Small-Group City Running Tour in Canterbury: Discover Stories and Secrets of a Historical City

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…
What's 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…

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.

Customer Ratings
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Alangv6413gl
Jul 15, 2026
Excellent tour - Very interesting and informative tour. Andy is an excellent guide with a wealth of knowledge about the city. As a slower runner he kept the pace very manageable. Highly recommended
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Elinorf453
Jul 8, 2026
Nice way to learn about the city - We had a really good time running 10k in Canterbury city with Andy! Very interesting and Andy is very friendly and funny. Would recommend!
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K8950zomaryc
Apr 27, 2026
Brilliant Tour! - Brilliant tour, very good knowledge of the area. Asked if the pace was okay throughout and it was great. An excellent way to see the city!
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O7096rral
Apr 19, 2026
Sunday city discovery - Lovely start to a sunny Sunday. Andy's story telling was well balanced - I discovered new places and people, without getting overwhelmed by too many dates and details. The running pace was just right. I would definitely recommend to both regular and ocassional runners.
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Kent23366
Mar 22, 2026
A perfect way to see the city - Although able to run 5km in 30 mins, I worried this tour would be a challenge rather than a pleasant informative jog around the city. I should not have worried. Andy's interesting, informative and fun tour was thoughtfully and appropriately gauged for my ability and was a very gentle jog. It is a perfect way of seeing the main places of historical note in Canterbury plus a few lesser known spots.
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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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From $28
up to 5 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).