£10.00
Friday, October 24 · 11am - 1pm

Uncover the quirky, the symbolic, and the long-forgotten on this entertaining and enlightening tour through Canterbury’s central streets. Learn the strange origins of everyday expressions like “eavesdropping” and “beating the bounds.” Discover secret carvings, unusual street names (Turnagain Lane, anyone?), and overlooked architectural details that reveal clues to the city’s layered past , from Roman fragments to medieval curiosities.

This tour is perfect for those drawn to language, & storytelling. You'll never look at a drainpipe or doorway the same again.

Duration : 100 minutes

Distance : Approx. 1.5 miles

Group Size : Up to 15 people

Accessibility : Mostly flat, some uneven cobbles

Meeting Point : St George’s Clocktower, St George's St, Canterbury CT1 2LE

Cathedral? No - this tour does not enter Cathedral precincts

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