Small-Group City Running Tour in Canterbury

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About the Activity

Explore historic Canterbury and the surrounding countryside as we take you around our city’s most beautiful and well-known icons. Discover the city's secrets and stories on a unique sight-running journey. We'll run along the old city walls to the four corners of the city and through hundreds of years of stories. In just an hour you'll see and learn all about the key historic and cultural sites Canterbury has to offer, as well as discovering some of the city's many secrets. Your guide will be happy to answer any questions you may have or even take a detour to show you something that may be of interest to the group. The tour is suitable for all levels of runner, from beginner to expert. We will run at whichever pace feels most comfortable for the group and nobody gets left behind. Our tours contain frequent stops so you will most likely be able to run further and faster than you would on your usual run.

1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes

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Mobile ticket

Availability and Prices

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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Inclusions & Exclusions

Our tour includes digital group photos and an animated route video in the price.

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Canterbury Cathedral(Pass By)

11 The Precincts, Canterbury, United Kingdom, CT1 2EHOur city tour starts and ends outside the cathedral. Your guide will give you a rich insight into the role and importance of the cathedral in the city's history, it's dramatic past and the role it serves today.View Location

Canterbury City Walls(Pass By)

Canterbury, United KingdomWhen you're up on the city walls, you're running along 2,000 years of history. Hear all about how the walls went from primitive Roman defences to the fortified stone work that you see today. View Location

Dane John Gardens

Watling Street, , Canterbury, United Kingdom, CT1 2RNThe highest point of the tour is on Dane John Mound, the mysterious hill in the city's central park. From here you can see most of the city and get a sense of it's scale and beauty.5 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Franciscan Gardens

60 St. Peters Street, , Canterbury, United Kingdom, CT1 2BEYou'll see some of the monastery buildings, established in 1267 and one of the prettiest spots in the city.5 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Westgate Gardens

Westgate Grove, , Canterbury, United Kingdom, CT1 2BQJust outside the city walls are stunning Westgate Gardens. Here we cross the River Stour and pause by the giant Baobab plane tree. It's 200 years old and is hiding a remarkable secret.5 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Westgate Towers Museum & Viewpoint

1 Pound Lane, Canterbury, United Kingdom, CT1 2BZThe main entrance into the city, this medieval tower and gatehouse stands at an imposing 18 metres and is the oldest surviving surviving tower in Britain. Built in 1378, your guide will show you some of it's secrets and explain how it was the first sight many visitors would see on arrival to the city. 5 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

The Marlowe Theatre

The Friars, Canterbury, United Kingdom, CT1 2ASLearn about the different statues and sculptures around the theatre and how they relate to one of Canterbury's most famous sons, Christopher Marlowe.5 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Meeting and Pickup

Starting point

We'll meet outside the Cathedral entrance by the War Memorial on Butter Market, before running along the city walls to the four corners of the city and beyond.View Location

End point

We'll meet outside the Cathedral entrance by the War Memorial on Butter Market, before running along the city walls to the four corners of the city and beyond.View Location

Pickup details

Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point

Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.

Additional Information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Language And Guide

Tour Guide Available In

English

Ticket Details

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
One per booking

Ticket Redemption

No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticket

Cancellation & Refunds

Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Europe/London time to receive 100% refund.

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Operated by Canterbury Running ToursCreated on 07 May 2021Created on 26 Nov 2024

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