Small-Group City Running Tour in Canterbury
Canterbury, GB
100% of travellers recommend this
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Duration 1-1.5 hours
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Small group experience
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Digital group photos included
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Suitable for all fitness levels
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Expert local guide
Experience the beauty of Canterbury on a unique small-group running tour, exploring historic sites and hidden gems while staying fit.
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Included
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Our tour includes digital group photos and an animated route video in the price.
Experience the beauty of Canterbury on a unique small-group running tour, exploring historic sites and hidden gems while staying fit.
Highlights
- Explore historic Canterbury and its famous icons
- Discover the city's secrets and stories
- Run along the old city walls
- Learn about the role and importance of Canterbury Cathedral
- Visit Westgate Gardens and see the 200-year-old Baobab plane tree
Meeting Point
We'll meet outside the Cathedral entrance by the War Memorial on Butter Market, before running along the city walls to the four corners of the city and beyond.
12-13 Sun St, Canterbury CT1 2HX , United Kingdom
End Point
We'll meet outside the Cathedral entrance by the War Memorial on Butter Market, before running along the city walls to the four corners of the city and beyond.
12-13 Sun St, Canterbury CT1 2HX , United Kingdom
What to expect
Canterbury Cathedral
Our city tour starts and ends outside the cathedral. Your guide will give you a rich insight into the role and importance of the cathedral in the city's history, it's dramatic past and the role it serves today.
Canterbury City Walls
When you're up on the city walls, you're running along 2,000 years of history. Hear all about how the walls went from primitive Roman defences to the fortified stone work that you see today.
Dane John Gardens
The highest point of the tour is on Dane John Mound, the mysterious hill in the city's central park. From here you can see most of the city and get a sense of it's scale and beauty.
5 minutes
Franciscan Gardens
You'll see some of the monastery buildings, established in 1267 and one of the prettiest spots in the city.
5 minutes
Westgate Gardens
Just outside the city walls are stunning Westgate Gardens. Here we cross the River Stour and pause by the giant Baobab plane tree. It's 200 years old and is hiding a remarkable secret.
5 minutes
Westgate Towers Museum & Viewpoint
The main entrance into the city, this medieval tower and gatehouse stands at an imposing 18 metres and is the oldest surviving surviving tower in Britain. Built in 1378, your guide will show you some of it's secrets and explain how it was the first sight many visitors would see on arrival to the city.
5 minutes
The Marlowe Theatre
Learn about the different statues and sculptures around the theatre and how they relate to one of Canterbury's most famous sons, Christopher Marlowe.
5 minutes
The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.
Additional Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller -
Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for participants with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What our experts say
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Start your day with coffee at The Beaney. -
Visit the Canterbury Cathedral after the tour.
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Bring a light jacket, it can get breezy.
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Consider a post-run meal at The Old Buttermarket.
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Look out for local events in the parks.
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