Canterbury Cathedral
Heritage Open Days
Between 11 - 20 September
Every September, thousands of volunteers across England organise events to celebrate the country’s fantastic history and culture. It’s your chance to see hidden places and try out new experiences – all of which are FREE to explore.
The following events are all free to attend, but pre-booking is required, as spaces are limited.
Please note, all tours may include walking on uneven surfaces, with low light levels at times. Please wear sensible footwear.
Heritage Open Days
FREE ‘Lives of the Monks’ Guided Tour
Friday 18 September, 11:00
Sunday 20 September, 14:00
Discover the fascinating lives of the Benedictine monks who lived on site at Canterbury Cathedral during the middle ages.
Explore the monastic ruins and discover the everyday lives of the monks who looked after the Cathedral.
Pre-booking required.
Please note, the tour takes place outside or in the Cloisters, which is wheelchair accessible but parts of the grounds are a little uneven.
Heritage Open Days
FREE 'Cathedral Gardens Through History' Exhibition
Friday 18 September, 11:00, 12:00, 13:00 & 14:00
Discover an exhibition held in Canterbury Cathedral's Archives reflecting the history of gardening in Britain and how the gardens on the site were tended to through the ages.
Pre-booking required.
Access to the Archives for wheelchair users is via a lift on the north side of the Precincts and along the Water Tower corridor. Please note, no dogs are not permitted in the Archives and Library building.
Heritage Open Days
FREE 'Monastic Gardens' Tour
Friday 11 September, 12:30
Monday 14 September, 12:30
Thursday 17 September, 12:30
Discover the history of the gardens at Canterbury Cathedral on a tour focusing on the Herb Garden, Water Tower Garden and Memorial Garden.
There is level access along all of this tour, but please note and take care on uneven stone cobbles and grass.
