in the Fitted Rigging House The Historic Dockyard Chatham
https://thedockyard.co.uk/events/christmas-wreath-workshops/

Address

The Historic Dockyard
Chatham
ME44TG

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 4:30pm

Website

http://www.master-ropemakers.co.uk/

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