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SPRING SPOTLIGHT ON CANTERBUR 013Y CANTERBURY CASTLE
Aside from the city’s dramatic walls, Canterbury Castle is regarded as one of the most striking landmarks of the area’s defences. Dating between the 11th and 12th centuries it became a county prison and like many fortifi cations has undergone something of a chequered history. It was attacked during the Peasants’ Revolt of 1380 and later passed into private hands. It went on to become a coke fuel store, before fi nally being bought by Canterbury City Council as a heritage monument in 1928. Until recently, it was still possible to wander the site, but access has now been restricted for safety reasons.
For more information, visit
canterbury-archaeology.org.uk
THE FRIARS
With Canterbury’s ancient Roman roots, the area is a potential treasure trove of antiquity that will only continue to throw up more amazing sites as fresh archeological activity uncovers gems dating from 2,000 years ago.
If you were to visit the area of what is now
the street known as The Friars back under Roman occupation, you would have seen a particularly notable town house. Specialist teams excavated the site in 2010, though much of the surrounding area was marshland near the River Stour in ancient times. Today, the multi-million revamp of The Marlowe
Theatre attracts some of the fi nest names of stage and screen, with visitors attending from across the region and further afi eld for shows during the Canterbury Festival.
KING’S BRIDGE
The King’s Bridge in Canterbury is among the city’s most scenic central spots, originally taking its name from the King’s mill. It is notable for its nearby buildings, including ‘The Weavers’ and Eastbridge Hospital, with the stretch of water proving a particular draw for tourists.
The location has become
renowned for the city’s highly popular water tours, which
started up again last month, and are an ideal way to see the city. It’s a tradition dating back to the 1930’s, and has seen some stiff competition over the years between rival tour operators keen to make their mark. With friendly, knowledgeable
guides, it’s possible to learn a huge amount about the history of the area in less than an hour, and tours are well recommended for both residents and tourists to the county.
© Karen Roe
© Hyougushi
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