Rochester Castle, Norman castle in Rochester, England.
The twelfth-century keep rises 113 feet tall on the east bank of the River Medway, built with Kentish ragstone and Caen stone materials.
The castle, founded after the Norman Conquest in 1087, underwent three sieges, including a notable attack by King John in 1215 during the First Barons War.
The castle gardens now serve as a venue for summer festivals and concerts, with the medieval fortress providing a background for community gatherings.
The castle opens daily from 10:00 to 18:00 during summer months and 10:00 to 16:00 during winter, with English Heritage members receiving free admission.
The rectangular keep contains four floors connected by a spiral staircase, with walls reaching twelve feet in thickness at certain points.
Location: Rochester
Location: Medway
Inception: 1087
Made from material: Kentish ragstone, Caen stone
Website: https://english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/rochester-castle
GPS coordinates: 51.38980,0.50163
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:17
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