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CANTERBURY WALKING TOURS
Did you know that Canterbury Cathedral is the oldest in the land?
Or that Greyfriars was the first Franciscan Friary to be built in Britain in 1267?
Or even that the “Crab & Winkle Line” between Canterbury and Whitstable was the first passenger railway line in the world when it opened on 3rd May 1830?
These are just a few interesting facts about our beautiful city.
If you have never taken a guided tour of the historic centre of Canterbury with an official city guide why not make 2009 the year
when you find out what you have been missing?
You will learn the fascinating history of a cathedral city which boasts three World Heritage Sites and hear about the many famous people who have lived and worked here - Christopher Marlowe, Jane Austen, Charles Dickens, Somerset Maugham, Mary Tourtel (of Rupert Bear fame), Joseph Conrad, to name but a few.
The walking tour includes the Cathedral precincts, the historic King’s School, medieval lanes where pilgrims’ inns and weavers’ houses still stand, and many other interesting features of the city.
The daily walking tours are conducted in English, but pre-booked group tours are available in most European Languages.
Some of Canterbury’s landmarks:
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Christ Church Cathedral – Mother Church of the world-wide Anglican communion and scene of the martyrdom of St. Thomas Becket in 1170 |
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Saint Augustine’s Abbey (ruins) – a reminder of Augustine’s mission to convert England to christianity |
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Saint Martin’s church – the oldest parish church in England in continuous use |
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The Norman Castle and the Dane John mound |
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The city walls and the impressive West Gate |
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The King’s School |
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Numerous ancient buildings of historic and architectural interest |
