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Properties and events in Rochester 2018

Properties and events in Rochester 2018

Before heading out for your Heritage Open Days visit, please check entries at www.heritageopendays.org.uk for last-minute changes.

Heritage Open Days 2018 will be 6-9 & 13-16 September.

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Chatham Memorial Synagogue

Chatham Memorial Synagogue, 366 High Street, Rochester, Kent, ME1 1DJ

Built in the 1860s, Chatham Memorial Synagogue replaced the previous wooden structure, which had served the local Jewish community as a place of…

Explore this unique Grade 2* building – the only synagogue in the country with its burial ground attached. Designed by H. H. Collins of London and built by J. G. Naylar of Rochester in the 1860s.

Opening Times

  • Sun 16 Sept: 1100-1500 - drop-in.

Booking Details: Pre-booking: Not applicable

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Eastgate House

High Street , Rochester, Kent, ME1 1EW

As part of a Heritage Lottery Funded project to conserve and open Eastgate House to the public, work has been carried out to uncover and preserve…

Free guided viewings of the recently uncovered 16th century wall painting
Saturday 8th, Sunday 9th, Saturday 15th September, 11am and 3pm
Advance booking only.

Opening Times

  • Sat 8 Sept: 11am and 3pm
  • Sun 9 Sept: 11am and 3pm
  • Sat 15 Sept: 11am and 3pm

Booking Details: Pre-booking: Required

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English Martyrs Roman Catholic Church, Strood, Kent

The Priesthouse, Frindsbury Road, Rochester, Kent, ME2 4JA

Church designed by Eduardo Dodds and Kenneth White in 1963-4. Stained Glass by monks of Buckfast Abbey, Devon. Stations of the Cross by Bernard…

Modernistic church built In 1964. Impressive fan shaped wooden roof. Stained glass by monks of Buckfast Abbey, Stations of the Cross

Opening Times

  • Thurs 6 Sept: 09.00 to 1500
  • Fri 7 Sept: 09.00 to 15 00
  • Sat 8 Sept: 09.00 to 15..00
  • Sun 9 Sept: Church open as requested
  • Thurs 13 Sept: 09.00 to 15.00
  • Fri 14 Sept: 09 00 to 15 00
  • Sat 15 Sept: 09.00 to 15.00
  • Sun 16 Sept: Church open as requested

Booking Details: Pre-booking: Not applicable

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Huguenot Day at The French Hospital

41 La Providence, Rochester, Kent, ME1 1NB

The French Hospital was established in London in 1718 so that persecuted Huguenots could be understood, embraced and cared for with love and…

Join us for a special Huguenot Day on 15 September to mark our 300th Anniversary - take part in a variety of fun Huguenot themed activities at both The French Hospital and the nearby Huguenot Museum in Rochester.

Opening Times

  • Sat 15 Sept: 1000-1600 (Book tour on the day)

Booking Details: Pre-booking: Not applicable

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Huguenot Museum & French Hospital Open Day

Huguenot Museum, 95 High Street, Rochester, Kent, ME1 1LX

Did you know that 1 in 6 English people may be descended from Huguenots? Join us for our joint open day of The French Hospital and The Huguenot…

Join us for a special Huguenot Day on 15 September to mark The French Hospital's 300th Anniversary - take part in a variety of fun Huguenot themed activities at The Huguenot Museum and The French Hospital in Rochester.

Opening Times

  • Sat 15 Sept: 10.00am-5.00pm

Booking Details: Pre-booking: Not applicable

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Manor Farm Barn

Parsonage Lane, Frindsbury, Rochester, Kent, ME2 4UT

The Manor Farm Barn at Frindsbury is an exceptionally fine example of an early medieval oak frame. The building is Grade I listed and of…

An exceptionally fine example of medieval carpentry and barn construction dating from 1403.

Opening Times

  • Thurs 6 Sept: 1030-1600
  • Fri 7 Sept: 1030-1600
  • Sat 8 Sept: 1030-1600
  • Sun 9 Sept: 1030-1600

Booking Details: Pre-booking: Not applicable

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St James Church

St James Church, High Street, Isle of Grain, Rochester, Kent, ME3 0BS

Members of community available to answer questions

Church will be open to view
Refreshments available

Opening Times

  • Sat 8 Sept: 10.00 to 16.00
  • Sun 9 Sept: 13.00 to 17.00

Booking Details: Pre-booking: Not applicable

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St Margaret’s Church, Rochester

St. Margarets Church, St. Margarets Street, Rochester, Kent, ME1 1UJ

St Margaret's is one of Rochester's ancient parish churches. The list of vicars of St Margaret's Church starts in 1272 but a church probably…

St Margaret's dates from the 13C. It was partly re-built in the classical style in the 19C but retains its 15C tower from which visitors can get amazing views of Rochester and the Medway Valley.

Opening Times

  • Sat 8 Sept: 10.00 am - 5.00 pm
  • Sun 9 Sept: 12.00 noon - 5.00 pm

Booking Details: Pre-booking: Not applicable

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St Peter and St Paul Church, Upper Stoke

St Peter and St Paul Church, The Street, Upper Stoke, Rochester, Kent, ME3 9RT

The church of St Peter and St Paul dates back to the 12th century and has recently undergone extensive renovation. From the tower it is possible…

People will be able to see inside a 12th century church that has always been at the heart of its community.

Opening Times

  • Thurs 6 Sept: not open
  • Fri 7 Sept: not open
  • Sat 8 Sept: 10.00-16.00
  • Sun 9 Sept: Open for morning worship 09.30
  • Thurs 13 Sept: Not open
  • Fri 14 Sept: Not open
  • Sat 15 Sept: Not open
  • Sun 16 Sept: Open for morning worship 09.30

Booking Details: Pre-booking: Not applicable

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St Werburgh Church, Hoo

St Werburgh Church, Church Street, Hoo, Rochester, Kent, ME3 9AL

St Werburgh Church is a Grade I listed, medieval building which in recent years has undergone major refurbishment to replace the Victorian tile…

Visitors will be able to explore the church and see exhibits giving details of the history of the church, including its connection with Thomas Aveling, whose grave can be found in the churchyard.


Opening Times

  • Thurs 6 Sept: not open
  • Fri 7 Sept: Not Open
  • Sat 8 Sept: 1000-1600
  • Sun 9 Sept: Open for morning worship 10.00
  • Thurs 13 Sept: Not open
  • Fri 14 Sept: Not open
  • Sat 15 Sept: Open 10.00-12.00
  • Sun 16 Sept: Open for morning worship 10.00

Booking Details: Pre-booking: Not applicable

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Watts Almshouses

Watts Almshouses, Maidstone Road, Rochester, Kent, ME1 1SE

Tour the grounds with a guide. An almshouse will be open for viewing where possible. Visit an exhibition from the Watts Archives and discuss the…

Guided tours.
View an almshouse property.
Visit an exhibition in the Board Room.
Discuss the services provided by Watts Charities.
Relax in the Common Room; refreshments and home-made cakes will be sold.

Opening Times

  • Sat 8 Sept: 1000-1600
  • Sun 9 Sept: 1000-1600

Booking Details: Pre-booking: Not applicable

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