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X-Pilot

Experience the historic River Medway aboard Kent's classic pilot vessel X-Pilot, that once served Kent's mariners and now based at Rochester.
Photo of X-Pilot moored at Rochester Pier. Photo of X-Pilot on the River Medway with Rochester Cathedral in the background
An historic sailing aboard Kent's classic pilot vessel, the X-Pilot
X-Pilot was built in 1967 and served her working life as one of two pilot vessels working at Gravesend in Kent from the late 1960s until the late 1990s. She is licensed for 12 passengers, can offer an intimate view of the River Medway and is also available for private hire charters for special occasions, details of which can be found on the X-Pilot website.
Location icon Where?
Passengers can board at Rochester Pier for regular weekend sailings.
Opening times icon When?
Regular weekend cruises are available, starting from Easter and continuing until early autumn from Rochester Pier. For an up-to-date timetable of sailings, please use the contact details below.
Price icon How much?
Prices depend on the cruise booked.
Parking icon Parking
Pay and display car parks are available in Rochester city centre.
Access icon Access
X-Pilot will soon be able to provide wheelchair access.
Telephone icon 01634 304308 or 07952 784311
Web link icon www.xpilot.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk
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