Farm Shops & Producers
Bramble Farm Bees
Kent honey, beeswax candles and gift sets from a bee farm in Detling, plus beekeeping experience days.
Verified Oct 2026
Medieval castle and keep on Castle Hill above the River Medway, run by Medway Council and free to English Heritage members.
About Rochester Castle
Rochester Castle is managed by Medway Council and is free to English Heritage members and under 5s. Adult entry is £9.50, children (5 to 17) £4.50, concessions £6.50 and a family ticket £24.50.
Accessibility
Visit Medway publishes a Rochester Castle access statement; check it before you go.
Where it is
What's on here
Eat and drink in Rochester
Restaurants
Don Vincenzo
Family-run Italian restaurant on Rochester High Street since 1998, with gluten-free options and private parties for up to 100.
Verified Oct 2026
Pubs
The Coopers Arms
Historic pub on St Margaret's Street near Rochester Castle with cask ales, a garden, home-cooked food and a fortnightly quiz.
Verified Oct 2026
Farm Shops & Producers
Kent Cider Co
Faversham cider maker with an online shop: traditional, sparkling and fruit ciders, mixed cases, and stalls at Faversham and Rochester markets.
Verified Nov 2026
Guides that mention Rochester Castle
GuideFood & Drink
Eating and drinking in the Medway towns
Pubs, cafes, restaurants and local food producers in Rochester, Chatham, Strood, Gillingham and Rainham: what each serves, where, and when it opens.
GuideCastles & History, Museums & Galleries
A day around Rochester Castle, Cathedral and the High Street
A day in Rochester's historic centre: the castle, cathedral, Guildhall Museum and Eastgate House, plus two parks, with the days each is open.
More things to do in Rochester
Parks & Walks
Esplanade Gardens
Riverside gardens below Rochester Castle with a play area, outdoor gym and the last stretch of the Medway Valley Walk.
Family Friendly
Free
Parks & Walks
RSPB Northward Hill
RSPB reserve of woodland and grazing marsh between High Halstow and Cooling, known for its large heronry of grey herons.
Castles & History, Museums & Galleries
Guildhall Museum
Medway Council museum in Rochester's 17th century Guildhall, covering local history, the River Medway and the prison hulks.
Family Friendly