Eastgate House
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This is one of the buildings that initially doesn't give too much of a vibe, but boy, you'll be so wrong to believe that! Only after entering the house will be mesmerised by the roch history, colours, and all the interesting and fascinating bits that you will learn about the place. The building was constructed in 1590 for Sir Peter Buck and is Grade I listed. It was used as a bording school from 1791 for about 100 years. In 1897, it was bought by the Rochester Corporation and transformed in a museum dedicated to Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee. This house was used mentioned by Charles Dickens in two of his writings. Next to this house, in 1961, Dicken's chalet was moved here, and you can visit it for free(only the outside of it).
cristi cristiancristi cristian
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Had an infusion of money recently and the outcome is truly amazing. A house of this age is usually small and dingy and dark but Eastgate house is open and light and feels spacious. There's a newly installed lift which takes nothing away from the house and is quite discreet in its instalation. I'd like to see more costumed characters to bring it more alive but there's a well stocked rack for adults and children to dress up. Check out the school room that was my favourite. Your going to spend about an hour to 90 mins
Hysterical HistoryHysterical History
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The house is closed on Mondays but the gardens are always open. I love this time of year when the lavender is in full bloom and the herbaceous borders are brimming with bright blooms and bees. The gardens are a quiet spot. It’s never packed. There are plenty of benches and shady spots or full sun if you like to sit on the grass and bring a picnic. I just love it here.
JulieAnnJulieAnn
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I visited on a day trip from London and checked their website and Twitter to confirm it was open. I arrived to discover it was closed for a wedding. I think it's very disrespectful to the wider public to close without any thought for the people who can't just come back the next day.
PhilPhil
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Book Eastgate for a Sunday afternoon for sister in laws 70th. Had run of house, gift shop was open, lots of activities and a lovely buffet. Definitely recommend was a hit for all ages youngest was 2 up to 70's and all thoroughly enjoyed it.
Julie KinslowJulie Kinslow
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Nearby Attractions Of Eastgate House
Rochester Castle
Rochester Cathedral
Rochester Cathedral
Guildhall Museum
Hysteria Escape Rooms
Huguenot Museum
The Hound Hut Rochester, Medway

Rochester Castle
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Rochester Cathedral
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Rochester Cathedral
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Guildhall Museum
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Nearby Restaurants Of Eastgate House
The Golden Lion - JD Wetherspoon
The Quills Restaurant
The George Vaults
Chuck and Blade Burgers
Don Vincenzo
Café Nucleus Rochester
Royal Crown Rochester
Brettington's Steak and Lobster House
Shozna
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The Golden Lion - JD Wetherspoon
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The Quills Restaurant
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The George Vaults
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Chuck and Blade Burgers
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Basic Info
Address
1EW, High St, Rochester, United Kingdom
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Phone
+44 1634 332700
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Website
visitmedway.org
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Eastgate House is a Grade I listed Elizabethan townhouse in Rochester, Kent, England. It is notable for its association with author Charles Dickens, featuring as Westgate in The Pickwick Papers and as the Nun's House in The Mystery of Edwin Drood.
attractions: Rochester Castle, Rochester Cathedral, Rochester Cathedral, Guildhall Museum, Hysteria Escape Rooms, Huguenot Museum, The Hound Hut Rochester, Medway, restaurants: The Golden Lion - JD Wetherspoon, The Quills Restaurant, The George Vaults, Chuck and Blade Burgers, Don Vincenzo, Café Nucleus Rochester, Royal Crown Rochester, Brettington's Steak and Lobster House, Shozna, The Eagle Tavern
