About Canterbury Cathedral, UK

If you are looking for the oldest and most famous Christian structures in England then you go directly to the Canterbury Cathedral in Canterbury, Kent. Canterbury Cathedral has an old tradition of welcome its guests when was attracting thousands of pilgrims.
This tradition is kept till now, and even has been developed to meet the needs of modern tourists. That is why Cathedral has many Guides, Chaplains and Cathedral Assistants ready to make your visit the most beneficial and interesting. The building itself is very interesting; it is built in several styles, such as Romanesque, early and late Gothic. The stained glass windows are very beautiful, they are among the earliest and finest in Europe. And now they look even brighter and more attractive due to the thorough program of cleaning and restoration.

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Canterbury Cathedral

Location

  • Canterbury Cathedral
    The Precincts, Canterbury,
    Kent, CT1 2EH
    Tel: 01227 762862

    • Opening Hours

  • Mon - Sat 09:00 to 16:30;
    Sun 12:30 to 14:00
    Be aware that during services and special events, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Christmas Day Cathedral is closed. Please, check opening times before your visit.

How to get there

  • By train. There are direct services from London Victoria and Dover Priory to Canterbury East Station.
    By car. Canterbury Cathedral is located in the heart of the Kent. You can get there by M2 and M20.

    • Places to eat in the Canterbury Cathedral

  • Restaurant
    Located in the private and tranquil grounds of Canterbury Cathedral, the Canterbury Cathedral Lodge is a nice three star hotel where you can also find stylish restaurant. Menu can be changed to suit the nature of your event.

Restaurants near Canterbury Cathedral

  • The Barn Restaurant
    The Barn Restaurant is an excellent family run restaurant which is placed in the unique 17th century building. Here you will find traditional English dishes served with eclectic cutlery and plates.
    Address 264 Brompton Road, Chelsea, London, SW3 2AS.
    Blue Rays, Rochester is a ambient restaurant which serves Chinese and Malaysian food. It is located right near Rochester station.
    Address: 168a High Street, Rochester, ME1 1EY.
    Tootsies, Tunbridge Wells
    is a chain of restaurants which serves top quality food. It has 35 years of experience and is an ideal destination for a whole family for a quality breakfast, dinner or lunch. Address: 84 High Street, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN1 1YB.
    Address of this branch in the Bluewater: Water Circus, Bluewater, Kent, DA9 9SG.
    The Haxted Mill is an award winning restaurant which is worth of being visited.
    www.canterbury-cathedral.org - official site of the Canterbury Cathedral