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Explore the Heritage Centre's events, from conferences to exhibitions.

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Latest events

Photograph of a grand Victorian stone building on a London street corner under a bright blue sky.

This event starts on 19/09/2026

Open House Festival 2026

Explore one of London's most iconic maritime heritage sites at the Open House Festival 2026. The Lloyd's Register Building opens its doors for self-guided tours, taking visitors through stunning historic rooms while uncovering the organisation's lasting impact on global maritime safety.

Exhibition
Aerial view of a historic naval dockyard with warship D73, a submarine, and a tall ship moored alongside.

This event starts on 20/10/2026 and ends on 22/10/2026

UK Maritime Heritage Forum 2026

This year the UK Maritime Heritage Forum will be held at the Historic Dockyard Chatham. The forum is an opportunity to come together and reflect on those aspects of maritime heritage practice.

Past events

Ornate Victorian hall with gilded vaulted ceiling, marble columns, decorative wallpaper, and a large floral carpet.

Annual Proctor Memorial Lecture 2025

The British Commission for Maritime History is proud to present the Annual Proctor Memorial Lecture, a distinguished event honouring the enduring legacy of David Proctor and his remarkable contributions to the field of maritime history. 

Aerial view of a historic naval dockyard with warship D73, a submarine, and a tall ship moored alongside.

UK Maritime Heritage Forum 2026

This year the UK Maritime Heritage Forum will be held at the Historic Dockyard Chatham. The forum is an opportunity to come together and reflect on those aspects of maritime heritage practice.