Top 10 Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in Canterbury, England

October 13, 2021 Nobuko Falco

Canterbury (/ˈkæntərbri/ ( listen), /-bəri/, or /-bɛri/) is a historic English cathedral city and UNESCO World Heritage Site, which lies at the heart of the City of Canterbury, a local government district of Kent, England. It lies on the River Stour.
Restaurants in Canterbury

3 Palace Street, Canterbury CT1 2DY England +44 1227 639086 http://lilfordgallery.com/
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5.0 based on 22 reviews

Lilford Gallery

Reviewed By futtock21 - London, United Kingdom

Lilford Gallery has a branch and a framers in Folkestone but its Canterbury gallery is the heart of its business. And a more eclectic range of modern art would be difficult to imagine with the odd David Hockney and Peter Blake print, contemporary sculpture, urban grime smut and filth, Damien Hirst spots, Anita Klein self-indulgences, drawings by the late punkster Ian Dury, even the occasional Salvador Dali lithograph. It’s spread over two floors both feeling like something of a stage set. All that’s missing is a grand piano and a nightly cabaret show.

2. Fudge Kitchen

16 Sun Street, Canterbury CT1 2HX England +44 1227 479399 http://www.fudgekitchen.co.uk/en/shops/canterbury-fudge-kitchen-shop
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5.0 based on 75 reviews

Fudge Kitchen

Watch fresh whipping cream fudge made in store to an authentic 1800's recipe using original hand craft methods and try a free sample hot off the marble slab. Vegetarian and dairy intolerant/vegan friendly flavours available.

Reviewed By SuzanneNorwich - Norwich, United Kingdom

This is the best fudge I have ever eaten! Soft and gooey inside. I bought the salted caramel - amazing. The owners are very friendly and give great recommendations of flavours. Wish I lived closer!

3. Canterbury Baking School

22 The Ness Orchard House, Canterbury CT1 3NL England +44 7983 853526 [email protected] http://www.canterburybakingschool.com/
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5.0 based on 58 reviews

Canterbury Baking School

Learn how to bake at our friendly workshops in the heart of historic Canterbury, Kent Our motto is "100% Bread" - we only ever use a 100% of the grain and never use additives. Our aim is to teach you how to bake, learn skills, gain confidence and leave with a good understanding of the health benefits of using all natural and fresh ingredients. We cater for all levels of experience on our workshops; from absolute beginners to masterchefs in the making. You'll find our courses informative, relaxed and friendly - but above all, we hope you'll find them fun!

Reviewed By LondonScotsgirl

My husband and I attended a one day bread making class last week. We thoroughly enjoyed the relaxed, informal class which was informative and fun. Victoria is a friendly and knowledgable teacher and is very keen to share her expertise in all aspects of bread making.

4. The Thomas Tallis Alehouse

48 Northgate, Canterbury CT1 1BE England +44 1227 000000 [email protected] http://www.thethomastallisalehouse.co.uk/
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5.0 based on 120 reviews

The Thomas Tallis Alehouse

We are an Alehouse selling upto 30 local and overseas craft beers in cask, keykeg, bottle and can with Gins, wines, ciders and prosecco also available. We operate a talk to the person next to you policy as we are a music, jukebox, tv, fruit machine, and mobile free zone.

Reviewed By humpty258 - Isle of Sheppey, United Kingdom

Great ale house offering cask, craft keg and cider in the most wonderful building, each room is vey cottagey, with exposed beams and traditional furnishings. Service is great and all staff very friendly. Great pub ????

5. Canterbury Jewellers and Pawnbrokers

56 St. Peters Street, Canterbury CT1 2BE England +44 1227 458933 [email protected] http://www.thepawnbrokers.co.uk/
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5.0 based on 44 reviews

Canterbury Jewellers and Pawnbrokers

Situated in the heart of Canterbury we are a friendly family run business and have been an established pawnbrokers for over twenty years. Our staff are professional in all aspects of thier work, approachable and most importantly discreet because your business is our business but nobody else's. Pre-owned watches and jewellery are our speciality.

