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Canterbury Today the Cathedral is still very much a working, living and The Quire and community, where Services, sung by our world-renowned , The Quire was re-built and extended in the 12th century after has a tradition of visitor take place every day and where stonemasons and a disastrous fire destroyed the earlier structure. It housed conservators continue the tradition of restoring old and adding new. welcome that reaches ’s shrine until it was demolished and removed For many millions of Anglicans all over the world the Cathedral is back to the days of during the by order of Henry VIII. Beautiful their and the place where the of stained glass windows illustrate miracles and stories medieval . celebrates and presides over ceremonial Services. associated with St Thomas. To all visitors we extend World Heritage Site The , St Augustine’s and St Martin’s a warm welcome and The Crypt is the oldest part of the Cathedral and the largest of Church make up Canterbury’s World Heritage Site. St its period in the country. It dates back to the and hope that they will enjoy Martin’s Church, the building in which Augustine is Romanesque in . Many of its details survive intact, sharing with us the of one of the and his followers first worshipped, is the oldest including traces of contemporary wall painting in St Gabriel’s working church in . The ruins of great holy places of . Chapel and an array of carved capitals and decorated columns. St Augustine’s Abbey include the remains of the The Cathedral and its history where his monks lived and worshipped The Martyrdom and where Kentish Kings and the first Canterbury’s role as one of the St Augustine, sent by Gregory the Great, arrived in 597 were buried. world’s most important pilgrimage AD as a missionary and became the first Archbishop, centres is inextricably linked with establishing his seat (or ‘’) in Canterbury. In 1170 The Precincts the martyrdom of its most famous Archbishop Thomas Becket was murdered in the Cathedral The Cathedral is set within its own walled Precincts and surrounded Archbishop, Thomas Becket, in and ever since, the Cathedral has attracted thousands of by medieval buildings and ruins. Each building has its own story to 1170. When, after a long lasting pilgrims, as told most famously in ’s tell - from the Water Tower, a Romanesque gem once the centre of dispute, King Henry II is said to Canterbury Tales. the monastic water supply, to the monastery’s Granary, Bakery and have exclaimed ‘Who will rid me of Brewery now part of King’s School. The House, the largest this turbulent priest?’ four knights of its kind in England, with its lofty oak roof and noble seat for the set off for Canterbury and , still stands as a tribute to the monks who assembled here daily murdered Thomas in his own to discuss the Cathedral’s business and who made the Cathedral Cathedral. A sword stroke was so violent that it sliced the crown into one of the most important churches in the world. off his skull and shattered the blade’s tip on the pavement. The The murder took place in what is now known as The Martyrdom. One of the most magnificent surviving examples of English Two years later Thomas was made a . the present Nave was built in the 14th century, taking 28 years to complete and replacing a much smaller Romanesque Nave. Its tall columns rise up to meet in delicate vaulted arches and gilt roof bosses.

