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ST AUGUSTINE'S ABBEY

(5.0 Score)
Longport, Canterbury CT1 1PF, UK Directions

Since 1892

Speciality:

✓Oldest Site ✓Ancient Ruins ✓Historical Landmark ✓Garden and Tourist Place ✓Historic Abbey Ruins Exploration ✓Heritage Site Visits ✓Historical Museum ✓Archaeological Exhibitions ✓Anglo-Saxon History Exhibitions

"St Augustine's Abbey holds historical significance and was initially established as a burial ground for the Anglo-Saxon kings of Kent and forms an integral part of the Canterbury World Heritage Site, alongside the cathedral and St. Martin's Church. St Augustine's Abbey delved into the peaceful ruins and uncovered the resurgence of Christianity in Kent following the Romans' departure. St Augustine's Abbey offers an ideal setting for walking your dog or enjoying a family picnic. Secure the best price for your day ticket to St Augustine's Abbey by booking online. Dogs on leads are welcome to explore the abbey grounds. St Augustine's Abbey spans 20.8 acres.

2026 Highlights: The abbey also offers picnic facilities and welcomes dogs on leads. It has received a Platinum Green Impact Award."

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Price:

Advance Online Tickets
With Donation
Member - Join Now Free
Adult £9.00
Child (5-17 Years) £5.00
Concession £8.00
Family (2 Adults + Up To 3 Children) £23.00
Family (1 Adult + Up To 3 Children) £14.00
Overseas Visitor Pass (9 Or 16 Days Unlimited) -
Without Donation
Member - Join Now Free
Adult £8.10
Child (5-17 Years) £4.50
Concession £7.20
Family (2 Adults + Up To 3 Children) £20.70
Family (1 Adult + Up To 3 Children) £12.60
On The Day Tickets
With Donation
Member - Join Now Free
Adult £11.00
Child (5-17 Years) £6.00
Concession £9.50
Family (2 Adults + Up To 3 Children) £28.00
Family (1 Adult + Up To 3 Children) £17.00
Without Donation
Member - Join Now Free
Adult £10.00
Child (5-17 Years) £5.40
Concession £8.60
Family (2 Adults + Up To 3 Children) £25.40
Family (1 Adult + Up To 3 Children) £15.40

Discount:

15% Off on Book Advance Tickets Online Until Midnight the Day Before Your Visit and Save

Contact:

01227 767 345

Mon-Fri: Closed
Sat & Sun: 10am - 4pm

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WESTGATE TOWERS MUSEUM & VIEWPOINT

(4.9 Score)
1 Pound Lane, Canterbury CT1 2BZ, UK Directions

Since 1906

Speciality:

✓Historical Places ✓Wooden Doors and Cell Linings ✓Drum Towers ✓City Gate ✓Walking ✓Monument and Historic Sites ✓Museum Visits ✓Medieval History Exhibitions ✓City Wars Exhibition ✓Crime and Punishment Exhibition ✓Westgate Through History Exhibition ✓Magna Carta Exhibition ✓Historical Maquette Displays ✓Medieval Gateway Exploration ✓Rooftop Battlements Access ✓Panoramic Canterbury City Viewpoint ✓Historical Artifact Displays ✓Former City Gaol Exploration

“Westgate Towers Museum & Viewpoint has the highest remaining medieval gateway. The Tower stands 60 feet (18 m) high and is England's most significant surviving city gate. The Tower is a scheduled ancient monument and a Grade-listed building. Still well-preserved, it remains one of the city's most distinctive landmarks. At The Pound Bar and cafe on the ground floor, enjoy a 10% discount on food and drink. Visitors can explore the Tower's rich history from the battlements and take in beautiful city views. Admission is free for children under four years old. Westgate Towers Museum & Viewpoint was built by Archbishop Simon Sudbury. Westgate Towers Museum & Viewpoint offers private venue hire for theatre performances, concerts, film screenings, celebrations, meetings and historical talks. Free museum entry with a food receipt from The Pound or Felons Coffeehouse.”

