Top Things to do in Medway
Top Hotels in Medway
- 1. Premier Inn Rochester hotel
- 2. Premier Inn Chatham/Gillingham (Victory Pier) Hotel
- 3. Bridgewood Manor Hotel & Spa
- 4. St. George Hotel
- 5. Travelodge Rochester
- 6. Travelodge Chatham Maritime Hotel
- 7. Premier Inn Gillingham Business Park hotel
- 8. The Golden Lion Hotel
- 9. King Charles Hotel
- 10. Holiday Inn Rochester - Chatham, an IHG hotel
Top 10 Sights & Landmarks in Medway, England
Discover the best top things to do in Medway, United Kingdom including Hoo St Werburgh Parish Church, St Francis of Assisi Church, Lower Bush Alpacas, Maze Moon, Rochester Cathedral, Rochester Castle, Buckmore Park, Eastgate House, Fort Amherst, Six Poor Travellers House.
Restaurants in Medway
1. Hoo St Werburgh Parish Church
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
2. St Francis of Assisi Church
3. Lower Bush Alpacas
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5.0 based on 25 reviews
Our Alpaca Walking Experience is set in the beautiful North Kent Downs Countryside, which is an area of outstanding natural beauty. Walking our real life teddy bears is truly an amazing experience, they are so soft to touch and have great personalities. Fresh air, sun, exercise and a humming alpaca works wonders for your health and well being. We offer other Alpaca Experiences too.
Reviewed By AllisonS778 - Chatham, United Kingdom
Had a great afternoon picnic experience. John the Host was excellent and was very quick to accommodate us when it started to rain. Recommend to all ages to.go and enjoy!
4. Maze Moon
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
5. Rochester Cathedral
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4.5 based on 1,131 reviews
Growing in Christ since AD 604. This is England's second oldest cathedral. We are home to the Textus Roffensis, the only existing copy of the first code of English Law. Dating from 604 AD, this is the second-oldest cathedral in England.
Reviewed By 819stephanieo - Rochester, United Kingdom
Rochester Cathedral is such an interesting place to visit. It is full of history and has lots of information to read and learn about it's past. Even though it is a very popular tourist attraction in the area you ca always find a quiet space to sit and be with your own thoughts. The ladies chapel and the gardens are a favourite place of mine & my husband's to just sit quietly, light a candle and escape from the hustle and bustle of life. The team of volunteers are brilliant, very friend and always happy to help or talk about the cathedrals rich history. There is a great programme of events throughout the year, they are very popular so best to book tickets. The refurbished vaults are very impressive and a great space to have a coffee.
6. Rochester Castle
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4.5 based on 1,227 reviews
Built in 1087, this castle is one of England's finest and best preserved examples of Norman architecture.
Reviewed By W5267XHannam - London, United Kingdom
I visited Rochester Castle in both July and August. It really is very imposing, and apparently the tallest castle in the UK. While it is just a shell of its former glory it is really worth the climb to the top just for the spectacular views and the great photo opportunities. You will get your best view and photos of the cathedral from the top of the castle, and great views over the town and the Medway. It is it's a difficult climb though for those who have walking difficulties or anyone with a vestibular disorder as there are a lot of spirals going on. The Castle is equally impressive from the ground a good place just to sit and while a couple of hours away read a book or for children to play. There are toilet facilities and a small kiosk serving teas coffees snacks and ice cream. I was there over bank holiday weekend and it wasn't particularly crowded it was still quiet and peaceful.
7. Buckmore Park
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4.5 based on 204 reviews
Nestled in the North Kent downs and surrounded by picturesque woodland lies the beating heart of British karting and following the recent redevelopment by the late John Surtees CBE, it is put simply, one of the most stunning motorsport locations in the United Kingdom. Buckmore Park has been making pulses race for over fifty years. Since its launch in 1963, it has become the breeding ground for many young drivers, eager to cut their teeth before moving on to different types of motorsport, this list includes Triple F1 World Champion Lewis Hamilton & Jenson Button. But aside from being a bona fide, blue-blooded race circuit, Buckmore has something to offer everyone, no experience necessary. Whether it’s for that first taste of motorsport or just another box checked on the bucket list, thousands of adults and children flood to the circuit each year to experience the twist, turns and adrenaline rush of driving on hallowed tarmac.
