Canterbury Holiday Homes

History

Canterbury and the surrounding area has a whole host of history and heritage for you to come and discover. Canterbury is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and has two castles, six museums and an attraction that lets you step back in time to the Middle Ages are some of what is on offer here in historic Canterbury.

The Cathedral, St Augustine’s Abbey and St Martins church form the trio of World Heritage Sites in Canterbury. The Abbey was founded in 597AD, and St Martin’s Church is the oldest parish church in England still in constant use. Along side these, there is Canterbury Tales, where you can step back into the Middle Ages and join the pilgrims on their journey from London to Canterbury Cathedral. The museums are full of artefacts and fun things for all the family to do. The West Gate Towers Museum has one of the best views of the City.

At the heart of the district, the city of Canterbury boasts a wealth of visitor attractions. The Cathedral offers testimony to faith, history and culture and it does so with generosity. Other buildings find room to shine, illuminating their own integral part in Canterbury's history, such as St Augustine's Abbey. This story continues, because even though Canterbury is a place steeped in tradition, its attractions are very much alive and in the present day. You can save money by purchasing an Attractions Passport Ticket, which gives you entry into the Cathedral, St Augustine's Abbey, the Canterbury Tales and one of the city's museums.

Romantics and traditionalists in search of British seaside magic will find all their expectations met in Herne Bay. Brightly coloured beach huts offer access to all the life of the water's edge and beyond. In the summer months Herne Bay's beauty is enhanced by the gardens that nestle the seafront, bringing floral colour for admiring visitors who pass the clock tower and bandstand, which is a focal point for musical events and entertainment.

Whitstable's traditional charms, strong arts culture and rich maritime history sit easily with its renaissance. Its main streets are packed with craft shops and galleries, delicatessens and fashion shops trading side by side with butchers and bakers. Oysters and other delicacies from the sea can be enjoyed at the local restaurants and pubs or taken home from the fresh fish market at the harbour. With an unspoilt charm, Whitstable has secured a favoured spot in the hearts and minds of all who visit the town.

When the evening sets in, the district is alive with theatregoers, film buffs, foodies and those enjoying a relaxing drink in one of the city’s many pubs and bars.

Theatres are in abundance in the district, with the Marlowe and Gulbenkian in Canterbury, Kings Hall in Herne bay and the Horsebridge and the Playhouse in Whitstable. Whether you want to go to the 1000-seated Marlowe for a touring show of dance, opera, comedy or a West End production, or the Gulbenkian, a smaller theatre at the University of Kent, there is something to suit all tastes. The Kings Hall in Herne bay hosts an extensive range of events, from top tribute acts to martial arts championships. The Horsebridge in Whitstable is just yards from the beach, and the Playhouse in Whitstable is a 186-seated theatre. With plenty of shows on offer, you can experience all kinds of fantastic theatre. There are also two cinemas in Canterbury and one in Herne Bay, offering all the latest box office hits as well as a few less well-known films.