Built in 1087, this castle is one of England's finest and best preserved examples of Norman architecture and the tallest Norman Keep in England. With …
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Mar 26, 2025
A very interesting castle with a lot of history. Great views from the top of the castle keep. Large garden also with great views of the river Medway.Full review by W R
Mar 22, 2025
Paid a visit to Rochester Castle today. We found it very interesting and well worth a visit. The grounds are nice to walk around with really nice views of Rochester Bridge and the river Medway.Full review by Mark R
Feb 6, 2025
I'm so pleased I ignored a few reviews I'd seen complaining that the castle is an empty shell with nothing to see! It is SO brilliantly atmospheric, particularly on a blustery rainy January day when …Full review by socialmediavolunteer
My Name is Glenn Hestelow! I’m an Australian! I am a Retired Architect and Historian! I’m going to build a 1/64 Scale Castle Based on Rochester Castle! Question: Did they use Joists in the Construction of the Floors of Rochester Keep??? Kind Regards Glenn
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Hi, There are most definitely joist holes still visible today.
If you are physically impaired it’s not a good one as there are no lifts tho there are benches at each level did you can do it in stages. The steps are rough and narrow tho there are …
If you are physically impaired it’s not a good one as there are no lifts tho there are benches at each level did you can do it in stages. The steps are rough and narrow tho there are hand rails. I didn’t count the actual number of steps but there view from the battlements is worth it if you can manage it.
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