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Rochester (ME) Area Postcodes
Rochester (ME) Area Overview
The ME postcode area, often referred to as the Medway or Maidstone postcode area, covers a portion of Kent in England.
Rochester is a historic city located in the county of Kent, England. It has a rich heritage and has been a strategically important location throughout British history due to its position on the River Medway. Rochester Cathedral was founded in 604 AD, it's England's second-oldest cathedral. The present structure dates from the Norman era.
Chatham is a town in the unitary authority of Medway in Kent, Southeast England. It's historically significant, particularly due to its naval connections. The most defining aspect of Chatham's history is the Chatham Dockyard, which operated from the 16th century to 1984. Over its long history, the dockyard built over 500 ships, including the HMS Victory, Admiral Lord Nelson's flagship at the Battle of Trafalgar.
Maidstone is situated on the River Medway and serves as an administrative, economic, and cultural hub for the region. Maidstone's historical significance increased with the construction of the Archbishops' Palace in the 14th century. The town became an important centre for the wool trade in medieval times.
Other postal towns and areas covered by the ME postcode area are Aylesford, Faversham, Gillingham, Queenborough, Sheerness, Sittingbourne, Snodland and West Malling.
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