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Parks & Walks

Ranscombe Farm Nature Reserve

Plantlife's largest nature reserve in England: a working farm and woodland near Cuxton, open at any time on marked footpaths.

About Ranscombe Farm Nature Reserve

The main entrance and car park are on the A228 just before the M2 roundabout when approaching from Cuxton. The nearest stations are Cuxton, Strood and Rochester.

Details checked against the venue on 28 October 2026. Opening times change, so confirm before you travel.

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Eat and drink in Rochester

Restaurants

Kaya Meze Bar

Based in Rochester

Turkish and Mediterranean meze restaurant on Rochester High Street with Saturday bottomless brunch and group bookings.

Verified Oct 2026

Farm Shops & Producers

Court Farm Butchery and Country Larder

Based in Upper Halling

Farm butchery and country larder at Upper Halling: farm-reared beef and lamb, pies, preserves, local drinks, online shop.

Verified Nov 2026

Farm Shops & Producers

Kent Cider Co

Based in Faversham

Faversham cider maker with an online shop: traditional, sparkling and fruit ciders, mixed cases, and stalls at Faversham and Rochester markets.

Verified Nov 2026

CafésLeisure

Playopolis

Based in Rochester

Board game cafe and bar on Star Hill, Rochester, with around 600 games, food, drinks and online table booking.

Verified Oct 2026

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