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Historic British Cities: Canterbury
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City of Pilgrimage
The majority of those who visit Canterbury do so to behold the oldest cathedral in England – a history-soaked building which boasts an 11th century crypt and whose origins date back to 597AD. It was here that Archbishop Thomas à Becket was notoriously murdered in 1170, and where Edward the Black Prince and Henry IV were buried.
However, the cathedral forms only part of Canterbury’s listing as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Indeed, the city also boasts what is considered to be the oldest church in England, St, Martin’s, and the remains of the Benedictine Abbey of St. Augustine.
That said, there are plenty of non-religious historic buildings in the city, too. Much of its medieval city walls remain, as indeed does Westgate Tower (the sole remaining city gate). In fact, there are estimated to be in the region of 1,500 listed buildings within Canterbury – a truly notable accolade.
However, the cathedral forms only part of Canterbury’s listing as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Indeed, the city also boasts what is considered to be the oldest church in England, St, Martin’s, and the remains of the Benedictine Abbey of St. Augustine.
That said, there are plenty of non-
Period Places to Stay in Canterbury
Falstaff Hotel. Located close to the Westgate Towers, The Falstaff is an old coaching inn that dates back to the 16th century. Offering bed & breakfast accommodation, it boasts 46 bedrooms in all, of which those located in the original building (once called the White Hart) possess period features. Others are situated in the ‘Old Woodmill’ and are of a more contemporary nature.
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The White House. Offering seven en suite rooms, the White House is a highly-rated bed & breakfast situated in St. Peter’s Lane and just a few minutes walk from Canterbury cathedral. Built during the Regency period, the property is reputed to have been where Queen Victoria’s Head Coachman lived following his retirement. The owners also possess a sizeable private art collection.
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House of Agnes. Said to date back to the 14th century, this old inn features in the Charles Dickens story of David Copperfield (as the home of Agnes Wickfield). It offers bed & breakfast accommodation via nine individually furnished rooms and private gardens for guests to enjoy. Interestingly, during recent renovations a rare ‘Astrolabic Quadrant’ dating from 1388 was found on the property and is now on display at the British Museum.
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The Sun Hotel. Charles Dickens is reputedly a former guest at this 15th century inn, and one of the rooms (a four poster) bears his name. Being in the city centre means that it’s ideally positioned for those wishing to explore the old town, although it also means that it lacks private guest parking. The property also features its own licensed tea rooms where cream teas and lunches are served daily.
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Howfield Manor. Although largely extended (sympathetically) in recent times around a 17th century wing, parts of the property are reputed to date back to the mid 1300’s. The house also boasts an Elizabethan stair turret and a heritage that goes back to the 12th century. It offers fifteen bedrooms in all and a restaurant within what is thought to have once been a chapel. Located in the village of Chartham Hatch just a few miles to the west of the city.
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The Old Ship. Situated in the village of Wingham to the east of Canterbury, this thatched former inn dates back around 400 years. The recipient of excellent reviews, it offers bed & breakfast accommodation via just two guest rooms (both of which are en suite). The property provides an option for those who prefer to stay in a more rural location rather than within the city itself.
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Ivy Cottage. This Grade-II listed self-catering property dates from circa 1660, but can even boast a Roman well under its floor (sealed off). Situated in Bishopsbourne (around four miles from Canterbury) the cottage was once the home of the writer Jocelyn Brooke. It can sleep up to 5 and is dog-friendly.
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The White House. Offering seven en suite rooms, the White House is a highly-
House of Agnes. Said to date back to the 14th century, this old inn features in the Charles Dickens story of David Copperfield (as the home of Agnes Wickfield). It offers bed & breakfast accommodation via nine individually furnished rooms and private gardens for guests to enjoy. Interestingly, during recent renovations a rare ‘Astrolabic Quadrant’ dating from 1388 was found on the property and is now on display at the British Museum.
TripAdvisor | Booking.com
The Sun Hotel. Charles Dickens is reputedly a former guest at this 15th century inn, and one of the rooms (a four poster) bears his name. Being in the city centre means that it’s ideally positioned for those wishing to explore the old town, although it also means that it lacks private guest parking. The property also features its own licensed tea rooms where cream teas and lunches are served daily.
Expedia
Howfield Manor. Although largely extended (sympathetically) in recent times around a 17th century wing, parts of the property are reputed to date back to the mid 1300’s. The house also boasts an Elizabethan stair turret and a heritage that goes back to the 12th century. It offers fifteen bedrooms in all and a restaurant within what is thought to have once been a chapel. Located in the village of Chartham Hatch just a few miles to the west of the city.
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The Old Ship. Situated in the village of Wingham to the east of Canterbury, this thatched former inn dates back around 400 years. The recipient of excellent reviews, it offers bed & breakfast accommodation via just two guest rooms (both of which are en suite). The property provides an option for those who prefer to stay in a more rural location rather than within the city itself.
TripAdvisor
Ivy Cottage. This Grade-
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It might not yet be the definitive list, but there are some fabulous places to discover in our Beautiful Villages of England section.
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If you prefer a holiday or break under your own steam, there are plenty of Historic Holiday Cottages throughout the country. And we keep the ones we feature to those said to have been built before 1700, too.
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We would very much like to expand this section to include more Canterbury hotels and inns of interest to the heritage-
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