The Old Brickfields

Lower Halstow

Sittingbourne

Kent ME9 7DZ

Hulked is a creative heritage project inspired by the histories, stories and songs of the Thames Barges, many of which are now ‘hulked’ along the Medway River.

The soundwalk weaves together stories, poems, songs and music as you follow the self-guided route through The Old Brickfields at Lower Halstow.

Created by writer Jeremy Scott and sound artist, Anna Braithwaite, the soundwalk includes contributions from students of Lower Halstow Primary School and members of the Oast House Community Choir and Thames Barge Community.

How to listen

to Hulked

Soundwalk becomes available to download from Echoes app on Thursday 23 May

  1. Scan or click on the QR code to open the Echoes app and play the Hulked soundwalk at The Old Brickfields.

  2. As you walk, the app will play automatically as you move through geolocated sound zones.

  3. We recommend using headphones and downloading the app before you visit.

Themed Open Days

  • experience the soundwalk

  • meet the artists

  • enjoy live music

  • vist the Ardwina sailing barge

  • sail on the Edith May

  • listen to talks by local heritage and environment experts

  • take part in all-age workshops inspired by the soundwalk

  • enjoy all day refreshments and bar

Join us at the Lower Halstow dock for our themed open days, where we will offer assistance on using the app and can provide listening devices for those who don’t have access to a smartphone.

Launch Day

25 May 2024, 10am - 4pm

10am Hulked soundwalk opens, technical support available from 10am to 4pm

11am Meet the Artists aboard the Ardwena sailing barge

12 noon Informal Performance by Oast House Community Choir, Anna Braithwaite and Jeremy Scott.

1.15pm Cruise aboard the Edith May sailing barge, (1 hour duration)

2.30pm Cruise aboard the Edith May sailing barge, (1 hour duration)

Cruise Tickets, available on the day. Numbers are very limited.

Family cruise (up to 2 adults and 2 under 18yrs) £40

Adult cruise £15

Under 18yrs/OAPs/Unwaged £10 

Bar, teas, coffees and cakes available on site throughout the day.

Dogs welcome.

Open Day

6 July 2024, 10am - 4pm

Open Day

28 September 2024, 10am - 4pm

Useful to know

  • We recommend downloading the Echoes app in advance of your visit as network coverage can be unreliable.

  • The soundwalk is designed around established pathways in The Old Brickfields.

  • The soundwalk is accessible every day, not just on Launch Days or Open Days.

  • The ground is uneven and can be muddy or waterlogged in places.

  • There is a short flight of steps at the northern corner of The Old Brickfields and two shallow steps near the church, both have handrails.

  • The dock and pathways are in close proximity to the water’s edge.

  • All walkers, adults and children, are advised that the water, beach and foreshore are inaccessible to all pedestrians.

  • The soundwalk site is suitable for dogs.

  • The abandoned hulks are most visible during low tides.

  • Headphones are advised for listening to the Hulked soundwalk.

  • Hulked takes circa 1 hour to complete in full and may be undertaken in smaller sections.