The Precinct in Rochester in Medway, England, United Kingdom — Northwestern Europe (the British Isles)

12th Century Chapter House

Photographed by Ray Gurganus, March 27, 2026

1. 12th Century Chapter House Marker

Inscription. The chapter house was built by Bishop Ernulf in the early 12th. century though the decorated Caen stonework at ground floor level was added about 30yrs later. Here the monks met daily to hear a chapter of the rule of St. Benedict and to discuss secular matters. It was unroofed in the mid 16th. Century after these buildings had briefly been incorporated in a Royal Palace for Henry VIII.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Religion & Religious Structures.

Location. 51° 23.316′ N, 0° 30.223′ E. Marker is in Rochester, England, in Medway. It is in The Precinct. In the Rochester Cathedral cloister garden. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Rochester, England ME1 1JY, United Kingdom. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in the Greater South East.

Globally, it is in the Atlantic Ocean,

in the North Atlantic Region,

in Europe,

in Atlantic Europe,

on one of the British Isles,

in the Western World,

and in the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Roman Empire.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Monastic Refectory Doorway (within shouting distance of this marker); John Fisher (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); The French Hospital (1718 - 2018) (about 90 meters away); Abdication House (about 90 meters away); Site of the Saxon Cathedral (about 90 meters away); Dame Sybil Thorndike (about 90 meters away); Site of Henry III Gate (about 120 meters away); Rochester Castle Moat (about 120 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Rochester.

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Photographed by Ray Gurganus, March 27, 2026

2. 12th Century Chapter House Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on May 29, 2026. It was originally submitted on May 29, 2026, by Ray Gurganus of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 7 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on May 29, 2026, by Ray Gurganus of Washington, District of Columbia. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.