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National Go paddling! week

Running from 25 May to 2 June, Go Paddling Week 2019 is the perfect opportunity for paddlers old and new to take to the water and be part of the biggest paddling event in the UK.

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Celebrating 30 Years of UNESCO in Canterbury

Join us for two days of talks, a wine reception and light show to celebrate Canterbury’s inspiring heritage and history

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World Heritage Site

The UNESCO World Heritage Site at the heart of Canterbury includes three sites that make it a must visit location for history lovers

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Canterbury - worth a punt

Visit Canterbury, less than an hour away from London.

Escape to Canterbury

Visit Canterbury, Whitstable and Herne Bay for great days out

Experience Canterbury’s history and heritage, see our stunning architecture and world famous buildings. Enjoy a day out in Canterbury UK and visit the magnificent Canterbury Cathedral, have a relaxing short break or longer fun-filled family holiday at the seaside in Herne Bay or Whitstable. Canterbury tourism has the perfect blend of city, coast and countryside, ensuring that however varied your interests are you will be spoilt for choice. Come and enjoy our beautiful coastline and countryside and our breathtaking heritage and culture. After all, Canterbury is simply inspirational.

You can book accommodation, find out about upcoming events, choose somewhere to eat and discover our fantastic range of attractions and things to do, all here in one place.

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    Canoe Wild


    Go on a guided tour, hire a canoe, or learn to paddle with this 5* rated local canoe company. A perfect way to see the countryside on Canterbury's doorstep. Don't miss the Grove Ferry Inn, conveniently located at the end of the route!

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    Wingham Wildlife Park


    Wingham has more animal species than any other zoo in Kent! You can really get up close with the walk through enclosures. Great fun for all ages. Prices start at £15 per person and children under 2 years get in free

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    Herne Bay Cultural Trail


    Enjoy two hours of entertaining history with this walk through Herne Bay. You'll learn about the bouncing bomb, smuggling hotspots, and some of the famous people associated with the town

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The return of the pilgrimage: walking from Canterbury to Rome

The Via Francigena and Spain’s Camino are attracting growing numbers of modern pilgrims, says Spectator Life

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We're in the top 24 restaurants for vegetarians in the UK!

Canterbury's Cafe Mauresque and The Wallflower Cafe in Herne Bay have made the Telegraph's top 24 restaurants for vegetarians in the UK

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Spend the Weekend in… Kent

See what Spectator Life says about visiting Canterbury and Whitstable when spending a weekend in the garden of England...

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Whitstable and Canterbury - the best day trips from London

Looking to get out of London for a few hours? Here’s Time Out's definitive list of best day trips from London!

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A good walk: Faversham to Whitstable

Faversham to Whitstable, Whitstable to Faversham whichever way round you do it, it's an amazing walk! Find out what The Times and The Sunday Times had to say about it...

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Whitstable - worth dropping everything for

Time Out London ranks Whitstable as one of the top three best road trips...

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Bleans Woods one of the top five romantic walks in Kent

Enjoy peaceful trails amid ancient woodland. Keep eyes and ears alert for Nightingales, Goldcrests, Sparrowhawks, Treecreepers, Nightjars and Long-tailed Tits.

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Artisan spirits are booming!

Discover the story behind Canterbury Gin from small artisan producer Canterbury Brewers and Distillers...

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Best hotels in Canterbury

The best hotels in Canterbury, chosen by The Telegraph expert, including luxury hotels, boutique hotels, budget hotels and Canterbury hotel deals.

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Discover the quirky part of Canterbury

Discover the hidden gem that is St Dunstans, home to some of the best places to eat and drink in Canterbury

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Veer off the beaten path and enjoy charming Canterbury

Canterbury gets a nice shout out in USA Today 10 Best's article encouraging people to veer off the beaten path in London

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Whitstable in Kent is an oyster lover's woodstock

Whitstable transports oyster lovers to what must be the closest thing to bivalve heaven says the Forbes' Gretchen Kelly .

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Britain at its best: Praise the Lord for Canterbury, a divine cathedral city

The Daily Mail's Clive Aslett took the high speed train to Canterbury West to savour the delights on offer.

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Where to find the healthiest high street in England

Thinking about visiting Canterbury? Read what Telegraph Travel's Tom Ough had to say about his recent visit to the healthiest high street in England...

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My coast: Sandi Toksvig

Danish-British writer, presenter and comedian sandi Toksvig reflects on the unique charm of the north Kent coast and why sea swimming feels so good.

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David Essex: Why Whitstable is Britain's greatest seaside town

"Kent has a special place in my heart" says David Essex © Telegraph Media Group Limited 2017

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A city with a tale: 17 things to do in Canterbury

Whether you're here for the day, or a long weekend - here's where you can visit, eat and busy yourself while you're there. Courtesy of Lastminute.com

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The New York Times: 36 hours in Canterbury, England

"This small city of prayer, stone and stories calls to travelers like a miniature Rome" says Mark Vanhoenacker in The New York Times

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A Canterbury trail: exploring the city’s medieval streets on foot

With its extraordinary history and ecclesiastical grandeur, Kent’s murder mystery capital has much for the walker to savour on a day’s stroll

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