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Een warm welkom Al sinds de middeleeuwen biedt de kathedraal van How to get to Canterbury Cathedral Canterbury een warm welkom aan haar bezoekers. Wij hopen ook u te mogen verwelkomen en Canterbury is within easy reach of , the Channel wensen u een aangenaam bezoek. ports and Ashford International/Ebbsfleet stations (Eurostar). De kathedraal en haar geschiedenis De kathedraal van Canterbury is de moederkerk van de Anglikaanse By road Canterbury is easily accessible from both the M2 Gemeenschap sinds de komst van Augustinus in 597 AD. Augustinus werd and M20 motorways. Follow signs to the A2 or Canterbury. gezonden door Paus Gregorius de Grote om hier zijn zetel (‘cathedra’) te Once in the , follow the tourist information signs for car vestigen en de eerste Aartsbisschop te worden. In 1170 werd parks or Cathedral. Aartsbisschop Thomas Becket in de kathedraal vermoord en sindsdien heeft de kathedraal duizenden pelgrims aangetrokken. Why not take the hassle out of travelling, and visit by train or De kathedraal staat bekend om haar prachtige glas-in-lood ramen die coach? EXPLORE dateren uit de 12e en 13e eeuw en die wonderen, koninklijke connecties en bijbel verhalen beschrijven. De Crypte, romaans van stijl, dateert uit de 11e By rail Southeastern run regular eeuw, het Koor uit de 12e eeuw en het Schip uit de 14e eeuw. services direct from London Victoria, DISCOVER Herzlich Willkommen! , Charing Cross, Waterloo East and Seit den Tagen der mittelalterlichen Pilgerfahrten ist to Canterbury East or West Stations. Ask for the great CHERISH es Tradition der Kathedrale von Canterbury, ihre value Canterbury Passport which includes rail travel and Besucher willkommen zu heißen. Alle unsere entrance to four Canterbury attractions. The Cathedral is Besucher begrüßen wir herzlich, und hoffen, dass within easy walking distance from both stations. sie ihren Besuch genießen. By coach National Express run coach services throughout Die Kathedrale und ihre Geschichte the day between London Victoria and Canterbury. Several Die Kathedrale von Canterbury ist die Mutterkirche der Anglikanischen tour operators operate a daily service to Canterbury with Kirche, seit Augustin, der von Papst Gregor dem Großen gesandt wurde, collection from many London hotels. hier im Jahre 597 seinen Sitz (oder “Cathedra”) etablierte, und der erste Erzbischof wurde. Im Jahre 1170 wurde Erzbischof Thomas Becket in der Kathedrale ermordet. Seit dieser Zeit hat die Kathedrale tausende von Pilgern angezogen. DARTFORD NORTH SEA Besonders beachtenswert sind die schönen Farbglasfenster, die LONDON ROCHESTER großenteils aus dem 12. und 13. Jahrhundert stammen. Sie stellen

Wunderheilungen und Bibelgeschichten dar, und illustrieren Verbindungen CANTERBURY zum Königshaus. Die romanische Krypta stammt aus dem 11. Jahrhundert, DOVER der Chor aus dem 12. und das Kirchenschiff aus dem 14. Jahrhundert. ASHFORD DUNKERQUE

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depuis le temps des pèlerinages médiévaux. Nous Le Touquet Locate in Kent vous souhaitons à tous la bienvenue ainsi qu’une CHANNEL © bonne visite. Nord-Pas de Calais Source: La Cathédrale et son histoire La Cathédrale de Canterbury est la Mère Eglise de la religion anglicane VISITOR WELCOME depuis qu’Augustin, envoyé par le Pape Grégory le Grand, est arrivé en 597 pour y établir son Siège (‘Cathedra’) et devenir le premier archevêque de Canterbury. “HUMANITY WAS NEVER SO HAPPILY INSPIRED En 1170, l’archevêque Thomas Becket fut assassiné dans la Cathédrale et Cathedral Offices (open Mon-Fri 09.00-17.00 hrs): AS WHEN IT MADE A CATHEDRAL” depuis ce jour, celle-ci attire des milliers des pèlerins. Cathedral House, 11 The Precincts, Canterbury CT1 2EH La Cathédrale est réputée pour ses magnifiques vitraux datant du 12ème et Tel: +44 (0) 1227 762862 Fax: +44 (0) 1227 865222/250 13ème siècle qui représentent des miracles, des évènements royaux et Robert Louis Stevenson, bibliques. La Crypte romane remonte au 11ème siècle, le Chœur est du Website: www.canterbury-cathedral.org 1850-1894 12ème et la Nef du 14ème. E-mail: [email protected] Photographs: Cathedral Enterprises Ltd, D Levet, Canterbury City Council WORSHIP PILGRIMAGE LIVING HISTORY

GENERAL INFORMATION

