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Brands Hatch Circuit
Legendary undulating British racing circuit in Kent hosting major motorsport events and offering car racing experiences.
17 km · about 20 min drive
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Rochester
England, United Kingdom · Europe
About Rochester
Rochester is worth a stop: 5 minutes from Cuxton, 18km from Leeds Castle.
Rochester is in England, United Kingdom, with about 29,000 people. You drive on the left here. The nearest town is Cuxton, about 4 km away.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see near Rochester?
Within an hour or so of Rochester: Brands Hatch Circuit (17 km), Leeds Castle (18 km), Johnsons Cafe (21 km), Hever Castle (35 km).
Are there any good drives near Rochester?
The nearest famous roads are Crystal Palace Circuit and Goodwood Festival of Speed.
Where is Rochester?
Rochester is in England, United Kingdom, about 4 km from Cuxton.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 28,671
- Continent
- Europe
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Region
- England
- Timezone
- Europe/London
- Coordinates
- 51.3876, 0.5055
Emergency & Services
Essential numbers in United Kingdom
112 also works. NHS non-emergency medical advice: 111. National Highways breakdown assistance on motorways: 0300 123 5000.
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Worth the detour from Rochester
8 notable places within an hour's drive.
castle
Leeds Castle
A castle on islands in a lake formed by the River Len in Kent, often called the loveliest castle in the world.
18 km · about 20 min drive
cafe
Johnsons Cafe
A well-known biker cafe on the A127 in Essex, serving as a gathering point for London and Essex riders for generations.
21 km · about 25 min drive
castle
Hever Castle
Romantic 13th-century double-moated castle that was the childhood home of Anne Boleyn, set within award-winning gardens and a 38-acre lake.
35 km · about 40 min drive
historic highway
Crystal Palace Circuit
A parkland racing circuit in south London that ran until 1972 and still hosts occasional sprint events. Sections of the old track survive as park roads and footpaths, complete with original kerbing among the Victorian terraces.
40 km · about 45 min drive
cafe
Pavilion Cafe Victoria Park
A stylish lakeside cafe in Victoria Park that has become an unofficial weekend gathering spot for London's motorcycle community.
41 km · about 50 min drive
cathedral
Canterbury Cathedral
Seat of the Archbishop of Canterbury and one of the oldest Christian structures in England.
42 km · about 50 min drive
landmark
Tower of London
Historic 11th-century castle and fortress that has served as royal palace, prison, and home of the Crown Jewels.
42 km · about 50 min drive
Driving roads near Rochester
2 named roads, passes and coastal drives within 150km.
- 40 kmCrystal Palace CircuitA parkland racing circuit in south London that ran until 1972 and still hosts occasional sprint events. Sections of the old track survive as park roads and footpaths, complete with original kerbing among the Victorian terraces.
Driving in United Kingdom
- Drives on
- the left
- Petrol
- ~€1.73/litre
- Motorway tolls
- None
When to drive here
April to October
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