St Mary's Island Dedication Block, Chatham Maritime
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St Mary's Island Dedication Block, Chatham Maritime
Image: © David Anstiss Taken: 17 Apr 2012
This stone is beside Basin 2 of the former Chatham Navy Dockyard. In 1984 the Dockyard closed and the site was divided into various sections. St Mary's Island was then created to be transformed into a residential community for some 1,500 homes. It has several themed areas with traditional maritime buildings, a fishing (in looks only) village with its multi-coloured houses and a modern energy-efficient concept. Many homes have views of the River Medway. This block with a plaque (unveilled by John Prescott MP) was formed from one of the former quays on the island.
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Image Location
Latitude
51.404018
Longitude
0.539174