Wednesday the 30th saw us head down to Kent to spend the day in Rochester. I lived near here for several years before moving up to the Midlands, i know a lot of you will remember those days! Its was strange returning there for the day as a tourist when everything seemed so familiar. Though the shops and restaurants have changed, the roads and pavements are the same ones I have walked along so many times in the past. We visited the castle first, its been there since Norman times and has seen a fair amount of action over the years.There were not that many people there, which made it easy to explore the castle.You can climb pretty much to the top, and the view from there is worth the climb.
next stop was the Cathedral. Another place I have been many times. Its a place to find peace and quiet reflection. Sadly the crypt was closed, but we walked around the rest of the cathedral and admired the beauty. On leaving the cathedral, we had lunch at Ye Olde Arrow, we were the only ones in there a part from a man standing at the bar. What a shame, the food was wonderful!! After lunch we had a stroll along the high street, looking in some of the shops as we walked along. The highlight of the day was shopping for gypsy tarts!!! Woo hoo, i got two from different bakeries. For anyone who has never had one, they are scrumptious!! And as far as i know they are only available in north Kent, i have never seen them anywhere else. They are so good, and worth driving to Rochester for, ha ha!! I was sad when we had to leave, who knows when i will next be
back there.
Rochester might be one of the smallest cities on the country, but there is a lot of history in the area, and its well worth a visit. Its a short drive from Bluewater, Dockside and Upnor castle. If you're ever in the area, don't miss it!
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