Members' Week:

Rivals or Allies? Canterbury Cathedral and St Augustine's Abbey Talk

DATE

Mon 25 May 2026 

TIME

11am - 12.15pm

LOCATION

St Augustine's Abbey 

SUITABLE FOR

Everyone

What does history tell us about whether competition or cooperation was dominant between Canterbury Cathedral and St Augustine’s Abbey?

Join this tour and explore the complex relationship between these two great institutions, uncovering moments of rivalry, partnership, and shared purpose that shaped Canterbury’s religious landscape.

This tour is graded as easy access as it is a walking tour around the site. Please wear suitable footwear and dress appropriately for the weather.

Bookings for this event open on this page on Monday 20 April.

Prices

Type Price
English Heritage members Free

How to book

Bookings for this event open on this page on Monday 20 April.

How to find us

Property: St Augustine's Abbey
Address: Longport, Canterbury, CT1 1PF
Location: Canterbury, Kent, South East

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