UNESCO World Heritage · South East England
Canterbury Cathedral, St Augustine's Abbey, and St Martin's Church
In or near Canterbury.
Canterbury Cathedral, St Augustine's Abbey, and St Martin's Church — World Heritage site in Canterbury, Kent, England, UK.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 2 h–4 h
- Nearest railway station
- Canterbury West · 0.7 km
- Paid entry
- Family-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit Canterbury Cathedral, St Augustine's Abbey, and St Martin's Church, the nearest railway station is Canterbury West, located 0.7 km away. The postcode for the site is CT1 2EP. The site is wheelchair accessible.
About
Canterbury Cathedral, St Augustine's Abbey, and St Martin's Church is a place of interest in Kent, South-East England. The site is within the Kent Downs National Landscape (AONB). It sits within the Canterbury parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Canterbury West, about 0.7 km away. Postcode area CT1.
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Official information
Canterbury Cathedral is a historic site with over 1,400 years of stories, located in a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visitors can explore its stunning architecture, stained glass, and extensive collections, as well as participate in various events and worship services.
Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Kent Downs
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Canterbury Cathedral, St Augustine's Abbey, and St Martin's Church are located in Canterbury, Kent, South-East England. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is notable for its historical significance in Christianity and its architectural heritage. The surrounding area is designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) within the Kent Downs.
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- Coordinates
- 51.2800, 1.0833
- County
- Kent
- District
- Canterbury
- Parish
- Canterbury, unparished area
- Postcode
- CT1 2EP
- Parliamentary constituency
- Canterbury
- Nearest railway station
- Canterbury West — 0.7 km
- Official site
- www.canterbury-cathedral.org
Sources
- wikidata: Q15924897 (CC0)
- commons: Canterbury Cathedral August 2019 B.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Lavatory Tower
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Prior's Chapel
Prior's Chapel — Grade I listed chapel in Canterbury, Kent, England, UK.
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Trinity Chapel
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📷 5Public art & sculpture · South East England
The Canterbury War Horse
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The Buffs
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Where to eat & stay near Canterbury Cathedral, St Augustine's Abbey, and St Martin's Church
Places to stay
📷 5Hotels · South East England
Canterbury Cathedral Lodge
Canterbury Cathedral Lodge — a hotel in england south east.
📷 5Hotels · South East England
Cathedral Gate Hotel
Cathedral Gate Hotel — a hotel in england south east.
📷 7Hotels · South East England
The Thomas Ingoldsby
The Thomas Ingoldsby — a hotel in england south east.
📷 5Hotels · South East England
The Pilgrims Hotel
The Pilgrims Hotel — a hotel in england south east.
📷 5Hotels · South East England
Hampton by Hilton Canterbury
Hampton by Hilton Canterbury — a hotel in england south east. 3-star. Brand: Hampton.
📷 5B&Bs · South East England
The White House
The White House — a bed-and-breakfast in england south east.
Places to eat & drink
📷 5
📷 5Cafés · South East England
Burgate Coffee House
Burgate Coffee House — a café in england south east.
📷 5Cafés · South East England
Cafe Chambers
Cafe Chambers — a café in england south east.
📷 5
📷 5Restaurants · South East England
Happy Samurai
Happy Samurai — a restaurant in england south east.
📷 5Restaurants · South East England
Kashmir Tandoori
Kashmir Tandoori — a restaurant in england south east.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Canterbury Cathedral, St Augustine's Abbey, and St Martin's Church?
- Canterbury Cathedral, St Augustine's Abbey, and St Martin's Church is in Kent, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode CT1 2EP), in the parish of Canterbury, unparished area.
- What is Canterbury Cathedral, St Augustine's Abbey, and St Martin's Church?
- Canterbury Cathedral, St Augustine's Abbey, and St Martin's Church — World Heritage site in Canterbury, Kent, England, UK.
- How do I get to Canterbury Cathedral, St Augustine's Abbey, and St Martin's Church?
- The nearest railway station is Canterbury West, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode CT1 2EP.
- Is Canterbury Cathedral, St Augustine's Abbey, and St Martin's Church a protected site?
- Yes — Canterbury Cathedral, St Augustine's Abbey, and St Martin's Church is part of the Kent Downs National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to Canterbury Cathedral, St Augustine's Abbey, and St Martin's Church?
- The nearest railway station is Canterbury West, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CT1 2EP.