Homecare in Cuxton

Cuxton is a rural village that lies on the western slopes of the Medway alley just 2 miles from the historic town of Rochester. It lies on the left bank of the River Medway in the North Downs. It is served by the A228. A low valley leads up from the river to the hamlet of Lower Bush.

Cuxton is an ancient settlement, dating back at least to the Stone Age. Large numbers of flint tools have been found in the Rectory grounds. Archaeologists identified these as the work of the Acheulian people who flourished approximately 200,000 years ago. It is remarkable how perfectly these tools fit a man's hand still ready to use even today.

A hoard of 196 hand axes from the Acheulian era was excavated in 1962. This is now displayed in the British Museum. The name is believed to have developed from "Cucula's stone" Cucola's stone.