CANTERBURY : STEEPED IN HISTORY AND CULTURE
This beautiful, ancient city is one of the jewels in the county’s crown. Within its famous walled city sits Canterbury Cathedral, begun in 597AD by St Augustine, and still welcoming pilgrims today. Our vibrant and creative city boasts three universities, including the University of Kent and numerous Arts festivals and theatres, while managing to remain a small, friendly and safe community.
Visting Canterbury
Fascinating medieval streets such as the King’s Mile and Cathedral Quarter are home to many small independent shops and museums and there are numerous bustling cafes and restaurants. Westgate Gardens provides the perfect place for a picnic or a leisurely journey in a punt along the River Stour, while theatre goers make good use of the Marlowe Theatre and the annual Canterbury Festival in October; with many of its events being hosted in the School's Great Hall.
Kent: The Garden of England
Henry VIII is said to have given Kent the accolade of “The Garden of England” owing to its abundant agriculture, hops and fruit farms. Vineyards are an increasing part of the landscape.
Our corner of England has spectacular coastline views, rolling green hills, stunning castles, elegant stately homes and gardens, as well as beautiful beaches and exhilarating foot and cycle trails. Within 15 minutes of Canterbury is the seaside town of Whitstable, famous for its oysters, picturesque lanes and seafood restaurants.
Visiting the area
Information about visiting Canterbury and the surrounding area can be found at www.canterbury.co.uk.
Information about accommodation can be found at the Visit Canterbury website.
GETTING TO CANTERBURY
Canterbury is extremely well located in the South-East of England. Excellent road and rail conections provide easy access to London, airports and the Channel Tunnel.
BY AIR - London Heathrow, Gatwick and City Airports are all within 90 minutes of Canterbury.
BY TRAIN - From London St Pancras to Canterbury West in 55 minutes. The Senior School is a short taxi ride or a 15 minute walk uphill from the station.
Additional trains run from Charing Cross and Victoria Stations to Canterbury East which is a taxi ride to both schools.
Visit trainline to view train departure times:
BY EUROSTAR TRAIN - Paris to Canterbury from 2 hours and 40 minutes. Travel to London St Pancras and change there for Canterbury.
GETTING TO CANTERBURY BY CAR
BY CAR - From London follow the A2/M2, or the M25 to the A2 exit.
Satellite navigation
For the Senior School enter the postcode CT2 9DT
For the Junior School enter the postcode CT2 9AQ
BY CAR FROM FRANCE - take Le Shuttle from Calais to the Folkestone Eurotunnel Terminal. From the terminal, follow signs to Folkestone, Dover, Canterbury and Ramsgate (M20/A20). Stay on the A20 until instructed to join the A260 signposted Canterbury.