Temple Manor

Temple Manor was built in the 13th century by the Knights Templar, a military and religious order founded during the Crusades. Located to the west of the River Medway, the hall was designed to provide lodging for dignitaries travelling between Dover and London.

Now standing in an industrial estate, the manor is a fine example of a medieval building and includes fascinating traces of wall paintings in the first floor hall. A leafy garden provides a fitting setting for the property.

This site was managed by Medway Council, but is currently transitioning back into English Heritage management and is temporarily closed.

Timings

Saturday 12 September:

11:00 - 15:00

Location & directions

Knight Road, Strood, Boston, Rochester, Kent, ME2 2AH

Directions:

Road access - Located in Strood (Rochester), off A228 Bus access - Arriva and Nu Venture operate services in Strood. Alight in Knight Road, Strood and then short walk Train access - Strood 3⁄4 mile

Contact on day:

Hannah West

Telephone number:

+447432647618

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

Dogs on leads are welcome in the grounds only. Assistance dogs welcome across the site.

Additional information

Outside of Heritage Open Day, Temple Manor is open by appointment only and limited to Tuesdays to Fridays 10am - 2pm, please email [email protected] to arrange a suitable time. The site is closed from November to March.

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