Chatham Memorial Synagogue

Chatham Memorial Synagogue is considered to be of exceptional significance, and is, quite literally, the only one of its kind in the world!
It is exceptionally beautiful inside with its blaze of colour and distinctive stained glass windows including the renowned Holocaust Memorial Window designed by Hilary Halpern.
The finest surviving example of HH Collins' work, the current Synagogue sits on the site of an earlier building. The cemetery predates even this earlier building with graves going back to the mid-1700s. This is the only Synagogue in the UK which has an attached cemetery (which has been newly listed), making the site even more significant.
Learn about the Jewish community in Medway, compare religions, look at 'Leper's Walk', or just admire the beauty of this wonderful building- just don't miss this rare opportunity to visit!
You will also have the opportunity to try some delicious traditional Jewish food alongside our usual warm welcome.

Timings & Tours

Sunday 15 September:

Tours at 10am, 11.30am, 1.30pm and 3pm. Pre-booking essential.

Location & directions

366 High Street, Rochester, Kent, ME1 1DJ

Directions:

On street (paid) parking is available, and there is a car park a short walk away on Doust Way.

Contact on day:

Dr Dalia Halpern-Matthews

Telephone number:

+447973261864

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking required

Booking conditions:

Please email [email protected] to book places on the tours. Tours are free, although donations are always welcome.

Booking contact name:

Dalia Halpern-Matthews

Booking telephone number:

+447973261864

Booking email:

[email protected]

Booking opens:

15 Aug 2024 09:00 AM

Booking closes:

15 Sep 2024 10:00 AM

Accessibility details

There are steps to the front of the building, although we do have access to a stair climbing machine. Access to the cemetery is uneven and requires steps. We do have a disabled toilet and nappy changing facilities.

Additional information

We will be providing refreshments including delicious Jewish traditional foods.

Max no of people per tour:

30

Est. tour duration:

1 hour(s) 30 minute(s)

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