Description

Built in 1687, the Rochester Guildhall is described as one of the finest 17th Century civic buildings in Kent. Its museum was founded in 1897 and includes the ornate Chamber which featured in Dicken’s novel, Great Expectations, where you can learn all about its history as well as the heritage of the area. The many displays include a full-size reconstruction of part of a Medway prison hulk, archaeological objects, civic silver and regalia from Medway’s past, and lots more. The permanent exhibition on Charles Dickens, The Making Of Mr Dickens, looks at the life of the author and what shaped his work. Visitors can also see and touch a 200,000-year-old axe.

Opening Hours
Tuesday to Saturday
10am-5pm
Last admission 4.15pm.

Price
Adult: £5
Child: £1.

Accessibility
Step free access is available at the entrance gallery, there is a touch screen facility that allows visitors to watch a selection of short subtitled films highlighting key aspects of the museum and its displays. You can also request from a member of staff, step free access on the ground floor of part two of the museum direct from the High Street. There is no lift in the building.

By Train
Rochester - 5 minutes.

Facilities
Toilet • Gift Shop • Pushchair Storage • Induction Loop

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Picture Credit: © Medway Council.

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