IN ASSOCIATION WITH
KENTSTAYCATION
48 Hours in CANTERBURY
BY OLIVIA RICCINI
THE VIBRANT AND HISTORIC CITY OF CANTERBURY HAS BEEN A PLACE PEOPLE HAVE BEEN DRAWN TO FOR HUNDREDS OF YEARS . FROM THE PILGRIMS OF CHAUCER ’ S CANTERBURY TALES VISITING THE SHRINE OF THOMAS BECKET TO MODERN DAY TOURISTS SEEKING OUT ITS RICH HISTORY AND VIVACIOUS CULTURE , THERE IS SOMETHING FOR EVERY VISITOR TO DISCOVER IN THIS INTRIGUING AND BEAUTIFUL LOCATION . CANTERBURY ’ S COLOURFUL PAST HAS EVOLVED AND RESULTED IN A CITY WHICH HAS COME ALIVE AND EMBRACED IN ITS OWN INDIVIDUAL CHARACTER , ITS PORTFOLIO BOASTING BEAUTIFUL RIVERSIDE PARKS , PICTURESQUE STREETS , WONDERFUL SHOPPING , AND A PLETHORA OF UNIQUE CAFÉS AND RESTAURANTS ; AS WELL AS ANCIENT ATTRACTIONS AND MAGNIFICENT ARCHITECTURE .
KITCH THE GOODS SHED
Day One
BREAKFAST Sitting in the perfect position for visitors to admire the imposing presence of the Westgate Towers , one of the last remaining entrances to this ancient walled city , Kitch ( www . kitchcafe . co . uk ) sits neatly on the High Street near the river , in one of Canterbury ’ s quaint old buildings complete with a steep and narrow staircase . On sunny days visitors can sit outside and watch the world go by , or sit upstairs or downstairs in this cosy yet bright and airy café which offers a delectable breakfast and brunch menu . With everything from a classic English breakfast to overnight oats available , the vast amount of choice will have something to suit whatever mood you wake up in .
MORNING Canterbury is known for its abundance of shops and visitors come from far and wide to treat themselves to a unique shopping experience in this city . Whether you are a fashion seeker looking to add to your wardrobe , or on a mission to find a unique gift or memento for someone special Whitefriars ( www . whitefriars . co . uk ) and The King ’ s Mile ( www . thekingsmile . org . uk ) will provide you a truly superior experience . The King ’ s Mile is nestled beneath the spires of the city ’ s ancient Cathedral and is a haven for anyone seeking the taste and feel of the real Canterbury . This ‘ independent quarter ’ includes a historic collection of streets that are lined with unique shops and traditional traders , offering everything from Fairtrade chocolate , cheese and fudge to handcrafted jewellery , arts , books and original clothing . For those seeking out a more fashion-based retail experience , Whitefriars houses an abundance of high street favourites , including bustling department store Fenwick ( www . fenwick . co . uk ) which is a must for treasureseeking shoppers .
LUNCH Keeping up with the shopping theme of the day , The Goods Shed ( www . thegoodsshed . co . uk ) will not only provide you with a bustling open farmer ’ s market to feast your senses upon , but also an award-winning restaurant which makes the perfect viewing platform to witness the hustle and bustle of this fabulous food metropolis . With a delicious menu consisting of dishes made up of local and seasonal produce , as well as English wines sourced from local vineyards , you can purchase any treats that have you salivating for more at the inhouse butchers , fishmongers , veg stall , bakery , cheesemongers , charcuterie or wine store . The compact and carefully crafted menu changes regularly , using the best local ingredients the market has to offer . Slowproved loaves are drawn from the ovens in the bakery throughout the day and meat is freshly prepared in the butchery to be cooked in the open kitchen or outside on the grill .
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