Canterbury City Centre – Westgate Towers loop from Canterbury East

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Canterbury City Centre – Westgate Towers loop from Canterbury East

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Canterbury City Centre – Westgate Towers loop from Canterbury East

01:36

6.28km

20m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 26, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Canterbury Cathedral, St Augustine's Abbey, and St Martin's Church WHS

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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380 m

Canterbury Castle Ruins

Highlight • Castle

One of the three royal castles of Kent, the motte is still visible as the mound in Dane John Gardens

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1.28 km

Library of Canterbury

Highlight • Historical Site

Very nice old town, lots of small shops.

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1.33 km

Canterbury City Centre

Highlight • Settlement

Canterbury is a historic city and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city is home to the Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, the senior bishop and principal leader of the …

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1.36 km

Great Stour at the Old Weavers' House

Highlight • River

The ducking stool was used as a tool to determine if someone was a witch. Between 17th - 19th century they were commonly used throughout England and Scotland.

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1.62 km

Westgate Towers

Highlight • Monument

A serene and peaceful part of the city, and yet somehow quite imposing as you cycle up to the massive stone gate. It's hard not to image the thousands of …

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3.14 km

Burgate Street

Highlight • Monument

Street containing quirky shops and cafes

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3.15 km

St. Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Church

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The Catholic Church of St. Thomas of Canterbury is a beautiful parish church built in the Gothic Revival style between 1874 and 1875. The church is located on the corner …

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3.95 km

St Martin's Church, Canterbury

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St. Martin’s Church in Canterbury is the oldest church in the English-speaking world that is still in use. This historic church, located just outside the city centre, dates back to …

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6.28 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.60 km

1.45 km

1.35 km

782 m

103 m

Surfaces

4.07 km

1.65 km

541 m

Elevation

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Weather

Sunday 18 October

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Comments

May 4, 2026,UK, England: Canterbury

Some old houses from the 1500s!

St. Martin's is the oldest church in the English-speaking world and is referred to as the mother church of Canterbury Cathedral. Part of the original building was from before the year 410.

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