The Hospital of Sir John Hawkins, Knight in Chatham
Sir John Hawkins Hospital, High Street, Chatham, Kent, ME4 4EW
The Governors of this Elizabethan naval charity invite visitors to see the boardroom that contains artefacts relating to the history and career of Sir John Hawkins, an important English admiral in the 1580s to 1590s and to the establishment and continuity of the charity which provides homes for needy and disabled mariners and shipwrights and for other ex-service personnel. The charity has been providing accommodation on the same High Street site to eligible service personnel and civilians since 1594. The precincts of the Almhouses occupy a corner of the former St Batholomew's Hospital and the delightful garden gives a good prospect of the river Medway, making a pleasant spot in which to enjoy some refreshments.
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 13 September:
- 1100-1600
- Sunday 14 September:
- 1100-1600
- Saturday 20 September:
- 1100-1600
- Sunday 21 September:
- 1100-1600
Location & directions
Sir John Hawkins Hospital, High Street, Chatham, Kent, ME4 4EW
- Directions:
- The almshouse is situated on the north side of the High Street on the boarder between Rochester and Chatham. The almshouse is between the building known as Featherstones and the GSA clothing Emprium.
- Contact on day:
- Paul Roberts
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
There is a stairlift to the garden area for those unable to use steps. Wheelchairs need to be folded and carried down. Toilet on site (down steps)
