National landscapes (AONB) · South East England
The Goods Shed
In or near Canterbury.
The Goods Shed is a place of interest in the United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–6 h
- Nearest railway station
- Canterbury West · 0.1 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
The Goods Shed is a place of interest in Kent, South-East England. Built or established in 1860, it dates from the Victorian period. 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 0.1 km away. Postcode area CT2.
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Official information
The Goods Shed is a vibrant farmers market and food hall located in Canterbury, showcasing local produce and fine foods from independent suppliers since 2002. Visitors can explore a variety of stalls offering fresh vegetables, meats, fish, and artisanal products, as well as enjoy casual dining options in a unique market setting.
Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Kent Downs
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Goods Shed is a Victorian building located in Canterbury, Kent, South-East England. Established in 1860, it is situated within the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). The structure reflects the industrial heritage of the region.
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- Coordinates
- 51.2846, 1.0763
- County
- Kent
- District
- Canterbury
- Parish
- Canterbury, unparished area
- Postcode
- CT2 8AN
- Parliamentary constituency
- Canterbury
- Phone
- +44 1227 459153
- Established
- 1860
- Nearest railway station
- Canterbury West — 0.1 km
- Opening
- Market: Tue–Sat 9am–6pm, Sun 10am–4pm; closed Mon
- Official site
- thegoodsshed.co.uk
Sources
- osm: w147243560 (ODbL)
- commons: Goods Shed At Canterbury West Railway Station.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Goods Shed?
- The Goods Shed is in Kent, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode CT2 8AN), in the parish of Canterbury, unparished area.
- What is The Goods Shed?
- The Goods Shed is a place of interest in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Goods Shed?
- The nearest railway station is Canterbury West, about 0.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode CT2 8AN.
- When was The Goods Shed built?
- Built or established in 1860.
- Is The Goods Shed a protected site?
- Yes — The Goods Shed is part of the Kent Downs National Landscape (AONB).
- Is The Goods Shed free to visit?
- Yes, The Goods Shed is free to enter.
- How do I get to The Goods Shed?
- The nearest railway station is Canterbury West, about 0.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CT2 8AN.