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SEASONAL TOUR
‘Climb the Corona’ Tour
Dates in May & June
The Corona Chapel was built in the 12th century to house the crown - ‘corona’ in Latin - of St Thomas Becket’s skull, which had been sliced off during his murder and was revered as a saintly relic.
Explore the chapel, usually closed to the public, giving you the opportunity to explore the tombs of Cardinal Reginald Pole and Archbishop Temple, and view the wonderful stained glass windows in more detail, before climbing the 95 steps to the top of the Corona Tower itself and experience amazing views across the city in all directions.
This tour offers a unique opportunity to see the city of Canterbury differently - as well as some hidden stone carvings atop the tower.
Dates:
- Wednesdays 7, 14, 21 & 28 May, 14:15-15:15
- Fridays 9, 16, 23 & 30 May, 14:15-15:15
- Fridays 6, 13, 20 & 27 June, 14:15-15:15
- Wednesdays 11, 18 & 25 June, 14:15-15:15
£12 per person. Cathedral admission not included.
This is a popular tour; pre-booking advised to avoid disappointment.
Please read full tour information and restrictions below before booking.
You will be required to sign a disclaimer on the day, to confirm you have understood and will abide by these restrictions.
Please note, this tour is weather dependent. In the event of cancellation due to bad weather, tickets may be exchanged for an alternate date.
'Climb the Corona' Tour
Tour Restrictions
Please note, you will be required to sign a disclaimer, to confirm you have understood and abide by these restrictions.
There are 95 steps up and down the Corona Tower.
Sensible shoes should be worn with enclosed toes.
Those taking the tour must be aged 16+ and be comfortable climbing 99 steps. Children 16-18 should be accompanied by an adult with the ratio of one adult to two children.
The tour is not suitable for those with a fear of heights or enclosed spaces.
If you have any health conditions which may affect your ability to climb or are in late pregnancy, we recommend that you consult your doctor before booking. These conditions could be but are not limited to: Angina, palpitations or heart conditions such as a narrowed heart valve, high blood pressure / poorly controlled blood pressure, respiratory conditions such as asthma, back, joint or limb pain or injury, arthritis, Labyrinthitis and Ménière's disease, Vertigo, major surgery in the last 6 months, a fit or seizure in the last 6 months.
Please bring any essential medication with you (for example, asthma inhalers, diabetic medication etc.).
Both hands must be free to participate in the climb and large bags are not permitted on the tour.
This tour is not suitable for under 16s, and babies cannot be carried on the tour.
Any visitor under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or any other substance which could impair judgement, co-ordination, and cause risk to yourself, and others will not be admitted to the tour.
Please note, this tour is weather dependent. In the event of severely inclement weather or high wind, we reserve the right to cancel the tour; tickets may be exchanged for an alternate date.
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