Memorials & monuments · South East England
Kent War Memorial Garden
In or near Canterbury.
Kent War Memorial Garden is a memorial in the United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Canterbury East · 0.9 km
- Paid entry
- Dog-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Kent War Memorial Garden is a public memorial in Kent, South-East England, recording local sacrifice and named in the parish register of war and civic monuments. The site is within the Kent Downs National Landscape (AONB). It sits within the Canterbury parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Canterbury East, about 0.9 km away. Postcode area CT1.
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Official information
Canterbury Cathedral is a historic site with over 1,400 years of stories, recognized as part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visitors can explore its stunning architecture, including stained glass and carved tombs, and 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
The Kent War Memorial Garden is located in Canterbury, Kent, within South-East England. This memorial is situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) in the Kent Downs, recognising its significance in honouring those who served.
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- Coordinates
- 51.2793, 1.0851
- County
- Kent
- District
- Canterbury
- Parish
- Canterbury, unparished area
- Postcode
- CT1 2EL
- Parliamentary constituency
- Canterbury
- Nearest railway station
- Canterbury East — 0.9 km
Sources
- osm: n29379773 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Kent War Memorial Garden?
- Kent War Memorial Garden is in Kent, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode CT1 2EL), in the parish of Canterbury, unparished area.
- What is Kent War Memorial Garden?
- Kent War Memorial Garden is a memorial in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Kent War Memorial Garden?
- The nearest railway station is Canterbury East, about 0.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode CT1 2EL.
- Is Kent War Memorial Garden a protected site?
- Yes — Kent War Memorial Garden is part of the Kent Downs National Landscape (AONB).
- Is Kent War Memorial Garden free to visit?
- Yes, Kent War Memorial Garden is free to enter.
- How do I get to Kent War Memorial Garden?
- The nearest railway station is Canterbury East, about 0.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CT1 2EL.