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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Abbots Fireside

Abbots Fireside

Welcome to The Abbot's Fireside Hotel, a 15th Century Hotel situated in the historic village of Elham. When you enter The Abbot's Fireside you will encounter a warm and friendly atmosphere. You will be surrounded ... 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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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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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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Express by Holiday Inn Canterbury

Express by Holiday Inn Canterbury

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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Waltham Court Hotel

Waltham Court Hotel
Built on 3 acres of common land known as Handville Green in 1796 for the poor people of the parish. The building remained as a poorhouse until 1828 when it transferred to private ownership. At ... More | visit website
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Woolpack Inn

Woolpack Inn

Tudor beamed houses surround this cosy inn, which is graced by the Grey Lady, a resident, but friendly, ghost! Probably one of the cosiest inns in Kent, if not in England, with a well kept ... More | visit website

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Knowlton Court

Knowlton Court
Knowlton lies in quiet countryside 9 miles south of Canterbury and 5 miles from Sandwich and the coast. Horses graze the land of the estate and there are plenty of attractions nearby.
The accommodation ranges from our ... 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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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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