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    USEFUL INFORMATION

    Coastguard 01255 675518
    Customs and Excise (National Advice Service) 0845 0109000
    Dentist 01634 840303
    Doctor 01634 845898
    Harbourmaster 01795 561234
    Hospital 01634 830000
    Police 01634 827055
    Rail Enquiries 0845 7484950
    Taxis
    Computer Cab Co 01634 848848
    Windmill Radio Taxis 01634 851122/ 0800 582582
    Theatres
    Central Theatre 01634 403868
    Medway Little Theatre 01634 400322
    Weather
    Marinecall 09068 500457
    Metfax 09060 100457

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    MARINE SERVICES

    Below you will find a selection of marine services in the Medway area.

    Inchgreen Marine Services
    Antifouling, Boat Valeting, Engine Sales & Repair, Grp Repairs/Maintenance, Marine Electricians, Marine Engineers, Marine Installations, Marine Joinery, Marine Plumbing, Nanni Diesel, Perkins Sabre, Upholstery, Volvo Penta
    Inchgreen Marine Services

    The company has been trading since 1990 as a mobile service before becoming established at Medway Bridge Marina in boat shed 2. Over the years the range of services offered has increased along with our reputation for good quality work. The company still has a mobile service visiting customers any where in Kent, but with frequent visits to local clubs and marinas along the river Medway. Our customers come to us from London and beyond.

    Inchgreen Marine Services is run by Ian Little with dedicated staff who have worked in the marine trade for over fifteen years. We have a carpenter, shipwrights and a Perkins / Sabre engineer.

    The company works on a very simple policy: “success through excellence” This means that every care is taken of your boat to ensure a good quality job is undertaken by us at reasonable costs to you.

    Medway Bridge Marina
    Manor Lane
    Rochester Kent
    ME1 3HS
    Telephone:  01634 841 900
    Fax:  01634 849 126
    E-mail address:  Inchgreen.marine@Blueyonder.co.uk
    Website:  http://www.boatrepairskent.co.uk
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    Otterham Creek Boatyard
    Boat Builders & Repairs, Boatyards

    Otterham Quay Lane
    Rainham
    Gillingham
    ME8 7XE
    Telephone:  01634-260250
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    Whitton Marine
    Antifouling, Berths & Moorings, Boat Sales-Power, Boat Storage, Boatyards, Brokerage, Craning, Engine Sales & Repair, Fuel, Marine Diesel, RIB Sales, Shipwrights, Welding

    We offer a range of new boats and engines and marine services from our marina in Kent. From working slipways to tugs, engineering to restoration, brokerage to sales whether it be buying and restoring a 100ft classic boat to buying a mirror dingy our philosophy is to treat every client as an individual. We take pride from being a family built and run business have been providing extensive marine services to clients since we were established in 1986.

    Vicarage Lane
    Hoo, Rochester
    Kent
    ME3 9LB
    Telephone:  (01634) 255515
    Fax:  (01634) 255515
    E-mail address:  sales@whittonmarine.com
    Website:  http://www.whittonmarine.com
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    VISITOR ATTRACTIONS

    Below you will find a selection of tourist and visitor attractions in the Medway area.

    Rochester Castle
    Visitor Attractions

    The great keep of Rochester Castle towers over the River Medway, and together with its inseparable twin, the magnificent cathedral, both medieval buildings share and dominate the skyline.
    Rochester Castle is one of the best preserved and finest examples of Norman architecture in England. Its great keep, square, massive and one of the tallest in the country, measures 113 feet high, 70 feet square and has walls 12 feet thick in places

    The Keep
    Rochester
    Kent
    ME1 1SW
    Telephone:  01634 402276
    Fax:  01634 402276
    E-mail address:  visitor.centre@medway.gov.uk
    Website:  http://www.medway.gov.uk/tourism/44632/45143/45207.htm
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    EATING & DRINKING

    Below you will find a selection of restaurants and places to eat in the Medway area.

    Cafe Verde
    Restaurants

    We offer a wide and varied selection of quality food and drinks. Enjoy a relaxed environment whilst enjoying a light snack or main meal, or simply enjoy a coffee whilst surfing the internet on one of our nine net access points.

    With friendly staff and freshly prepared food while you wait there is simply no better place to eat, drink, surf or meet with your friends.

    Cafe Verde.. THE PLACE.

    32 High St
    Rochester
    Kent
    ME1 1LD
    Telephone:  01634 407402
    Fax:  01634 407402
    E-mail address:  info@cafe-verde.net
    Website:  http://www.cafe-verde.net
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    Elizabeth's of Eastgate
    Corporate Events, Restaurants
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    At Elizabeth's, our aim is to provide excellent food and value for money. And we are located in Rochester's historic high street - 2 minute's walk from the cathedral and castle.

    We source all of our food from local markets and producers, ensuring the highest quality and freshness of flavour.

    We have over 80 different carefully selected wines, ports and brandies to choose from, and we are able to help you find the best wine to suit your chosen meal.

