The Great Lines Heritage Park
The Great Lines, known historically as the Field of Fire, is an integral part of the Great Lines fortifications making the great lines a designated Heritage Park and potentially a World Heritage site including the focus for both local and national commemorative occasions.
Its vast expanse of open ground is unique and holds value as an open space with public access and its use for sports activities represents a continuum of historic association with that used by the military and civilians.
The wide views it offers over Fort Amherst, Chatham as far as Cuxton and Halling makes the great lines a great landmark for scenic value. Locals from Gillingham have been invited to Blog about the Great Lines
The great lines connects Chatham, Fort Amherst, Brompton, Gillingham and Medway Hospital with a series of direct pathways for cyclist’s and walkers.
The Chatham Naval Memorial stands at the highest point and commemorates 8,517 sailors of the First World War and 10,098 of the Second World War.
You can also explore the surrounding areas of Cliffe Woods with a local walking group. For more information about any local groups, you can visit the Medway Health Walks Location list on Medway Council’s website.
