Gillingham is a town situated in the county of Kent, forming part of the Medway unitary authority alongside Chatham and Rochester. Found on the banks of the River Medway, Gillingham has evolved from its roots as a naval town into a lively and multi-faceted residential hub. Its maritime history remains a defining feature, most notably seen with historic sites like the Royal Engineers Museum and the extensive green space of The Great Lines Heritage Park, which offers sweeping views and echoes its military past.