Group homestays in Rochester

Rochester

Rochester is a town and historic city in the unitary authority of Medway in Kent, England. It is situated at the lowest bridging point of the River Medway about 30 miles (50 km) from London.

Rochester comprises numerous important historic buildings, the most prominent of which are the Guildhall, the Corn Exchange, Restoration House, Eastgate House, as well as Rochester Castle and Rochester Cathedral. Many of the town centre’s old buildings date from as early as the 14th century up to the 18th century. The chapel of St Bartholomew’s Hospital dates from the ancient priory hospital’s foundation in 1078.

Transport

Rail

Rochester railway station is on the Chatham Main Line and the North Kent Line. Strood railway station is on the Chatham Main Line, the North Kent Line and the Medway Valley Line. All services are provided by Southeastern.

Buses

Bus services are operated by Arriva Southern Counties. Other local bus companies including Nu-Venture provide certain services, some contracted from the local council.

Rates for Rochester

Please contact us for the full rates and list of supplements.

 

  • May include:
  • Chatham
  • Cuxton
  • Dartford
  • Ebbsfleet
  • Gillingham
  • Gravesend
  • Halling
  • Higham
  • Hoo Junction
  • Longfield
  • Meopham
  • Rainham
  • Rochester
  • Sole Street
  • Strood

 

Please note that although we do cover the above areas we may not necessarily be recruiting new hosts in all areas at all times. If you are thinking of becoming a host, but would first like to confirm if we are currently recruiting in your area prior to completing the application form, please drop us a quick message on our contact us form and let us know your postcode. We will reply as quickly as possible.

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