Where is Queenborough Castle?

Queenborough Castle is in Kent, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode ME11 5AY), in the parish of Queenborough.

How do I get to Queenborough Castle?

The nearest railway station is Queenborough, about 0.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode ME11 5AY.

Is Queenborough Castle a protected site?

Yes — Queenborough Castle is part of the Medway Estuary and Marshes SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Medway Estuary & Marshes Ramsar wetland.

Does Queenborough Castle charge admission?

Queenborough Castle typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.

How do I get to Queenborough Castle?

The nearest railway station is Queenborough, about 0.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode ME11 5AY.

Castles · South East England

Queenborough Castle

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Queenborough Castle — a castle in england-south-east, United Kingdom.

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Plan your visit

Typical visit: 1.5 h–3 h
Nearest railway station: Queenborough · 0.1 km

Paid entry
Family-friendly
Limited wheelchair access

Queenborough Castle is a castle located in england-south-east, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.

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Official information

Queenborough Guildhall Museum showcases the history of Queenborough, from its Saxon roots to its industrial heritage. Visitors can explore various exhibits, including photographs, documents, and artifacts, as well as the court room and dungeon of the Guildhall.

Protected designations

Site of Special Scientific Interest: Medway Estuary and Marshes SSSI
Ramsar wetland: Medway Estuary & Marshes

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Queenborough Castle is a 16th-century fortification located in South-East England. It was built during the reign of Henry VIII and is notable for its circular design. The castle is a scheduled monument, reflecting its historical significance.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates: 51.4162, 0.7487
County: Kent
District: Swale
Parish: Queenborough
Postcode: ME11 5AY
Parliamentary constituency: Sittingbourne and Sheppey
Nearest railway station: Queenborough — 0.1 km
Opening: Saturdays 11:00–14:00; also open on select Fridays; reopens 4th April – October 2026
Official site: www.queenboroughguildhallmuseum.co.uk

Sources

osm: node/9293176985 (ODbL)

Other places nearby

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Museums · South East England

Queenborough Guildhall Museum

Queenborough Guildhall Museum — a museum in england-south-east, United Kingdom.

👶↗ queenboroughguildhallmuseum.co.uk

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Marinas · South East England

Crundells Wharf

Crundells Wharf — a marina in england south east.

Where to eat & stay near Queenborough Castle

Places to stay

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Hotels · South East England

The Queen Philippa Bed And Breakfast

The Queen Philippa Bed And Breakfast — a hotel in england south east.

Free↗ queenphillippa.com