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Rochester, Kent

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One of the most historic market settlements in a county replete with history! Rochester stands on the old Roman Watling Street, and boasts a cathedral, medieval castle, Carolingian mansion, and a 13th century manor owned by the Knights Templar. The cathedral is Rochester's pride; it is primarily 12th century, and is an excellent example of Romanesque style. The castle is one of the best Norman fortresses in England, and is built on the ruins of a Roman fort. Rochester has strong links to Charles Dickens, who lived at nearby Gads Hill fore many years. There are two annual Dickens festivals to celebrate the popular author and his works.
Rochester, Kent, England

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Attraction Type: Town
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Nearest Attractions Restoration House - 0 miles (Historic Property) Rochester Cathedral - 0.1 miles (Cathedral) Rochester Castle - 0.1 miles (Castle) Temple Manor - 0.7 miles (Historic Property) Historic Dockyard Chatham - 1 miles (Museum) Upnor Castle - 1.6 miles (Castle) Cobham Hall - 3.8 miles (Historic House) Owletts - 4.6 miles (Historic Property)

Nearest Towns and Villages Chatham - 1.1 miles away Gillingham - 1.9 miles away Cobham - 4.6 miles away Gravesend - 6.8 miles away Aylesford - 7.3 miles away Maidstone - 8.4 miles away Wrotham - 10.1 miles away Leeds - 11.7 miles away

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Nearest Self Catering Cottages

Ivydene - 19.3 miles from Rochester Heybridge, Essex Sleeps: 5 Stay from: £220

3 Malthouse Cottages - 21.8 miles from Rochester Boughton Aluph, Kent Sleeps: 3 Stay from: £300

The Smithy - 22.1 miles from Rochester Chilham, Kent Sleeps: 2 Stay from: £260

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Nearest Hotels

Ramada Encore Chatham - 1.4 miles from Rochester Chatham, Kent Stay from: £49.00

King Charles Hotel - 1.4 miles from Rochester Gillingham, Kent Stay from: £48.00

The Ship & Trades - 1.9 miles from Rochester Chatham, Kent Stay from: £65.00

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Nearest Bed and Breakfasts

Styles Cottage holidays - 5.9 miles from Rochester Maidstone, Kent From: £35.00

The Black Horse Inn - 7.5 miles from Rochester Maidstone, Kent From: £100.00

Aylesbury House - 8.1 miles from Rochester Maidstone, Kent From: £55.00

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Rochester
Tourist Information Centre
95 High Street
Rochester
Kent
England
ME1 1LX
Tel: 01634 843 666
Alternate Tel: 01634 338 105
Fax: 01634 847 891
Email: visitor.centre@medway.gov.uk
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