Rochester Guildhall

The Guildhall is an historic listed building located in Rochester, Kent, United Kingdom. It was constructed in 1697 and has been part of the Guildhall Museum since 1979. (The museum extends to the building next door, built 1909.[1]) A notable feature is a weathervane dating from 1780 in the form of an 18th century warship.[2] The Guildhall Chamber is said to feature in the novel Great Expectations by Charles Dickens,[3] and the museum includes a room dedicated to the author.

References

  1. ^ 2000 Great Days Out (1998) AA (UK) ISBN 0 749518243
  2. ^ Museum website
  3. ^ iknowkent Charles Dickens and Rochester History

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