Things to do in Canterbury

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  1. Canterbury Historic River Tours

    Canterbury Historic River Tours

    Type

    Boat Trip

    Location

    Canterbury

    Flowing through the heart of historic Canterbury, the river is the perfect way to escape the hustle and bustle of one of the country's busiest city centres,allowing you to discover parts of the city that are only accessible by our tour.

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  2. Eastbridge Hospital

    Eastbridge Hospital

    Type

    Historic House / Palace

    Location

    Canterbury

    Originally founded c1190 for poor pilgrims visiting Becket's shrine. Now an almshouse with refectory and 12thC undercroft. The upper chapel can also be seen.

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  3. Canterbury Tales

    Canterbury Tales

    Type

    Museum

    Location

    Canterbury

    Step into medieval Canterbury and accompany Geoffrey Chaucer and his colourful characters on their magical pilgrimage from London to the shrine of St Thomas Becket in Canterbury Cathedral.

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  4. St Augustine's Abbey

    St Augustine's Abbey

    Type

    Historic Site

    Location

    Canterbury

    Explore the ruins of the abbey founded by St Augustine in 597 AD, now part of Canterbury's World Heritage Site. The site also includes a facinating museum with genuine artefacts and a free audio tour.

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  5. Howletts Wild Animal Park

    Howletts Wild Animal Park

    Type

    Animal Collection

    Location

    Canterbury

    The Aspinall Foundation's Howletts Wild Animal Park in Kent is a great day out for groups of all sizes where education, conservation and fun combine. Set in over 100 acres of beautiful ancient parkland.

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  6. Greyfriars Chapel

    Type

    Historic Site

    Location

    Canterbury

    Hidden away behind Greyfriars House in Stour Street is this 13th century building spanning the river Stour. It is the oldest Franciscan building in Britain and the sole remains of Greyfriars Friary.

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  7. Wildwood

    Wildwood

    Type

    Animal Collection

    Location

    Herne Bay

    Wildwood is a unique and award-winning woodland discovery park providing an ideal day out for all the family.

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  8. Canterbury Cathedral

    Canterbury Cathedral

    Type

    Cathedral / Minister

    Location

    Canterbury

    Mother Church of the Anglican Communion, seat of the Archbishop. Dates back to 597AD. Stunning stained glass. 11th century Crypt, 12th century Quire, 14th century Nave.

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  9. Elham Valley Vineyard

    Elham Valley Vineyard

    Type

    Vineyard

    Location

    Canterbury

    Vineyard, tearoom, craft, pottery.

    See how vines grow and enjoy morning coffee, cream tea or a light lunch.

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  10. Dane John Gardens

    Dane John Gardens

    Type

    Garden

    Location

    Canterbury

    Canterbury's most popular park has been restored into attractive gardens with monuments and memorials, a bandstand with summertime concerts, a central fountain, a tearoom and a children's maze.

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  11. Environmental Centre

    Environmental Centre

    Type

    Nature Reserve

    Location

    Canterbury

    Discover a unique site covering 30 acres and a haven for wildlife including herons and kingfishers. Enjoy trails set around a vast lake and woodlands, visit the bird hides and the sensory garden or try pond dipping.

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  12. Reculver Beach

    Reculver Beach

    Type

    Natural Feature

    Location

    Herne Bay

    Reculver is a small hamlet situated approx 3 miles east of Herne Bay and is very popular with people visiting the quiet unspoilt area.

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  13. Reculver Country Park & Reculver Towers

    Reculver Country Park & Reculver Towers

    Type

    Historic Site

    Location

    Herne Bay

    The twin towers of St Mary's Church are a distinctive feature of the north Kent coast. They are visible for miles around, guiding visitors as they have guided sailors for centuries. But there is much more to Reculver than the towers...

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  14. The Grove Ferry River Trips

    The Grove Ferry River Trips

    Type

    Boat Trip

    Location

    Canterbury

    River trips from the Grove Ferry Inn aboard a new electric launch up and down the River Stour. The launch in quiet, clean and non polluting, ideal for leisure trips, relaxation wildlife and bird watching.

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  15. Evening River Tours

    Evening River Tours

    Type

    Historic Site

    Location

    Canterbury

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