    Our range of menus suit even the most discerning of palates, with a good choice of fish, meat and vegetarian dishes – not to mention our simply delightful desserts. Our comfortable and relaxed atmosphere teamed with our stunning dishes and drinks provide the perfect place to meet with friends or family for a special occasion such as a birthday, anniversary, or simply for a get together with good conversation.

    We take pride in our highly professional but friendly service, which is an Elizabeth 's hallmark.

    154 High St
    Rochester
    Kent
    ME! 1ER
    Telephone:  01634 843472
    Fax:  01634 818307
    E-mail address:  info@elizabethsrestaurant.co.uk
    Website:  http://www.elizabethsrestaurant.co.uk/
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    The Crown Freehouse
    Bars & Inns, Entertainment, Restaurants

    The Crown Freehouse is situated at the entrance to Rochester Bridge and Rochester's historic Dickensian High Street. Close to Rochester Castle's Norman Keep and gardens, Rochester Cathedral and the river Medway, The Crown is an ideal stop for tourists and locals.

    The Crown offers a tempting menu of hot and cold foods served 7 days a week in the main bar on the ground floor and in the first floor Sports Bar. The Crown offers a Traditional Roast Dinner every Sunday.

    The widest range of traditional real ales, imported lagers, draught and bottled beers, fine wines and spirits, alco-pops and soft drinks are available. Coffees and Tea served all day.

    2 High Street
    Rochester
    Kent
    ME1 1PT
    Telephone:  01634 814874
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    E-mail address:  info@thecrownrochester.co.uk
    Website:  http://www.thecrownrochester.co.uk
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    Two Cities Indian Restaurant
    Restaurants, Takeaway/Delivery

    Established in 1981, Two Cities is a famous Bangladeshi Indian restaurant based in the heart of this Medway town.

    Just 5 minutes from all the marinas, takeaway is available with free delivery to your boat. A 10% discount for collection.

    Open from 12noon - 2.30 pm
    6.00pm - 11.30pm

    106 High St
    Rochester
    Kent
    ME1 1JT
    Telephone:  01634 841327
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    SHOPS & SERVICES

    Below you will find a selection of shops and services in the Medway area.

    Cafe Verde
    Internet Cafe

    We offer a wide and varied selection of quality food and drinks. Enjoy a relaxed environment whilst enjoying a light snack or main meal, or simply enjoy a coffee whilst surfing the internet on one of our nine net access points.

    With friendly staff and freshly prepared food while you wait there is simply no better place to eat, drink, surf or meet with your friends.

    Cafe Verde.. THE PLACE.

    32 High St
    Rochester
    Kent
    ME1 1LD
    Telephone:  01634 407402
    Fax:  01634 407402
    E-mail address:  info@cafe-verde.net
    Website:  http://www.cafe-verde.net/
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    WHERE TO STAY

    Below you will find a selection of hotels, guesthouses and B&Bs in the Medway area which are recommended .


    Sorry but there are currently no listings available in this area.

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    MARINAS

    Below you will find details of marinas in the Medway area. Please note that some of the marinas have displayed their services and facilities on Blue Pages and Marine Services. If there are no marinas in the area we will show details of the harbour authority and/or moorings.

     

    Chatham Maritime Marina
    Marinas

    The Lock Building, Leviathan Way
    Chatham
    Medway
    ME4 4LP
    Telephone:  (01634) 899200
    Fax:  (01634) 899201
    E-mail address:  chatham@mdlmarinas.co.uk
    Website:  http://www.mdlmarinas.co.uk/marinas/chatham_maritime/
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    GILLINGHAM MARINA
    Marinas

    173 PIER ROAD
    GILLINGHAM
    KENT
    ME7 1UB
    Telephone:  01634 280022
    Fax:  01634 280164
    E-mail address:  berthing@gillingham-marina.co.uk
    Website:  http://www.gillingham-marina.co.uk
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    HOO MARINA
    Marinas

    Vicarage Lane
    Hoo
    Rochester Kent
    ME3 9LE
    Telephone:  01634 250311
    Fax:  01634 251761
    E-mail address:  info@hoomarina.com
    Website:  http://www.hoomarina.com
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    Medway Bridge Marina Ltd
    Marinas

    Manor Lane
    Rochester
    Kent
    ME1 3HS
    Telephone:  +44 (0)1634 843576
    Fax:  +44 (0)1634 843820
    E-mail address:  info@medwaybridgemarina.co.uk
    Website:  http://www.medwaybridgemarina.co.uk
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    Medway Pier Marine
    Marinas

    Pier Head Buildings
    Gillingham Pier
    Gillingham Kent
    ME7 1RX
    Telephone:  01634 851113
    Fax:  01634 724246
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    Port Medway Marina
    Marinas

    Station Road
    Cuxton
    Rochester, Kent
    ME2 1AB
    Telephone:  01634 720033
    Fax:  01634 716141
    E-mail address:  enquiries@portmedway.co.uk
    Website:  http://www.portmedway.co.uk/
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    Port Werburgh
    Marinas

    Vicarage Lane
    Hoo
    Rochester Kent
    ME3 9TW
    Telephone:  01634 252107
    Fax:  01634 253477
    E-mail address:  DenisSwann@barges.co.uk
    Website:  http://www.barges.co.uk
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