Others say it’s a compression of ministerium, meaning craft, a reference to the fact that the casts were formed by members of their respective trades.

I like coming here on my work breaks to just sit among the flowers and watch the river and wildlife in the sunshine. Canterbury Streets will surely delight all those who know the area as it was and those who live in the city today. Majority of the funding will be targeted towards preventing violence against women and girls, sexual harassment and misconduct, cracking down on anti-social behaviour and preventing robbery and will be used to propose suitable sustainability plans for interventions and to tackle perpetrators. In its architecture, as in its position in the Anglican hierarchy, it is second to none, no disrespect to the later and more unified majesty of St Paul’s.

It started to become redundant back in the 13th century, with the establishment of the even mightier defences down the road in Dover. Even though it is a must to visit, it can be a bit tricky to find the entrance as there are no clear signs towards it. This place is popular among local so I would advise you to book in advance which we should have done it. Activities for children and lots of things for adults to look at too - Outfits to try on, shields and swords to brandish. The Old Weavers House is a popular riverside pub in Canterbury with delicious homemade pies and traditional roast dinners.

According the text on the walls the Buttermarket was connected via tunnels to Cathedral (escape route). The attraction features animatronic tableaux that bring the sights, smells and sounds of 14th century Kent and Canterbury to life. From the moment you set foot on the grounds, you are transported to another time and place, surrounded by stunning Gothic architecture and steeped in the rich cultural and religious history of England.The book clerk also said they were considered by location scouts to be included in one of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter films, but sadly didn’t get approval. This beautiful garden near the city centre and fort is a true haven for nature lovers and families seeking a tranquil outing. They were all really helpful and had a good knowledge of the area and what restaurants would be the best for our anniversary meal. The 103 third parties who use cookies on this service do so for their purposes of displaying and measuring personalized ads, generating audience insights, and developing and improving products. On reaching the hotel we were met by a lovely receptionist who talked us through everything we needed to know about the hotel and restaurants.

What you see now has remained after many conflicts the last being bombed by the Germans in the Second World War.The chicken and bacon pie was very hot but after cutting it up and it cooled it was enjoyed and nothing was left. Understandably upstaged through the centuries by its ecclesiastical rival in the centre of town, the castle is nonetheless a daunting thug of a thing, even in its dotage. it takes you thru the history of the place quite interestingly, even kids would luv listening to it like a story. The Greyfriars Lodge 6 Stour St (next to the Abode Hotel car park) and go into the entrance next to the lodge.

Just for me the foyer always feels quite cramped and traffic of visitors doesn't flow very well, especially with the queue for the ladies. Home to The Goods Shed farmers market and restaurant, visitors can indulge their tastebuds in a quarter that boasts highly regarded restaurants, cocktail bars and historic real ale pubs. Brilliant museum, lots of exhibitions, I enjoyed the Smallfilms gallery that housed the actual puppets for Bagpuss, The Clangers, Noggin the Nog. The Canterbury Safety Partnership, part of the Government's Safer Streets 4 funding, aims to connect local services, charities, businesses and higher education providers to ensure we are connected and efficiently working together. Quick note, there are no toilets in the Cathedral but they have a very clean washroom in separate building just 3 minutes from the entrance.Professor Rama Thirunamachandran Vice-Chancellor and Principal, commented on the project: “Our University is interconnected with the wider communities around us and we know the value of working in partnership with the local community,” he said.