Departure times for 1st -2nd June 2019 

FAQ's

How do I by tickets? 

Tickets may be purchased on the boat or online above. If you buy a ticket online this will speed up our ticket checking process and allow you to sit back and enjoy the boat ride. 

Cards are accepted on the boat, however if you have cash it will greatly help if the correct coins. 

Where do you drop us in Rochester?

Rochester pier is immediately in front of the Castle, near the Crown pub. There is a 2 minute walk to the high street.

What happens if the weather is bad?

The boat has seating inside and out and the boat will sail regardless. As we are on a sheltered river we do not expect waves to cause our sea-going catamaran any issues.

Will you be selling drinks onboard?

We will be selling drinks however we must make tickets our priority. Once tickets are completed a crew member will be happy to assist.

Where do I park?

Parking is available in any of the Pay and Display carparks in the Chatham area.

Please ensure you display a valid parking ticket at all times.

• Riverside, Dock Road, ME4 4SL
• Chatham Waterfront, Globe Lane, ME4 4HA
• Town Hall, Whiffen's Avenue,  ME4 4SF
• Pentagon Centre, The Brook, ME4 4LA

Click here for further Parking information

Can I use a Bus to get the Pier?

Yes you can, The closest Bus stop is Chatham Waterfront bus garage, which is served by Arriva, ASD and Chalkwell coaches.

Once you alight from the bus walk towards the river and you will see the blue pier to your left. 

Can I get a Pram, Bicycle or Wheelchair on the boat?

We can accomodate prams, Bicycles or wheelchairs on the boat from Rochester and Sun Pier. Sadly Chatham Marina does not offer step free access and so prams and bicycle's must be foldable. There is a maximum of 13 bicycles available per sailing.

I live on Saint Mary's Island, Can I catch the boat to Rochester?

Yes of course, The Boat will be making several calls into Chatham Maritime Marina during the day. However please ensure you return on the correct boat from Rochester which will take you back to the Island

Please wait at the top of the pier until the boat arrives.

Last departure from Rochester to the Island is 1830. 

Can I park at Chatham Marina and then catch the boat from there? 

Sadly not, there is no allocated parking at Chatham Marina or at Dockside. This stop is purely for those within walking distance of Chatham Marina. We are unable to accept any liability for anyone who parks in Chatham Dockside or the surrounding area.

Will there be a commentary onboad?

As we will be needing to keep to a timetable the service will be operating a pick up and drop service only. Crew will be walking around collecting fares as the boat is travelling and so tannoy announcments and commentary will not be available on this service. (with the exception of safety announcments).

Commentaries will be available on our Rochester Circular services.