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Canterbury Cathedral
The first Archbishop of Canterbury was St Augustine who arrived on the coast of Kent as a missionary to England in 597 AD. He came from Rome, sent by Pope Gregory the Great. Ever since the murder of Archbishop Thomas Becket in the Cathedral in 1170, Canterbury has attracted thousands of pilgrims. This tradition continues to this day, and a large team of Welcomers, Guides, Cathedral Assistants and Chaplains are there to give all visitors a warm welcome. Every day Morning Prayer is said and Evening Prayer is sung. The Eucharist is also offered daily. On Sundays the Sung Eucharist is at 11.00am. Canterbury Cathedral has a tradition of welcome that reaches back to the days of medieval pilgrimages. This is not only fully maintained today, but has been developed to meet the needs of modern tourists. |
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Canterbury Cathedral lies at the centre of the historic city in Kent. By Road: M2 and M20. Follow signs to A2 from either motorway to Canterbury. By Rail: Rail services are available direct from London Victoria and Dover Priory to Canterbury East Station. |
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Contact the attraction
direct for details. Please note that access for general visiting may be restricted at regular and special service times. |
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General Tours last approximately one hour. Contact the attraction direct for details. |
Canterbury Cathedral in Kent UK is one of the
tourist attractions in the United Kingdom