Reviewed By T8993TIkatherineb
Our 15 year old son had an amazing morning on his junior karting session. The staff were really helpful and attentive. The set up of score boards etc made it feel like a professional race and the hire of overalls, gloves and helmets was included. Would highly recommend.
8. Eastgate House
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4.5 based on 56 reviews
An Elizabethan Town House in the heart of Rochester. Recently re-opened after 13 years, now inviting visitors to learn about the history of this magnificent building. From a family home to a Victorian School this house has many tales to tell.
Reviewed By 864sarahe
My husband and I live in Kent and we love occasionally coming to Rochester as it’s so beautiful and filled with a lot to do. Luckily, my in-laws live locally and treated us to the Saturday Dickensian Christmas market and it didn’t disappoint. Part of the scheduled programme was a stop off here to listen to Father Christmas read a story and it was wonderful. The house itself is beautiful and I must admit, rather ashamedly, we didn’t get to spend much time taking in the history as our four year old was dragging us round afterwards in search of the wooden mice that feature in the story and are dotted about. Finding them was a great way to get her involved and she was awarded a little badge at the end. What was really lovely was Father Christmas was dressed in his original green garb, he was absolutely charming and because no one was there, followed us round and gave us helpful tips as to the rodents location. The house was fantastically decorated and everyone was so nice. We couldn’t believe, given how busy the town centre was, it was so quiet! If they do it again we will be going back. Thank you.
9. Fort Amherst
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4.5 based on 348 reviews
Originally constructed during Napoleonic times in preparation for a possible invasion, Chatham's Fort Amherst was also used as a civil defence centre in both world wars. The Fort has been in a near constant state of restoration since the 1980's by the Fort Amherst Heritage Trust, a charity who works hard to manage and maintain the vast site whilst sympathetically returning its grounds and buildings to their original state to ensure Britain's largest Napoleonic Fortress can be enjoyed by all.
Reviewed By Alwaysmagicmoments - Gillingham, United Kingdom
To my shame, I have overlooked this place for years. Looking for something to do with my teenage daughter and three year old son we went. Parking was great loads of room and free if you go in for a tour. The staff were very helpful, the internet said there was an afternoon tour but it was the start of the season and there was only ment to be one. I explained that it said on the internet the tour times. She had been speaking to the tunnel guides, who is a volunteer. He'd just finished his lunch. A stroke of luck, for us and a very kind gesture. Seeing us upset he said he would take us all, as another two groups were asking too. We had no idea we were in for a real treat. The place is a real surprise inside. It is steeped in history and our guide was so knowledgeable. My son wanted to fiddle with everything. And got cross when I wouldn't let him. The guide was very patient. He was fantastic with all he knew and smiled at Oberon's high spirits. I will bring a touch for my son next time. To keep him occupied. He enjoyed it loved the walk through the tunnels, but wanted it all quicker. He's no good at standing still and listening yet. Other kids there from other people were fine the whole time. You really have to see the place from the inside out. The veiws are amazing and you can see why they chose this location to build this place. Lovely walks around the grounds for you and dogs. Picnic area for food. The café is lovely, the hot food and drinks are hot and very tasty. Unlike other places I have visited. My daughter was buzzing after with all that she had seen. She wanted her dad to visit and her nanny too. We have called friends to arrange to meet up here for something to do together. Each tour is slightly different as each guide brings something to each visit. Which is great as you learn even more about the place and it makes it more interesting. They have an Easter hunts and other things for the kids too. Very good price a must see.
10. Six Poor Travellers House
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4.5 based on 210 reviews
Also open some weekend during winter.
