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The City

Canterbury started as an Iron Age settlement, an important centre for the local Celtic tribe, the Cantiaci in the 1st century AD. Around 600 AD the Pope sent Augustine to convert the Saxons, and his monks built an abbey outside the walls of the old Roman town. In 602 he rededicated a deserted Roman church and in 603 Canterbury was chosen to be the seat of the 1st archbishop. Today Canterbury is a flourishing city, with bags of character, and a famous and magnificent cathedral.


Wheelchair Access

 Wheelchair Friendly Suitable
 Wheelchair Friendly with diversion Diversion maybe needed
 Limited Wheelchair Access Not suitable




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Canterbury

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Curious About Logo 2What gives Canterbury, an historic cathedral city in Kent, its unique character? Which people and events have shaped its personality? Why do people love to visit? Take our fabulous walks of discovery, and have fun finding answers to clues which tell you more, whilst reading our stories about the most interesting facts.
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First Walk
Wheelchair friendly, small diversion maybe needed, no clues missed
Cathedral Circular

This walk shows you the many sides of Canterbury. Starting outside the city’s famous cathedral you initially pass along some of its busier, but characterful shopping streets, before arriving at its medieval gatehouse. From here walk through pretty gardens alongside the River Stour. Pass a modern theatre, and ancient relics, before returning once again to cathedral gateway, and the bustling Butter Market
(1.75 miles).

Walk Extension
Wheelchair friendly
Cathedral to Gardens

Initially experience some of Canterbury’s ancient heritage, mingled amongst more modern shopping, before heading out towards Canterbury Castle. Along the way, enjoy the spirit of Chaucer and his Canterbury Tales, graceful almshouses, and an ancient church radiating character. Finally, clamber over the castle, before ending your journey in the splendour of Dane John Gardens, with its many attractions which appeal to all
(1.75 miles).

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