Reviewed By 1971-adrianw

Kim and her team were amazing, professional , yet friendly and kind. Their knowledge of jewelry is unbeatable, I can recommend using their service 100%. I was pleased to find out that Kim will be offering an outreach service, which I will be using. This will also be great news for those with mobility issues who can't access the community :)

6. Escape Kent

Unit 1 Simmonds Road, Canterbury CT1 3RA England +44 1227 507450 [email protected] https://www.escapekent.com/
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Escape Kent

Escape Kent is an exhilarating live escape game situated in the heart of Canterbury. Locked in a room with the rest of your team you have an hour to decipher the challenges and puzzles to make your escape. We have a variety of fully immersive and challenging games designed to test your skill and logic ability, can you work as a team and find your way to victory?

Reviewed By N1038HRjayneb

We've just spent an amazing evening in the company of the 'Butcher' - we completed the experience with just 41 seconds to spare and without giving anything away I'm so glad we made it!!! Our host Jay was great to have around very informative as this was our first time - but trust me this will not be our last great fun and a great birthday present for our son, looking forward to many more chances to 'Escape Kent', thanks guys....

7. Escape In The Towers

1 Pound Lane (Entrance is via The Pound Bar & Kitchen), Canterbury CT1 2BZ England +44 1227 458629 [email protected] http://www.onepoundlane.co.uk/escape
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5.0 based on 319 reviews

Escape In The Towers

Escape In The Towers is set within England’s largest surviving Medieval gateway built in 1380 and Canterbury’s atmospheric former city gaol built in 1830, providing a one of a kind setting for your escape adventure! We have 3 rooms to enjoy which include The Crime & Punishment Lab, The Comms Room and Magna Carta Murder. Enjoy free entry to the adjoining Westgate Towers Museum & Viewpoint with your ticket and a 10% discount on food & drink in The Pound Bar & Kitchen on the ground floor!

Reviewed By LorraineM87 - Gillingham, United Kingdom

Booked a group of 5 for this experience, this is a one room event so will not take anymore than 5 people. It’s a 60 minute experience & the time goes really swiftly, atmospheric & great fun, plenty of different clues along the way to keep the brain matter working. Will be back to do the other experiences, good value for money.

8. Houdini's Magic Bar

6 St. Peters Street, Canterbury CT1 2AT England +44 1227 452233 [email protected] http://www.facebook.com/houdinismagicbarcanterbury/
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Houdini's Magic Bar

Houdini’s Magic Bar a place out of the ordinary! A little bit quirky and a lot Magical! Every evening you are invited to join us, settle in and experience Miracles of Magic whilst enjoying great drinks and great company. See shows, close up and exclusive performances by our Resident Magician’s, many of whom are members of the prestigious Black Card Club and Magic Circle. Houdini’s Magic Bar first opened in the Dickensian town of Broadstairs in 2016. It is a warm and welcoming place to come and enjoy fine refreshments and is home to some of Kent’s finest Magicians. We are proud to have won Newcomer of the Year 2017 in the Kent Life Food and Drink Awards. Houdini’s now has a second bar in Canterbury, both Magic Bars celebrate all that is Magic and the interiors lend themselves to a whole manner of Magic curiosities. All of customers are welcomed to while away the hours with us in a bar like no other! Come in for a catch up, a great drink and enjoy live Magic.

Reviewed By 637zaras

Keiran and Caitlin were so great ! We were the first ones in the bar and they sat at ur table and did their own magic show for us ! They even recommended some great cocktails - such a good time will definitely be back!✨

9. Walrus & Oyster Emporium

47A Burgate, Canterbury CT1 2HW England https://www.facebook.com/Walrusandoyster/
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5.0 based on 73 reviews

Walrus & Oyster Emporium

Reviewed By johndW5341EB

Fantastic and unique little shop full of amazing and unique gifts and treasure from local artists, . Would definitely recommend a vist. Staff also really friendly.

10. Canterbury Cathedral

11 The Precincts, Canterbury CT1 2EH England +44 1227 762862 [email protected] http://www.canterbury-cathedral.org/
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4.5 based on 6,899 reviews

Canterbury Cathedral

The first Church of England, this historic gothic-style cathedral dates back to 597, which served as a rich and powerful monastery of Benedictine monks in the 12th century.

Reviewed By ianhB1787OH - Mount Maunganui, New Zealand

Visited to explore the grounds and the interior, booked one of the local guides to take us on tour and this added such a nice insight into the history and fabric of the magnificent building. 100% enjoyable and well worth the charge, its a must for anyone visiting this part of the UK.

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