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Rochester Castle
TQ 771-686 Kent England
TQ 771-686 Kent England
Rochester
Castle is an impressive stone Norman bishop's keep and bailey fortress, built
on the Roman city wall. During King John's siege of 1215, this vital royal stronghold
was breached when a mine collapsed part of the curtain wall and the adjacent tower
of the massive keep. Visit Pending. 2 miles north-east is Upnor
Castle.
Rochester Castle is located in the city centre, off Castle Hill. 29 miles east of London, on the A207-A226-A2.
The site is managed by Medway Council and is open daily, April to September 10:00-6:00pm, October to March 10:00-4:00pm.
There are car parks nearby.
For admission rates and special events go to its HomePage.
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a castle map of the area