Public Events at Canterbury Cathedral

Canterbury War Horse

Over eight-million horses died during the First World War, of which many travelled through Kent on their way to the continent. read more...

St Thomas Becket in the Cathedral’s Collections: Tour, Talk, and Afternoon Tea

Celebrating the the 800th Anniversary of the martyrdom of St Thomas Becket and the 800th Anniversary of Becket’s shrine we take a behind-the-scenes tour of the Cathedral Archives and Library. read more...

The History of the Book told from the Cathedral’s Collections

A perfect afternoon for all book-lovers! Enjoy a special visit to Canterbury Cathedral’s Archives and Library to see some highlights of the book collections, from medieval to modern. This will be followed by a fascinating illustrated talk by Dr David Shaw*, book historian. Afterwards you will enjoy a Full Afternoon Tea in the Refectory Restaurant. read more...

Canterbury Charters and the Cult of Thomas Becket: 1150-1300

William Urry Lecture for the Canterbury Historical Society. Lecture by Canterbury Cathedral’s Head of Archives, Cressida Williams, and Mary Berg held in the Newton Lecture Theatre at Canterbury Christ Church University. Free to Canterbury Historical and Archaeological Society members; £3 for non-members. No need to book. read more...

Festive Lunches and Christmas Parties 2021

Looking for an exceptional Christmas Lunch or Christmas Party Night in Canterbury? Then look no further. Within the inspirational grounds of Canterbury Cathedral, the Cathedral Lodge offers superb first class banqueting facilities and is in the ideal location to celebrate Christmas. read more...

New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner and Dance

We cannot think of a more spectacular back drop to seeing in the New Year in Canterbury. Enjoy a glass of Prosecco and canapés on arrival, a 5-course gala dinner, DJ and dancing with live band, followed by a glass of Prosecco and a Scottish Piper at midnight. This event is strictly black tie and adults only. read more...