Parks & Beaches

From the historic city to the stunning coastline, Canterbury district is home to some of the UK's most beautiful outdoor spaces. Explore nature-rich landscapes, hunt for fossils on the beach, enjoy a leisurely punt on the river, paddle along the coast, or spend quality time with family in our parks and playgrounds. Whatever your pace, adventure awaits.

Canterbury's Open Spaces

As part of the city's Levelling Up Fund (LUF) bid, Canterbury City Council has delivered nine story gardens across the city. The gardens are freely open to the public, and each tells one of Canterbury’s Tales of England to promote the rich history of the city. Discover the gardens in the city, and you can read more about the history of each of the sites below.

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