VIP PRE-RELEASE INFORMATION LUXURY WATERSIDE LIVING THE PENINSULA OFFERS SUITES, 1 AND 2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS WITH STUNNING WATERSIDE VIEWS. Computer generated image is indicative only and subject to change. Correct at time of print. 4 THE PENINSULA VICTORY PIER THE PENINSULA VICTORY PIER 5 WIND DOWN AT THE WATER’S EDGE Berkeley’s Victory Pier has set exciting new standards for contemporary living in Kent. Award winning homes and landscaping are complemented by an exhilarating waterside setting on the river Medway, and, three years in, there’s a definite feeling of a growing community. 6 THE PENINSULA VICTORY PIER THE PENINSULA VICTORY PIER 7 LIVE IN HIGH SOCIETY The Peninsula is the latest phase at Victory Pier, offering a range of suites, 1 and 2 bedroom apartments in the East Tower and the West Tower, all designed and finished to Berkeley’s exemplary standards. The towers have a commanding river-facing position, with water on three sides, allowing for breathtaking, panoramic views of the Medway and the Kent countryside. Computer generated image is indicative only and subject to change. Correct at time of print. 8 THE PENINSULA VICTORY PIER THE PENINSULA VICTORY PIER 9 A SHIMMERING BACKDROP At The Peninsula the riverside even closer and includes a forms a shimmering backdrop nature reserve and tracks for to everyday life. The Medway is walking, running and cycling. a river of vast horizons, and just Cliffe Pools in Rochester, and east of Gillingham it broadens Shorne Woods Country Park out dramatically, becoming an in Gravesend are another two area of creeks and islands, the local gems where you can relax haunt of seabirds and seals. in tranquil natural surroundings. A short journey inland brings you to some of the finest North Downs countryside. Riverside Country Park is 10 THE PENINSULA VICTORY PIER THE PENINSULA VICTORY PIER 11 TIME FOR LEISURE & CULTURE The towns of the Medway – The old town of Rochester has a Gillingham, Rochester, Chatham, Norman castle and 12th century Rainham and Strood form part cathedral. When you want to get of the largest regeneration active, you’ll find golf at Deangate project in western Europe, Ridge in Rochester; skating the Thames Gateway. at The Ice Bowl in Gillingham; winter sports at Chatham Ski and Locally, there’s an array of leisure Snowboard Centre; and tennis and sports options to suit every at City Lawn Tennis in Rochester interest. You might start by – not forgetting the Victory exploring the Medway’s past. Pier private residents’ gym. 12 THE PENINSULA VICTORY PIER THE PENINSULA VICTORY PIER 13 FROM BOUTIQUES TO BLUEWATER There’s shopping for essentials and there’s shopping for pleasure, and both varieties are easily available close to Victory Pier. It’s also just half an hour’s drive to the phenomenal Bluewater, where there are no fewer than 300 stores to browse. The fashion choices encompass everything from All Saints to Zara, the anchor stores are John Lewis, M&S and House of Fraser, and there’s everything you could possibly want in the way of sports goods, gifts, jewellery, toys, games and electrical, plus fifty places to eat and drink. Travel times and distances are approximate and courtesy of www.theaa.com 14 THE PENINSULA VICTORY PIER THE PENINSULA VICTORY PIER 15 WINE DINE PORTERS THE COOPER ARMS TOPES RESTAURANT ZIPPERS 1.3 MILES 4.1 MILES (MODERN EUROPEAN) 4.0 MILES (MODERN EUROPEAN) 1.2 MILES Situated at Chatham Maritime museum A warm and cosy pub in Rochester with a vast array A family run, modern British restaurant set within A bright and airy restaurant featuring stunning within walking distance of The Peninsula, this of fine cask ales. Enjoy a drink by the fire or outside a beautiful 17th Century building in Rochester views over the marina on Chatham’s former naval Dickensian-themed bar is an ideal location in the pretty beer garden – weather permitting! high street. Offering fresh, locally sourced cuisine. dockyard, with a range of menus to suit every palate. to have a relaxed drink with friends. 60 High Street, Rochester, ME1 1JY Unit 8 Jetty 5, Chatham Quays, Chatham ME4 4ZJ Leviathan Way, Chatham Maritime, Kent ME4 4LL 10 St Margaret’s Street, Rochester, Kent ME1 1TL 01634 845270 01634 893726 01634 891385 01634 404298 www.topesrestaurant.com www.zippersrestaurants.com www.portersrestaurantandbar.com www.thecooperarms.co.uk THE GEORGE VAULTS OLIVER’S ELIZABETH’S COSMO 4.0 MILES 4.0 MILES OF EASTGATE (PAN ASIAN) 3.1 MILES Based in the centre of Rochester over three Set in the heart of Rochester, this modern bar (FRENCH) 4.2 MILES Enjoy freshly-cooked dishes from eight pan-Asian floors, The George Vaults prides itself on has over 45 wines and champagnes for you to countries in this Chatham restaurant, which includes Excellent French food served against the backdrop its choice and high standards. There’s also enjoy, plus a vast selection of imported beers. live cooking stations for a unique dining experience. of Rochester’s historic cathedral and castle. Fish and a courtyard for outside socialising. seafood delivered daily from Billingsgate Market. 