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Canterbury UK. Brief history and overview. Chaucer and Thomas Becket

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Canterbury,England

Welcome to Canterbury!

The University

ResidentsHas been inhabited since pre-Roman times. Augustine

established his first Cathedral & Abbey around AD 600.

The Cathedral, St Martin's Church and

the ruins of St Augustine's Abbey,

are listed by UNESCO.

The stunning Cathedral…

A vibrant city with a warm and friendly atmosphere

Where is Canterbury?

Canterbury is in the far South Eastern tip of England. It is near London and France.

Thomas BecketLived between 1118 – 1170

He dared to say ‘No’ to King Henry 2nd. He argued over the rights and privileges of the

Church. He was murdered by followers of the king in Canterbury Cathedral.

After his death, he was made a Saint. He is known as Saint Thomas of Canterbury

He is featured in Chaucer’s Canterbury Tales.In medieval times, pilgrims paid homage to him

Canterbury Tales Museumon St. Margaret’s Street

Step back in time to the Middle Ages! 

Join Chaucer and his pilgrims...

A cosmopolitan cityThe Whitefriars shopping centre.Plenty of specialist shops, restaurants, pubs and

bars.The city has a unique charm.

CultureStrong focus on the arts. Many galleriesThe annual Festival attracts thousands of

visitors.The Marlowe Theatre.

In the evening…Activities include: sport, discos, quizzes, karaoke and talent shows

etc. 

Excellent transport linksHigh-speed trains run regularly between Canterbury West

and London St Pancras. They take under an hour.

Eurostar terminals and the Channel Tunnel are nearby.

Canterbury is in Kent, known as the ‘Garden of England’ and is very beautiful!

East Kent120 miles of coastline and many beaches.

Many water sports on offer The seafood is fresh and good quality.A number of castles and forts nearby.

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