Stained Glass Canterbury Cathedral Lodge There can be no doubt that one of We welcome many church and pilgrimage and Study Centre groups to the Cathedral and would be pleased the greatest glories of Canterbury This modern conference centre offers to discuss special requirements for Services or Cathedral is its stained glass, and some of the best conference facilities in guided . visitors from all over the world wonder the South East. Exclusive, private, at the craftsmanship that dates back to the days School Parties secure and flexible, with a dedicated of the murder of Thomas Becket. Indeed the The Schools Department, working within the professional team that can tailor collection of 12th and 13th century glass - National Curriculum, provides high calibre arrangements to suit your specific depicting miracles, royal connections and resources and support to visiting school groups requirements. From a 250 delegate meeting stories - is the finest in the country. and teachers from infant to secondary, enabling in the auditorium to an exclusive banquet for 200 in the Tombs them to interpret the building and enhance the quality of their visit. (600 years old), Facilities range from guided tours, themed trails and project work from a director’s meeting in the Canterbury Cathedral is rich in monuments and to a wide selection of specialised educational publications. library to a 5 day residential tombs of all periods, including those of conference, we can deliver. All and King Henry IV and his wife Joan of Navarre. Other important Facilities for the disabled meeting rooms overlook lawns or tombs and effigies include those of several Deans and These include toilets, ramps, wheelchairs, a touch and hearing gardens and most have views of Archbishops such as the colourful and extravagant tomb of system and a lift. Download our Access Statement or Facilities for the Cathedral, lending themselves Archbishop . Disabled leaflet from our website www.canterbury-cathedral.org or to motivational and inspirational ask staff. Assistance and/or full information is available on arrival team building. Perfect for from the Welcome Centre. conferences, business meetings and team building events, Facilities available Clergy availability we have flexible packages that can help you achieve the best Arrangements for advance bookings by groups are made with Chaplains are on duty in the Cathedral at certain times. Otherwise from all your delegates. the Visits Office (adults) and Schools Office (school parties). a priest is always available and any Cathedral official will help to www.canterburycathedrallodge.org Bookings for conference facilities, hospitality or accommodation locate him/her. are made with the Cathedral Lodge and Study Centre. The Cathedral Shop Accommodation Joint tickets A large range of guidebooks, publications, souvenirs and gifts to There is so much to see in Canterbury, you will need days to explore it all, so why not stay overnight in the grounds of the Save money and combine a visit to the Cathedral with other suit every pocket is available. The main shop is situated at the exit Cathedral itself? Canterbury attractions such as Visitor from the Precincts and there are several sale points in the Canterbury Cathedral Lodge offers first-class, modern Attraction, St Augustine’s Abbey and any of the four Canterbury Cathedral. A mail order service and catalogue are available. accommodation in the precincts with stunning Cathedral Museums. Visit the Canterbury Visitor Information Centre to buy www.cathedral-enterprises.co.uk views, only 2 minutes from the city centre, shops, your ‘Canterbury Passport’ or ask the Visits Office for special Concerts restaurants, bars and cafés. group rates for joint tickets. Various orchestral and choral concerts as well as occasional dramatic productions are held in the Cathedral throughout the year. www.canterburycathedrallodge.org Guided tours For information on conference centre facilities, For information on using the Cathedral as a venue, contact the Our guides are experts at making the Cathedral and its rich hospitality or accommodation, telephone +44 (0) 1227 Events Co-ordinator. history come to life and we strongly recommend that you book 865350 or email [email protected]. Tickets for concerts are normally available from Canterbury a tour for your group or join one of the general tours that take Booking procedure place throughout the day (Monday-Saturday). Bookings Ltd, tel. +44 (0) 1227 378188. • Telephone the Schools or Visits Office to check availability Guided tours in several languages as well as special tours of an Photography and Filming and opening times. The Cathedral is a working