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Canterbury City Centre – Westgate Towers loop from Canterbury West

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Canterbury City Centre – Westgate Towers loop from Canterbury West

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Canterbury City Centre – Westgate Towers loop from Canterbury West

00:40

2.61km

10m

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: May 12, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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687 m

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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767 m

Library of Canterbury

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Very nice old town, lots of small shops.

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1.01 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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1.48 km

Burgate Street

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Street containing quirky shops and cafes

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1.89 km

Canterbury City Centre

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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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2.05 km

The Lady Luck

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Fresh homemade food / vegie & vegan options

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2.19 km

The largest and the finest medieval gateway in England, Westgate Towers was built during the Hundred Years’ War (1337 to 1453) to defend Canterbury from foreign incursion. It also symbolised the wealth and importance of the city.

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2.61 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.18 km

1.03 km

318 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

1.62 km

907 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Monday 25 May

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Canterbury City Centre – Westgate Towers loop from Canterbury West

Great Stour at the Old Weavers' House

Library of Canterbury

Tiny Theatre

St. Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Church

Burgate Street

Canterbury City Centre

The Lady Luck

Westgate Towers

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