Canterbury Cathedral announces 'UNESCO Sites: Foundations of Faith' tours for the summer of 2025

March 14th 2025

Canterbury Cathedral has announced the launch of special "Foundation of Faith" tours this summer, covering all aspects of the Canterbury Cathedral, St Augustine's Abbey, and St Martin's Church UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The unique fully-guided tours will enable visitors to discover more about the introduction of Roman Christianity to Britain as they are taken through the heartland of historic Canterbury.

Participants will visit St Martin’s church, the oldest church in the English-speaking world, explore the remains of St Augustine’s Abbey, resting place of St Augustine and the first Archbishops of Canterbury, and experience the beauty of Canterbury Cathedral, Mother Church of the Church of England.

Together, these three historic places form Canterbury’s UNESCO World Heritage Site which gained UNESCO listing in 1988 – a must-visit destination.

Available on selected dates in July and August, the days will include a guided tour at every site and sandwich lunch in the picturesque gardens overlooking Canterbury Cathedral.

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