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About Canterbury
Dating to prehistoric times, Canterbury remains today a destination of "pilgrims" seeking history, culture, and fun.
Canterbury is an historic English cathedral city and UNESCO World Heritage Site in South East England. It lies on the River Stour.
Canterbury Cathedral is one of the most famous religious structures in the world.
Many historical structures remain, including a city wall founded in Roman times and rebuilt in the 14th century, the ruins of St Augustine's Abbey and a Norman castle, and perhaps the oldest school in England, The King's School. Modern additions include the University of Kent, Canterbury Christ Church University, the University College for the Creative Arts, The American University - Canterbury, the Marlowe Theatre, and the St Lawrence Ground, home to Kent County Cricket Club.
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Canterbury Cathedral Lodge
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In the private and peaceful grounds of Canterbury Cathedral, this stylish lodge offers free Wi-Fi, hearty breakfasts and scenic views. Canterbury’s historic centre is a 2-minute walk away.
The bright and airy bedrooms at Canterbury Cathedral Lodge each have a flat-screen TV and tea/coffee facilities. All rooms feature a modern bathroom, and many have cathedral views.
Traditional full English breakfasts are served daily in the Refectory, or on the spacious terrace. There is also an elegant lounge bar and the beautiful Campanile Garden to relax in.
Just a 5-minute walk from the Canterbury Tales attraction, the Cathedral Lodge is only 700 metres from Canterbury West Railway Station. Parking vouchers for the public car park outside the grounds can be purchased from reception on arrival. Read more...
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Attractions in Canterbury
- Historic Center, Canterbury
- Canterbury Cathedral
- St. Augustine's Abbey, Canterbury
- Mercery Lane, Canterbury
- Heritage Museum, Canterbury
- King's School, Canterbury
- Westgate, Canterbury
- St. Martin's Church, Canterbury
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