Cathedrals · South East England
Rochester Cathedral
Also known as: Ardeaglais Rochester
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Rochester Cathedral, formally the Cathedral Church of Christ and the Blessed Virgin Mary, is in Rochester, Kent, England. The cathedral is the mother church of the Church of England Diocese of Rochest
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Best time of year
- Year-round
- Nearest railway station
- Rochester · 0.3 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
Getting there & planning your visit
Rochester Cathedral is located in Medway, South East England, with the postcode ME1 1QQ. The nearest railway station is Rochester, which is 0.3 km away. Entry to the cathedral is free, but wheelchair accessibility is limited.
About
Rochester Cathedral, formally the Cathedral Church of Christ and the Blessed Virgin Mary, is in Rochester, Kent, England. The cathedral is the mother church of the Church of England Diocese of Rochester and seat (cathedra) of the Bishop of Rochester, the second oldest bishopric in England after that of the Archbishop of Canterbury. The present cathedral, rebuilt on the site of its predecessor in the Norman style, is a Grade I listed building.
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Summary from the official site
Rochester Cathedral is a historic place of Christian worship dating back to AD 604. Visitors can explore its stunning architecture, attend services, and participate in guided tours to learn about its rich history.
Read more on the official property page.
Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Kent Downs
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
From the Wikipedia article
Rochester Cathedral, formally the Cathedral Church of Christ and the Blessed Virgin Mary, is in Rochester, Kent, England. The cathedral is the mother church of the Church of England Diocese of Rochester and seat (cathedra) of the Bishop of Rochester, the second oldest bishopric in England after that of the Archbishop of Canterbury. The present cathedral, rebuilt on the site of its predecessor in the Norman style, is a Grade I listed building.
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- Coordinates
- 51.3890, 0.5033
- District
- Medway
- Parish
- Medway, unparished area
- Postcode
- ME1 1QQ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Rochester and Strood
- Phone
- 01634 843366
- Established
- 604
- Nearest railway station
- Rochester — 0.3 km
- Opening
- Monday to Friday 10:00 - 17:00; Saturday 10:00 - 16:00; Sunday 12:00 - 16:00
- Official site
- www.rochestercathedral.org
Sources
- wikipedia: Rochester Cathedral (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Rochester Cathedral?
- Rochester Cathedral is in South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode ME1 1QQ), in the parish of Medway, unparished area.
- What is Rochester Cathedral?
- Rochester Cathedral, formally the Cathedral Church of Christ and the Blessed Virgin Mary, is in Rochester, Kent, England. The cathedral is the mother church of the Church of England Diocese of Rochest
- How do I get to Rochester Cathedral?
- The nearest railway station is Rochester, about 0.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode ME1 1QQ.
- When was Rochester Cathedral built?
- Built or established in 604.
- Is Rochester Cathedral a protected site?
- Yes — Rochester Cathedral is part of the Kent Downs National Landscape (AONB).
- Is Rochester Cathedral free to visit?
- Yes, Rochester Cathedral is free to enter.
- How do I get to Rochester Cathedral?
- The nearest railway station is Rochester, about 0.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode ME1 1QQ.