church and extended or specialised character can be arranged, starting Photography is permitted (except in the Crypt) – but for your access is restricted at times for Services and special events. any time between 09.00 and 15.30 hrs (Monday-Friday) and personal use only. Any commercial/stock library photography must • Complete and return the booking form together with a 10% 09.00 and 13.30 hrs (Saturday). There are no guided tours on be agreed in advance and is subject to a fee. Arrangements must deposit (UK groups only). Sunday. be made in advance through the Events Co-ordinator. • If you have booked a guided tour and numbers vary, confirm final numbers nearer the time. Only accredited Cathedral guides are permitted to conduct tours Archives/Library • Please telephone (Mon-Fri +44 (0)1227 762862, Sat/Sun in the Cathedral. The Archives and Library are open to the public for research by appointment, Monday-Thursday 09.00-17.00 hrs and on the first +44 (0)1227 865279) if the group is delayed. Guides are Behind-the-scenes tours and third Saturdays of the month 09.00-13.00 hrs. booked for specific tours and will wait for 15 minutes unless they know the group is delayed. Many visitors do not realise that behind-the-scenes some 250 Parking people still go about their daily business, preparing Services, • If we do not receive one full day’s notice of cancellation a Parking is not possible within the Precincts except for a very limited charge will be made. creating beautiful music, restoring the stained glass or provision for disabled drivers, by prior arrangement. conserving unique and rare books and documents, much as the • Please aim to arrive at Christ Church Gate at least monks did so many years ago. 10 minutes before the scheduled start of activities. Groups visiting the Cathedral can now experience these General Visiting Times fascinating aspects of Cathedral life. Special tailor-made packages can be arranged to visit the Cathedral’s priceless Weekdays Summer 09.00-17.30* hrs archives and rare books library, learn more about stained glass Winter 09.00-17.00* hrs conservation, view the beautiful church vestments, visit the The Crypt 10.00-17.00*/17.30* hrs organ-loft or observe the skills of stone masons. Please note The Cathedral is the essence of Canterbury, but the city is Sundays Throughout the year, including the Crypt that these facilities are very popular and limited to a certain multi-faceted, containing all the elements of a modern and 12.30-14.30* hrs number. vibrant cultural centre. Except for Services, there is a charge to enter the precincts. Restaurants, , nightclubs and live music venues Details of exemptions from the Visits Office. *Last entry 1/2 hr Alternatively you may like to book special tours or lectures on prior to closing time topics such as stained glass, architecture, music, or underpin the city’s endless appeal. Theatregoers have the monastic buildings. choice of the city centre’s renowned Marlowe Theatre or the Service Times Gulbenkian Theatre at the at Canterbury, Sundays while every October, the Canterbury Festival invigorates the Audiovisual Holy Communion 08.00 hrs A short film in several languages, lasting 15 minutes, provides city with music and arts rarely seen out of London. said 09.30 hrs an introduction to a visit (pre-booked groups only). The city is best explored on foot, and visitors who take the (or sung by the King’s School) time to walk the maze of intriguing side streets will find a rich Sung 11.00 hrs Audiotours variety of specialist shops, welcoming cafés and pubs in Choral Evensong 15.15 hrs Audiotours, available in 7 languages, lasting 40 which to relax. Alternatively take a stroll along the banks of the Evening Service 18.30 hrs minutes are available inside River Stour as it passes through the city. Weekdays the main entrance. You will fall in love with this beautiful city where the present Matins 07.30 hrs (09.30 hrs Sat) keeps in step with the past…. After all, Canterbury is simply Holy Communion inspirational. Daily 08.00 hrs For more information on Canterbury and its countryside, Wednesday 11.15 hrs contact the Canterbury Information Centre, +44 (0) 1227 Thursday 18.15 hrs 378100, visit the Canterbury website, www.canterbury.co.uk or Major ’ Days (sung) 11.15 hrs the Kent website, www.visitkent.co.uk Choral Evensong 17.30 hrs (15.15 hrs Sat) Arrangements at the Cathedral may vary at times without prior notice.

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