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Price:

Adult Admission £4
Student concession Admission£3
Child Admission (5 - 17)£2
Family Ticket £10

Contact:

01227 808755

Mon,Tue & Sat: Closed
Wed-Fri & Sun: 12pm - 4pm

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MARLOWE THEATRE

(4.8 Score)
The Friars, Canterbury CT1 2AS, UK Directions

Since 2011

Speciality:

✓West End Musicals ✓National Companies ✓Symphony Orchestra Season ✓Dance ✓Opera ✓Music and Comedy ✓Live Theatre Performances ✓Touring Theatre Productions ✓Drama ✓Shakespeare Productions ✓Comedy Shows ✓Stand-up Comedy ✓Dance Performances ✓Ballet ✓Orchestral Concerts ✓Classical Music ✓Live Music and Gigs ✓Pantomime ✓Family Theatre ✓Children's Shows ✓New Writing ✓Experimental Theatre

"Marlowe Theatre's first building was established before World War I but converted to the Central Picture Cinema in the 1920s and reopened in 1949 as a Marlowe Theatre. The statue, Muse of Poetry, outside the building, refers to Christopher Marlowe. Marlowe Theatre was designed by Architect Keith Williams. Marlowe Theatre provided additional parking spaces for people with disabilities and a walkway beside the River Stour. Marlowe Theatre runs workshops for young people at a 12th-century former priests' hospital. Marlowe Theatre has 1,200 seats in the auditorium and has balconies, a fly tower, and an orchestra pit.

2026 Highlights: The theatre received the Stage Awards Theatre of the Year award for 2021. The year-round programme includes touring theatre, West End musicals, drama, comedy, dance, opera, orchestral concerts, music performances, pantomime, family shows and new writing."

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Price:

Discovery Tickets (Ages 16 - 26) £15
Friends Membership £43 Per Year
Green Room Pre-Show Dinner (2 Courses) £25
Green Room Pre-Show Dinner (3 Courses) £31

Contact:

01227 787787

Mon: Closed
Tue-Sun: 10am - 8pm

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ST AUGUSTINE'S ABBEY REVIEWS

With the Canterbury Cathedral being such a large landmark, I dont think monuments like this Abbey get enough credit or attention. A massive part of the history of the town, it offers an insight to life after the Romans. Walking around the ruins is lovely and provides for an amazing day out. I recommend buying your tickets in advance to make use of the online discount. Don't forget students and over 65s can get a cheaper price too. Overall a lovely landmark with stunning views. A must visit if you are ever in the area. An amazing spot for a picnic.

An excellent example of how an English Heritage site should be run. Very informative (although small) museum with some really interesting artifacts and texts as you enter, and you are free to explore the expansive grounds. Amazing history in this location, we thoroughly enjoyed exploring this area at our own pace. The audio guide was great. Very well done to everyone at this location, what a great bit of English history.

This is a really interesting place to visit. The audio guide is excellent and makes looking around the ruins come to life. I would highly recommend a visit.

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WESTGATE TOWERS MUSEUM & VIEWPOINT REVIEWS

This place is a hidden gem!!! Drenched in history. An old goal in Westgate towers I never knew it was there either! There is a restaurant, kinda attached to it. From a side door, you are suddenly pulled backwards a few hundred years!! At the very top, a panoramic view of Canterbury awaits. Fully recommend it. Hey, eat in the restaurant, entry to the museum is free.

It's a small museum. It is a museum that can be easily visited in a short time. There are historical military objects. It has a beautiful view from its tower, where you can see Canterbury panoramic. You should stop by to watch the city.

Staff is willing to help and share the knowledge of local history. Viewpoint is a must see for the town.

MARLOWE THEATRE REVIEWS

Love going to the theatre... because I'm short, sometimes I struggle to see among the heads but yesterday I tried one of those cushions they provide and it was much better and SO comfy. Treat yourself to a night out! Oh! And we had dinner at the green room and it was delicious.

The Marlowe theatre is a lovely newer building among the historic area around it. There are a few disabled parking spots just outside the entrance. There was a spot selling merch for the show (Rocky Horror) and a bar. The seats were comfortable and the stage was large and designed well. The show was great and well done everybody! Staff were very friendly. Toilets are clean.

Lovely Theatre. Friendly staff. Comfortable seats. Bat out of Hell is an amazing show. There is so much talent on stage. We saw it being filmed for Cinemas.

TBR® Inspection Score Report

ST AUGUSTINE'S ABBEY Total Inspection Points: 119/120
Reviews Study: 9
Acknowledgements: 10
Business Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Pricing: 10
Real Discounts: 10
Reviews Accuracy of : 10
Website Standard: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

WESTGATE TOWERS MUSEUM & VIEWPOINT Total Inspection Points: 117/120
Business Hours: 9
Complete Info: 9
Pricing: 9
Acknowledgements: 10
Business Images: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Real Discounts: 10
Reviews Accuracy of : 10
Reviews Study: 10
Website Standard: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

MARLOWE THEATRE Total Inspection Points: 116/120
Experience: 8
Business Hours: 9
Pricing: 9
Acknowledgements: 10
Business Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Current Evaluation: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Real Discounts: 10
Website Source: 10
Website Standard: 10
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