Things to do in Canterbury
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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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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.
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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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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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.
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.
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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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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...
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.
Evening River Tours
Type
Historic Site
Location
Canterbury
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