Name: Milton Chantry
Rating: 5.0

Milton Chantry

Fort Pitt Gardens, Fort Pitt Hill, Rochester, UK

1-99 Years

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Milton Chantry The oldest building in Gravesend, Kent, Milton Chantry is all that remains of a leper hospital built in 1322 by Aymer de Valence, Earl of Pembroke. It has served in turn as a hospital, Tudor chantry chapel, public house, and Georgian barracks, and its basement was converted for use as a gas decontamination chamber during the Second World War.

Although mainly encased in 19th century brick, the building still has its 14th century timber roof. The building now houses a collection of items relating to the heritage of Gravesend. including a selection of Roman finds.

Free Entry. If you are looking for Best place for day out with kids and families then this is the perfect destination offering fun, adventure, and unforgettable memories for everyone.

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Free
Host birthday parties: No

Features

Milton Chantry The oldest building in Gravesend, Kent, Milton Chantry is all that remains of a leper hospital built in 1322 by Aymer de Valence, Earl of Pembroke. It has served in turn as a hospital, Tudor chantry chapel, public house, and Georgian barracks, and its basement was converted for use as a gas decontamination chamber during the Second World War. Although mainly encased in 19th century brick, the building still has its 14th century timber roof.
The building now houses a collection of items relating to the heritage of Gravesend. including a selection of Roman finds.

Facilities

Parking: There is a pay-and-display car park, not managed by English Heritage, next to Fort Gardens in Milton Place, a few minutes' walk away.
Food & Drinks: There are no facilties at the site but it is on the edge of Gravesend town centre.
Dogs: Assistance dogs only.

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Price: Free

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

Milton Chantry normally opens from noon until 5pm at weekends and bank holidays from April until September. Admission outside these times is by appointment only - please contact Gravesham Borough Council on 01474 337600. The site is closed from October until April.

Address: Fort Pitt Gardens, Fort Pitt Hill, Rochester, UK

Post Code: DA12 2BH

Council: Gravesham

County: Kent

Road Access: In New Tavern Fort Gardens; east of central Gravesend, off A226.
Bus Access: Arriva, Red Route and Nu Venture services pass within a short distance.
Train Access: Gravesend 3⁄4 mile.
Bicycle Access: Find this site on The National Cycle Network.
Parking: There is a pay-and-display car park, not managed by English Heritage, next to Fort Gardens in Milton Place, a few minutes' walk away.