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Small-Group City Running Tour in Canterbury: Discover Stories and Secrets of a Historical City
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35 Ratings
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Join our small-group city running tour in Canterbury and uncover the secrets and stories of this historical city. Suitable for all levels of runners. Book now!
Join our small-group city running tour in Canterbury and uncover the secrets and stories of this historical city. Suitable for all levels of runners. Book now!
Duration:
1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Canterbury Cathedral - The city tour begins and concludes outside the cathedral. The guide will provide a comprehensive understanding of the cathedral’s significance in the city’s history, its dramatic past, and its current role.
- Canterbury City Walls - Walking along the city walls, you traverse 2,000 years of history. Discover how these…
- Canterbury Cathedral - The city tour begins and concludes outside the cathedral. The guide will provide a comprehensive understanding of the cathedral’s significance in the city’s history, its dramatic past, and its current role.
- Canterbury City Walls - Walking along the city walls, you traverse 2,000 years of history. Discover how these walls evolved from basic Roman defenses to the robust stone structures seen today.
- Dane John Gardens - The tour’s highest point is Dane John Mound, a mysterious hill in the city’s central park. From here, enjoy a panoramic view of the city, appreciating its scale and beauty.
- Franciscan Gardens - Explore some of the monastery buildings, established in 1267, which are among the city’s most picturesque locations.
- Westgate Gardens - Just beyond the city walls lie the beautiful Westgate Gardens. Here, the tour crosses the River Stour and pauses by the ancient Baobab plane tree, which is 200 years old and holds a fascinating secret.
- Westgate Towers Museum & Viewpoint - As the main entrance to the city, this medieval tower and gatehouse stands at an impressive 18 meters and is the oldest surviving tower in Britain. Built in 1378, the guide will reveal some of its secrets and explain how it was the first sight for many visitors arriving in the city.
- The Marlowe Theatre - Discover the various statues and sculptures surrounding the theatre and their connection to one of Canterbury’s most renowned figures, Christopher Marlowe.
What's Included
- Digital group photos included
- Animated route video included
- Digital group photos included
- Animated route video included
Additional Information
Experience the rich history of Canterbury and its picturesque countryside as you explore the city’s most stunning and renowned landmarks. Uncover the city’s hidden gems and tales on a distinctive sight-running adventure.
Participants will jog along the ancient city walls, reaching all four corners of the city while delving into centuries of history. In…
Experience the rich history of Canterbury and its picturesque countryside as you explore the city’s most stunning and renowned landmarks. Uncover the city’s hidden gems and tales on a distinctive sight-running adventure.
Participants will jog along the ancient city walls, reaching all four corners of the city while delving into centuries of history. In just one hour, you’ll explore and learn about Canterbury’s key historical and cultural sites, as well as uncovering some of the city’s many hidden secrets.
The guide is eager to answer any questions and is willing to take a detour to showcase something of interest to the group.
This tour is designed for runners of all skill levels, from novices to seasoned athletes. The pace will be adjusted to suit the group’s comfort, ensuring no one is left behind. With frequent stops, participants will likely find themselves running further and faster than during their usual runs.
Location
The Canterbury War Memorial
Sun Street
We'll meet outside the Cathedral entrance by the War Memorial on Butter Market, before running along the city walls to the four corners of the city and beyond.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Richardwi7526hr
Dec 16, 2025
It was a Fabulous way to start the day and learn about Canterbury - We were looking for a tour of Canterbury and came across this running tour with 5 star reviews. Must be good then we thought, let's give it a go.
So we booked it.
It was only then that we questioned the fact that neither myself or my partner had run in years and both being over 50 the joints didn't move as smoothly as they used to.
But it was booked and we were committed.
The morning of the run arrived and we were up bright and early and waiting by the war memorial for our guide. It was cold and dark and we were both thinking why did we book this, we could still be in bedight now. Regret was starting to slip in.
Then out of the darkness was a lone figure running along the cobbles to meet us. Andy, our guide had arrived with a big smile and bags of enthusiasm. Immediately any doubts faded as he put us at ease regarding the pace of the run and running experience.
We were then off, zigzagging all over Canterbury and learning loads about the place in the process.
Andy would check throughout the run if the pace was okay and he was a joy to run with. It was like running with a mate.
We stopped for photos and it never felt rushed, in fact the run took longer than we expected but neither myself or my partner noticed the time pass.
At the end Andy sent us a short video of the run with photos, a lovely touch.
This was one of the best things we did in Canterbury and we 100% recommend it.
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A7168nxlauray
Dec 15, 2025
Fab experience! - Our annual run tour with Andy. As always informative, funny and interesting! We always look forward to these and have it as a staple in our social calendar! Thanks Andy!!
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280samif
Dec 15, 2025
RTC jeffing tour - Really enjoyable tour. I learnt so much about a city I grew up in. The tour pace met my jeffing pace. Would recommend to others z
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Phildr182em
Nov 1, 2025
Fun run with history in Canterbury. - Really great tour of Canterbury. Andy is a real source of knowledge both of the bigger events and the small things you usually just walk past without noticing. Great fun and would definitely recommend.
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Ankara354
Jul 10, 2025
A delightful tour - Andy is a gifted and engaging story teller. I had a wonderful morning learning the history of Canterbury and seeing the sights. I strongly recommend this delightful tour! Thanks so much, Andy!
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Marysp3606ca
May 26, 2025
Custom Group Running Tour - Andy made a custom run both in the city and on the trails for our hen weekend in Canterbury. We all really enjoyed it and it was clear that he had thought about what we would find interesting and was accommodating to our pace. We certainly saw some sites that we wouldn't have seen by ourselves. Being able to run between locations also meant that we were able to see more than a standard walking tour. Highly recommended!
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Backpacker308957
May 26, 2025
Do it - you wont regret it! - Went on the 10k Running Tour of Canterbury with friends to celebrate a forthcoming wedding. Andy, our guide, was punctual in 'collecting' us and off we went! He had planned the tour well and the tour of Canterbury itself was brilliant, stopping at places of interest and regaling us with his historical knowledge which made for a fascinating tour. He even took us outside the city as we like a trail run too. His knowledge was exceptional and always interesting and he was happy to answer any questions we had along the way. We never felt rushed. He paced the tour perfectly for the group to keep us together. He even extended the 10k slightly and we were well over 2 hours as there was so much to see! I would highly recommend this tour and Andy in particular and if we are back in the city then he will definitely get another call!
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363darrenk
May 6, 2025
Fantastic info about the city. - Brilliant run through Canterbury, I thought I had a bit of local knowledge, but this chap is fantastic & speaks with real passion about the city. Andy ran at my (slow) pace for me and pointed out & discussed so many things that I walk passed everyday without noticing. When I get a bit fitter, I'll be joining in the 10K trip.
Highly recommend going along to this weather your local or visiting.
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663aleas
Mar 25, 2025
Awesome 5km running tour - The best city tour I’ve ever been on! Such a unique idea and a fun way to explore. Andy was so knowledgeable and knew so much history. He was also able to accommodate a different start time as I was unable to make the 7am time. I messaged him a week prior on Instagram and he was quick to reply with alternate times. Super recommend for anyone wanting to explore the area!
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793alunp
Nov 25, 2024
Scenic run round the city of Canterbury - Had a great time running the sites and getting an incite in to Canterbury. Ran at a pace to suit and Andy was great company as well as very knowledgeable. Would thoroughly recommend this run
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