94-96 High Street, Chatham ME4 4DS 35 High Street, Rochester, Kent ME1 1LN 186 High Street, Rochester, Kent ME1 1LN 01634 830838 01634 847629 154 High Street, Rochester, Kent ME1 1ER 01634 891385 www.cosmo-restaurants.com 01634 843472 www.georgevaults.com www.oliversrochester.com www.elizabethsofeastgate.co.uk Travel times and distances are approximate and courtesy of www.theaa.com 16 THE PENINSULA VICTORY PIER THE PENINSULA VICTORY PIER 17 A VOYAGE OF DISCOVERY Victory Pier provides residents with the perfect base for experiencing the Kent countryside, the coastline and beyond. STANSTED AIRPORT 18 THE PENINSULA VICTORY PIER THE PENINSULA VICTORY PIER 19 A12 A131 HERTFORD M11 M1 A1(M) JOURNEY BY RAIL TAKE TO THE ROAD ST. ALBANS CHELMSFORD A10 EBBSFLEET CHATHAM 26 INTERNATIONAL 6 21 22 M25 A414 23 LONDON 24 ROCHESTER 25 M25 27 34 STRATFORD 9 INTERNATIONAL A130 WATFORD M1 ENFIELD LONDON M11 43 ST PANCRAS 30 BLUEWATER INTERNATIONAL BRENTWOOD A406 28 ASHFORD 39 WHITSTABLE A127 53 INTERNATIONAL PARIS 1 HR 52 MINS BY EUROSTAR HARROW A12 29 LONDON STRATFORD INT’ LONDON 40 BROADSTAIRS A41 A13 52 VICTORIA A406 A40 LONDON ST PANCRAS INT’ M25 A13 LONDON CHARING CROSS 74 CHARING LONDON 30 CROSS M4 VIA VICTORIA LONDON VICTORIA A205 EBBSFLEET INT’ DARTFORD A316 1A A205 BLUEWATER A3 2 A20 A2 A308 KINGSTON BROMLEY UPON THAMES ROCHESTER 3 GILLINGHAM A24 2 CROYDON ORPINGTON WHITSTABLE A232 M25 CHATHAM TO BROADSTAIRS A23 M20 A3 3 A299 4 M2 9 A229 A28 A22 M26 M2 CANTERBURY M20 M25 5 M25 7 A228 8 6 SEVENOAKS MAIDSTONE REDHILL A21 A24 A26 A28 A2 A229 M23 A22 A228 TONBRIDGE Travel times and distances are approximate from nearby Gillingham station and ASHFORD INT’ GATWICK courtesy of www.southeasternrailway.co.uk, www.theaa.com and www.eurostar.com AIRPORT 20 THE PENINSULA VICTORY PIER THE PENINSULA VICTORY PIER 21 THE MEDWAY MEANDERS PAST THE PENINSULA AND ON TO THE THAMES ESTUARY 22 THE PENINSULA VICTORY PIER THE PENINSULA VICTORY PIER 23 MEDWAY A VISION FOR THE FUTURE The ‘Medway Renaissance’ programme The many improvements to the area include has already attracted serious investment the Universities at Medway, a unique funding. The results are visible and have multi-university partnership that has provided valuable opportunities for business brought together Canterbury Christ Church and tourism. Medway has undergone a University, University of Greenwich, radical transformation, there have been University of Kent and Mid-Kent College. improvements to road, rail and public transport infrastructure. Victory Pier is also an important part of the picture, revitalising the waterfront at Gillingham. 24 THE PENINSULA VICTORY PIER THE PENINSULA VICTORY PIER 25 THE WORLD IS YOUR OYSTER Whether you’re visiting for the shops, theatre, restaurants or galleries, London is a world class destination. Be a tourist for the day and take a turn on the London Eye, speed up the dizzying heights of The Shard, enjoy a blockbuster exhibition at Tate Modern, treat yourself to something special in Harrods or Selfridges, and see the show everyone’s talking about. It’s approximately 50 minutes by train from Victory Pier. Travel times are approximate from nearby Gillingham station and courtesy of www.southeasternrailway.co.uk and www.tfl.gov.uk 26 THE PENINSULA VICTORY PIER THE PENINSULA VICTORY PIER 27 EASY CONNECTIONS TO LONDON Fast and frequent train services make the capital easily accessible.Fast and frequent Once you train step services off the make train the in capitalcentral easilyLondon, accessible. Once you step theoff city’sthe train transport in central network London, provides the city’s a first-rate transport service network provides a first-rate toservice carry to you carry on toyou the on destination to the destination of your ofchoice. your choice. LONDON LONDON LONDON LONDON STRATFORD ST PANCRAS VICTORIA CHARING CROSS INTERNATIONAL INTERNATIONAL (VIA VICTORIA) 34 MINS 43 MINS 52 MINS 74 MINS BY TRAIN LONDON STRATFORD 34 INTERNATIONAL OXFORD CIRCUS COVENT GARDEN BOND STREET (VIA ST PANCRAS) (VIA ST PANCRAS) (VIA VICTORIA) 50 MINS 57 MINS 62 MINS BY TUBE Travel times are approximate from nearby Gillingham station and courtesy of www.southeasternrailway.co.uk and www.tfl.gov.uk 28 THE PENINSULA VICTORY PIER 5 THE PENINSULA VICTORY PIER 29 4 A DIVERSE MARINA 1 COMMUNITY 7 10 9 The two towers at The Peninsula form part of an exciting regeneration 10 project that has seen this stretch of the River Medway undergo a total transformation. This thriving waterside community has benefited from a number of initiatives including the refurbishment of its pier.