Shipwrecks in the Thames by Rob Smith – Lenham

Our final talk of the Winter Warmer season is by Rob Smith. With so many ships visiting London, it is hardly surprising that there have been thousands of shipwrecks in the Thames. This talk tells the story of 12 ships that have sunk in the Thames and Medway, from a Roman cargo ship, to a mysterious sinking in the Cold War. Rob will show you pictures and maps to accompany the talk, and he will give you some suggestions of places to visit to find out more about ships like the 17th century ship whose sinking shocked Samuel Pepys, or the ship full of explosives that still sits at the bottom of the Thames Estuary.

Thursday 13th March 2025 at 20:00

Venue The Dog and Bear Hotel Lenham ME17 2PG

Entry fee £3.00 pp prebooked.

There is an opportunity to join us for a meal in the restaurant before the talk, the Hotel has requested that we phone to book a table and pre order a meal beforehand 01622 858219