Reviewed By LadyGreenbaum - Rochester, United Kingdom
(Click here to read la première partie) https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/ShowUserReviews-g635679-d2433291-r723429508-Six_Poor_Travellers_House-Rochester_Kent_England.html?m=55593 ‘Watt(s)’ the Dick’ens is going on at the poor travellers’ house again - I hear you ask! The must see 6 PTH has undergone a cabinet reshuffle (literally) that’s ‘Watt’, which makes this 16th Century historic site well worth a 2nd visit & then some!! A fascinating alms house situated in ‘The silent High Street…’ ‘in the ancient little city of Rochester in Kent’ visibly inscribed, inter alia, in the annals of history and immortalised in Dickens’ very own short story ‘The 7 Poor Travellers’. However, far from being relegated to the annals of history, the ethos behind the 6 PTH has never been more relevant today! EXHIBIT: Enter Stage left or rather through ‘the quaint old door... (an arched door)’ ‘and… ben(d) [your] head, and [descend] down two steps into the entry.’ ‘Watt’ did the 21st Century ‘Lockdown’ and its mantra ‘We’re all in this together’ associated with the virulent strain of COVID-19 (already added to the OED) show us? Namely that ‘It is a time…when want is keenly felt’. Never has the chasm between ‘A Tale of Two Cities’ been more evident - the pandemic having given rise to an unprecedented number of calls for help on an ever dwindling charitable purse with ‘Many thousands…in want of common necessaries’ – to which the ‘Watts’ Charitable arm and its 6 PTH are no strangers, having seen it all before, especially during the 1630s and 1902 plagues and everything else in between. The paradox is simply, that in the midst of the health crisis, humans need connection with each other more than ever! Once again the Watts Charity continues ‘to execute in no niggardly spirit the intentions of Master Richard Watts!” and has risen to the challenge, bucked the national trend and met the ‘Great Expectations’ identified in its mission statement by providing much of the financial assistance needed to remodel the sensory/hydro pool at Abbey Court School, so its S.E.N.D pupils can benefit from a safe, stimulating space in order to understand and feel the freedom of movement that allows them to relate to their environment; to meet the cost for 5 nurses and a palliative care nurse to be trained at the Wisdom Hospice and to help AgeUK (Medway) distribute meals for the elderly in the ME1/ME2 areas, to name but a few! Watts ‘was simply and staunchly true to his duty…’ and I feel certain that both he and Dickens (considered travellers / migrants both) would be proud to see the continuation of the Charity’s ethos resonating through the streets of Rochester today, in what can only be described as some of the hardest social restrictions put in place since the 2nd World War and the effect it has on those who have fallen on ‘Hard Times’. It simply does what it says on the tin! EXHIBIT: Enter Stage right this time – in ‘Watt’ was the original supper room: ‘Lockdown’ also afforded the venerable, passionate Custodians - Elizabeth et al; the time to reorganise the exhibition, which includes many wonderful artefacts from the 6PTH’s golden era, now collated under one roof, as well as a 19th Century register of travellers, which takes pride of place in the adjacent ‘Travellers Room’. Then take a well-earned breather on the garden bench just outside the 2nd and 3rd bedrooms to pause, listen to the audio transcript and reflect on the evocative recollections of travellers experiences; like those of ‘Rags’ who, with britches held up by string, had need of the hospitality offered at the 6PTH after walking all the way from Wales during the 1920s depression, armed only with the vain hope of finding work in the coal mines at Dover, only to return to Wales without any luck! ‘Watt’ better way to while away an afternoon, with the peal of the Cathedral bells and sounds of trickling water never far away! And not forgetting the charm of the physic courtyard garden where 'the...perfumes of the little flower-garden [at the rear] scented the air around’; the fruit, vegetables and medicinal plants all in abundance ‘[shine] in the morning dew…: and the birds [sing]…’ and ‘. . . a very preserve of butterflies as I remember it. . . where the fruit clusters on the[vines], riper and richer than fruit… in any other garden…’ – it’s true, things just grow well here and all evidently a labour of love, for there’s a spirit here which clearly manifests itself through abundance! It’s a haven from the hustle and bustle of modern day life. There is no doubt in my mind that the 6PTH has – in the words of Gerry Rafferty - ‘got it made (yeah) in the garden of England, where the sun comes up to see us every day’! All this and to think, it was at the 6PTH itself, where I rubbed shoulders with Charles Dickens’ great, great grandson, Gerald Charles Dickens, whilst he was filming the latest adaptation of the great man’s work - A Christmas Carol - standing in the very place where Dickens’ himself once stood! So Hear ye! Hear ye! - partake in the latest 21st Century fashion trend and don on that mask, make good use of that antibacterial gel and get thee to the 6PTH – and if the Reader would indulge me a little longer - I may be so bold as to borrow yet another quote from Dickens himself “Do all the good you can and make as little fuss about it as possible.” After all ‘Mankind was [Watts’s] business; charity, mercy forebearance were, all, [his] business’!
