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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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
Feb 5, 2025
A wonderful norman castle nestled at the end of a historic town. Wonderfully preserved considering the fire that devastated the flooring. You can feel the history through the walls. Staff were welc…Full review by Curious53346008231
Jan 23, 2025
Typically good because overseen by English Heritage tho owned by Rochester Council. Audio Guide very good. Staff friendly. Kids will love it. Not good access for physically impaired. Lots of stairs. …Full review by 177deeb
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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