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Family Days Out in Canterbury

Come to Canterbury for a great family day out where you can explore one of the most famous and ancient towns in England. Any visit to the town must include a trip to the stunning Canterbury Cathedral home of the Church of England and which forms part of a World Heritage Site with over a million visitors a year. Canterbury Cathedral became a site of pilgrimage for Christians worldwide following the murder of Thomas Becket in 1170 and it was this pilgrimage that inspired the theme of Geoffrey Chaucer’s famous 'Canterbury Tales'. These tales are brought to life at one of Kent’s most popular attractions The Canterbury Tales at St Margaret’s Church where you’ll discover a series of amazing exhibits and actors that bring to life Chaucer’s timeless tales. Those whose interest has been piqued by these attractions should also venture to the Museum of Canterbury where they can learn more about the city and its historical origins, while those with younger family members looking for something different can head to the same place for their ancillary Rupert Bear Museum which has all manner of fun activities relating to the child’s comic-strip favourite. Whatever you look for in a family day out Canterbury is sure to have it!   

Recommended family days out in Canterbury

Please enter Believe it or not there are both deer and dragons in this lovely woodland park, planned for adults and children alike. Stroll around and admire the delightful flora and fauna, there is something special to see in every season. Adventure playgrounds, covered picnic areas and an imagina...
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Howletts Wild Animal Park Spend an exciting day out in this beautiful parkland which aims to protect and breed rare and endangered species and return them to safe areas in their native homeland. There is a Black Rhino breeding sanctuary and the UK's largest herd of African buffalo. The Park has so far returne...
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Please enter Two in one for an interesting day out for the whole family. The younger members can have a great time in the Rupert Bear Museum with its many activities from drawing and playing giant snakes and ladders to Time Travelling with Rupert. The rest of the family can discover the fascina...
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The Canterbury Tales Welcome to the Merry Medieval world of Chaucer where all the favourite characters of his Canterbury Tales are brought to life in the historic building of St. Margaret's Church. Their adventures are related through the use of life-sized cameos and sound effects, which are both amusing...
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Please enter The main square in Canterbury will be transformed into a Christmas market on the run up to Christmas. Bring the children to capture the festive atmosphere and to maybe buy a Christmas gift for you. There will be hot drinks and food stalls in the German traditi...
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