St Andrew's Priory black plaque

This black commemorative plaque records: City of Rochester The Vines The vineyard of St Andrew's Priory leased by the Dean and Chapter to the Corporation and laid out by them in 1880

St Andrew's Priory was a Benedictine nunnery founded in the 11th century near Rochester; it played a significant role in medieval religious life and owned extensive lands, including vineyards, which were later leased to the local government.