Parking in Rochester Castle

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Rochester Castle is located on Castle Hill in the centre of Rochester. The tower-keep was built sometime around 1127 by William of Corbeil, the Archbishop of Canterbury. It has survived three sieges, including one by King John in 1215 when one corner of the keep was destroyed. The majority of the castle is still standing today, and you’ll find a shop and public toilets here, as well as a picnic area in the grounds. If you want to take an audio tour, you can hire one for £1 in English, French, German or Dutch. 

The cost of visiting the castle is as follows:

• Adult: £7.00
• Child (5-17 years): £3.50
• Concessionary tickets: £5.00
• Family (2 adults, up to 3 children): £17.50

Groups of more than 10 people will receive a 15% discount on tickets. 

If you’re a regular visitor of English Heritage sites, you should consider becoming a member. As a member, you’ll receive free entry to Rochester Castle and more than 400 more other sites. You’ll also receive free or discounted tickets to hundreds of events, and parking is free at car parks owned by English Heritage.  

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There isn’t any on-site parking at Rochester Castle, however, you will find pay and display parking nearby. There is a coach drop-off point near the visitor centre, and a free coach park on Corporation Street. 

You will find options for Rochester Castle parking in one of the council-run car parks nearby. You fill find these parks in the following locations:

• Almon Place
• Postcode: ME1 1LN
• Charging hours: 7am to 1am
• Maximum stay: 5 hours 
• Spaces: 24, including 2 disabled spaces 
• Payment type: Pay and display, RingGo
• Berkeley House
• Postcode: ME1 1EZ
• Charging hours: 7am to 1am
• Maximum stay: 18 hours 
• Spaces: 12
• Payment type: Pay and display, RingGo
• Blue Boar Lane
• Postcode: ME1 1PD
• Charging hours: 7am to 1am
• Maximum stay: 5 hours 
• Spaces: 131, with 7 disabled spaces 
• Boley Hill
• Postcode: ME1 1SN
• Charging hours: 7am to 1am
• Maximum stay: 5 hours
• Spaces: 22
• Payment type: Pay and display, RingGo
• Cathedral Rochester
• Postcode: ME1 1LX
• Charging hours: 7am to 1am
• Maximum stay: 5 hours
• Spaces: 82, with 3 disabled spaces
• Payment type: Pay and display, RingGo
• Corporation Street Car Park
• Postcode: ME1 1NH
• Charging hours: 7am to 1am
• Maximum stay: 5 hours 
• Spaces: 162, with 8 disabled spaces 
• Payment type: Pay and display, RingGo
• Easons Yard
• Postcode: ME1 1BU 
• Charging hours: 7am to 1am
• Maximum stay: 18 hours 
• Spaces: 43, with 3 disabled spaces 
• Payment type: Pay and display, RingGo
• High Street Furrells
• Postcode: ME1 1JA
• Charging hours: 7am to 1am
• Maximum stay: 18 hours 
• Spaces: 21, with 1 disabled space 
• Payment type: Pay and display, RingGo
• High Street Station
• Postcode: ME1 1HY
• Charging hours: 7am to 1am
• Maximum stay: 18 hours 
• Spaces: 23, with 1 disabled space 
• Payment type: Pay and display, RingGo
• King Street
• Postcode: ME1 1YD
• Charging hours: 7am to 1am
• Maximum stay: 18 hours 
• Spaces: 42, with 3 disabled spaces 
• Payment type: Pay and display, RingGo
• Rochester Riverside MSCP
• Postcode: ME1 1PZ
• Charging hours: 7am to 1am
• Maximum stay: 18 hours 
• Spaces: 302, with 18 disabled spaces 
• Payment type: Pay and display, RingGo
• Union Street
• Postcode: ME1 1XS
• Charging hours: 7am to 1am
• Maximum stay: 18 hours 
• Spaces: 26
• Payment type: Pay and display, RingGo

Alternatively, you can browse the options available at YourParkingSpace. We have short term and long term options available near Rochester Castle.

By Train: The Rochester train station is a 7-minute walk from Rochester Castle and services the Thameslink and southeastern lines. 

By Bus: Several bus lines run by Rochester Castle, including 133, 133, 140, 141, 149, 170, 172, 173, 190, 191, 193, 197, 633, 653, 670, 692, 693, 694, 695, 700 Sapphire, and Medway Valley Links 151.

By Car: Rochester Castle is located on Castle Hill, just off High Street in the centre of Rochester. Rochester is just off the M2, about an hour’s drive from London. 

You will find disabled parking at the following car parks: Almon Place, Blue Boar Lane, Cathedral Rochester, Corporation Street Car Park, Easons Yard, High Street Furrells, High Street Station, King Street, and Rochester Riverside MSCP. 

To search for the disabled car park that is closest to Rochester Castle, see the Blue Badge Parking website. 

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Where is Rochester Castle located?

Rochester Castle is right in the heart of Rochester on Castle Hill, about an hour’s drive out of London. 

What is there to see near the castle? 

The Guildhall Museum is housed in a building which dates back to 1687 and is home to objects like a 200,000 year old axe that visitors can touch and the world’s most complete set of 18th century cabinet maker’s tools. The Rochester Cathedral has a crypt, shop and exhibition, chapel, and library. If you’re looking for a bite to eat, be sure to check out the Café in the Crypt. Who wouldn’t enjoy a cup of tea in a 13th century crypt? Then, be sure to take a tour of a restored Tudor-style townhouse at Eastgate House. 

How accessible is Rochester Castle? 

There are several features to make Rochester Castle more accessible for everyone, including accessible toilets, handrails, braille guides, and audio tours with transcripts. Guide dogs are also allowed throughout the grounds. 

Please note that the castle is not wheelchair accessible, and there is a 144-step spiral staircase to the top of the castle, and 50 steps up to the shop. 

How much does an English Heritage membership cost?  

• Individual adult (18 years and over): £5.25 monthly or £63 for a year
• Two adults: £9.08 monthly or £109 for a year
• Individual senior (65 years and over): £4.58 monthly or £55 for a year
• One adult and one senior: £8 monthly or £96 for a year
• Two seniors: £7 monthly or £84 for a year
• Individual young adult/student (18 to 25 with a valid NUS card): £4.08 monthly or £49 for a year
• Family of one adult and up to six children: £5.25 monthly or £63 for a year
• Family of two adults and up to twelve children: £9.08 monthly or £109 for a year
• Lifetime membership for an individual adult: one-off payment of £1,460 
• Lifetime membership for an individual senior: one-off payment of £1,140
• Lifetime membership for two adults: one-off payment of £2,090
• Lifetime membership for two seniors: one-off payment of £1,520