Canterbury

Canterbury’s central place in the spiritual history of England makes the ancient town a prime destination for visitors, but there is far more to it than just the famous cathedral: the riverside, its many museums and exceptional shopping and restaurant provision only begins a long list... Read More

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Canterbury Events

February
Creative Art Activities
June
Canterbury Carnival
Canterbury Folk Festival
University of Kent Artsfest
July
Goodnestone Village Fete
Kent Beer Festival
August
Archery School
Knight School
September
Hop Hoodening
October
Canterbury Festival
Terrible Tales!
November
Canterbury Eurofair

Hotels in Canterbury - 51 places to stay

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Chaucer Hotel

Chaucer Hotel

Originally a private Georgian house, Chaucer Hotel offers en suite rooms and free parking. The city centre is a 5-minute walk away. 63 Ivy Lane restaurant offers traditional English cuisine with a French influence. The patio ... More | visit website

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Express by Holiday Inn

Express by Holiday Inn

The Express by Holiday Inn Canterbury is conveniently located on the A2, 10 minutes by car (4 miles) from the city centre. The hotel is easy to find at Upper Harbledown and is 4 miles ... More | visit website

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Grove Ferry

Grove Ferry
The Grove Ferry is a superbly converted Georgian Mansion set on the banks of The great River Stour, right in the midst of the Stodmarsh nature Reserve. The venue can now boast to be an ... More | visit website
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Cathedral Gate

Cathedral Gate
In the heart of Canterbury, set in an historical 1438 building, is the Cathedral Gate Hotel. Rooms have modern amenities and some offer spectacular views of the Cathedral. Steeped in history, the Cathedral Gate’s medieval ... More | visit website
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Falstaff Hotel

Falstaff Hotel

A traditional 15th century coaching inn, The Falstaff Hotel is steeped in history yet offers you modern comfortable accommodation and free parking. Located steps away from the Westgate Tower, the hotel provides easy access to ... More | visit website

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Howfield Manor Hotel

Howfield Manor Hotel

Howfield Manor is located in the heart of the Kent countryside and set in five acres of landscaped gardens. Visiting Canterbury and the surrounding villages, avoid the traffic by staying at this Family run Country ... More | visit website

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Old Coach House

Old Coach House
A 17th century coaching inn on the Dover Road run by the chef-patron Jean-Claude Rozard. A Flavour of France in England. We are recommended in the Which? Good Food Guide and Fromers Guide ... More | Double Room: £48 | visit website
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House of Agnes

House of Agnes

The House of Agnes dates back to the 13th century and was referred to by name in Charles Dickens' novel 'David Copperfield'. Centrally located, only 200m from Canterbury West train station & a short walk ... More | visit website

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The Tuns at Staple House

The Tuns at Staple House

The Tuns at Staple House is a quintessential Country House and well established licensed wedding venue dating back to 1712 with grounds of approx 3 acres, set amongst the fruit orchards and farms of rural ... More | Double Room: £65 | visit website

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Castle House Hotel

Castle House Hotel
The Castle House is an architectural gem; built in the 1730s yet incorporating part of the Norman city walls; the Roman Worthgate; and the only remaining section of the original town moat.Here; surrounded by Georgian ... More | visit website

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