The Top 6 Castles around Cobham

A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, and you’ve got 6 beautiful castles to choose from around Cobham. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!

View of Rochester Castle and Cathedral from Castle Hill

Rochester Castle

Cooling Castle Gatehouse

Tilbury Fort

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View of Rochester Castle and Cathedral from Castle Hill
Road Cycling Highlight
Rochester is a great town for sightseeing and cafe stops, a must visit on a ride from London to Kent (or back). Castle Hill is one of the highlights, with a great view of the castle and the cathedral.
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Rochester Castle
Hiking Highlight
Rochester Castle has defended the London Road, a strategically-important crossing of the River Medway, for centuries. The impressive 12th-century tower, which is the castle's most prominent feature, is one of …
Tip by Dan Hobson
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Cooling Castle Gatehouse
Cycling Highlight
Cooling castle is a 14th century quadrangle castle, built to defend french raids on the Thames estuary.
Tip by Keith
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Tilbury Fort
Road Cycling Highlight
One of five forts built by Henry VIII to defend London, this one is really impressive. Set at a narrow point of the estuary, it's directly opposite the Gravesend fort …
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