Canterbury Day Out

Canterbury, England's most famous cathedral city, home of Geoffrey Chaucer's Canterbury Tales and now a UNESCO world heritage site. Canterbury sits on the River Stour in one of the most attractive corners of rural Kent. It is easily reached by road, rail or sea, and has been welcoming visitors for thousands of years.

The Norman cathedral  still dominates the skyline as you approach the city, giving 21st century visitors the same sense of awe as their medieval counterparts. Making a pilgrimage was an important part of  medieval life and pilgrim's flocked to the city to visit the shrine of the Archbishop of Canterbury, Thomas Becket , who was murdered in his cathedral.

Today Canterbury still welcomes visitors from all four corners of the globe and has, with its many ancient buildings, shops, bars and restaurants, retained both an old world charm and a cosmopolitan vitality.

Canterbury Christmas Market - 27th November:

Experience the magic of Christmas in the historic city of Canterbury, home to Kent's largest Christmas market.

Set amongst Canterbury's medieval streets and the magnificent Cathedral Precincts, this festive market offers a wonderful Christmas shopping experience with traditional wooden chalets, artisan gifts, handcrafted decorations, seasonal food and drink, and unique festive treats. The city comes alive with sparkling lights, Christmas trees, and a warm festive atmosphere.

Take time to browse the many market stalls, explore Canterbury's charming independent shops and high street stores, and admire the stunning architecture of the world-famous cathedral. With festive entertainment, delicious seasonal refreshments, and plenty of opportunities to find those special Christmas gifts, Canterbury provides the perfect setting for a memorable festive day out.

Whether you're looking for Christmas shopping, seasonal treats, or simply a chance to soak up the festive atmosphere in one of England's most beautiful historic cities, Canterbury Christmas Market offers something for everyone.

27th November - Arrive 1100hr, Depart 1645hr - Combined with Ashford Designer Outlet.