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cottages near Rochester Castle
If you were asked to draw the quintessential English castle,
you'd probably sketch something very similar to the mighty
Rochester Castle in Kent. Built in the 1080s, this imposing stone
structure was the first of its kind in England, and at 38m high, is
the tallest surviving medieval building in Europe. So if you want
to crane your neck and look upon the lofty battlements of Rochester
Castle, why not pencil a daytrip to this renowned heritage site
into your Kent cottage holiday itinerary; there's no better
place to absorb a bit of history on your next cottage holiday in
the South East of England.
History abound at Rochester Castle
Guarding an important crossing on the River Medway for over 900
years, it's safe to say that Rochester Castle has been in the
wars a bit over the past millennium. The castle was the site of
three major sieges, each taking its grim toll on the castle's
structural integrity. Today, the scars of those particular assaults
can still be seen in the form of the demolished square turret
south-east of the keep, which provides history fans with some
seriously authentic eye-candy. Before returning to your cosy Kent
holiday cottage, be sure to plug in to one of Rochester
Castle's audio guides, which provide the perfect accompaniment
to a stroll around this fascinating English Heritage site.
If you're looking for somewhere to keep the kids entertained
on your next cottage holiday in Kent, a trip to Rochester Castle
may be the ideal place to do so. With its extensive grassy grounds,
fascinating history and accompanying children's guide, a visit
to Rochester Castle will have the kids recreating scenes from the
history books long after you return to your nearby holiday cottage.
Whilst you're in the area, pay a visit to the town of
Rochester, whose Cathedral and cobbled streets provide yet another
reminder of the town's proud history.
Rochester Castle- Opening Times & Visitor Information
So if you want to add a sprinkling of history to your next
holiday, why not visit Rochester Castle. The site is open from
10am-6pm seven days a week, with prices starting at just
£15.30 for a family of five. What's more, our Kent holiday
cottages provide the ideal place to return to after a day of
exploration within the walls of Rochester Castle, so book now for
your chance to unearth all of the history that this site has to
offer.