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Chatham Historic Dockyard: Call the Midwife Tour

1. Chatham Historic Dockyard: Call the Midwife Tour

Discover film location sites from the award-winning TV adaptation of Call the Midwife by Jennifer Worth. Join a guided walking tour of the Chatham Historic Dockyard, led by a costumed guide to bring the world of a midwife to life! Get a sneak peak behind the scenes as you hear fascinating anecdotes about the filming of the show. Designed to represent the impoverished East End of London in the 1950s and 60s, the dockyards also have a fascinating history of their own. Walk along streets that were used to represent the slums of Poplar Dock, and walk in the footsteps of some of Miranda Hart and Jenny Agutter's most memorable scenes. Enjoy full access to Chatham Historic Dockyard throughout the day, and discover other memorable exhibits, including historic warships and an old Victorian rope factory.

Canterbury: Guided Walking Tour

2. Canterbury: Guided Walking Tour

From medieval lanes and pilgrim inns to the majestic Cathedral's Precincts, travel back in time as your guide regales you with stories and reveals how the city has evolved over the years on this 90-minute guided walking tour. Meet your Guide in the historic Buttermarket in central Canterbury and begin to explore this historic place. Walk through the narrow cobbled lanes with their timber-framed buildings and see magnificent views toward the Cathedral. Admire the Crooked House, the Old Weavers' House and infamous ducking stool, and Eastbridge Hospital, a place of hospitality for Pilgrims since 1190. You’ll also see more modern architecture such as the Marlowe Theatre and its very own moving statue. You will also journey around the outside of the Cathedral, and where possible see the ruins of the old monastery, the cloisters, and the grounds of the historic King's School.

Canterbury: Personalized Private Guided Walking Tour

3. Canterbury: Personalized Private Guided Walking Tour

Explore the historic sights of Canterbury on a guided walking trip with a trained guide. See The Crooked House, the Canterbury Cathedral Precincts, and more, while learning local history. Customize your tour by telling your guide about your group and personal interests beforehand.  Starting in the quaint Buttermarket, site of historic pilgrim inns and old bull stake and home to the imposing Christchurch Gate entrance to the Canterbury Cathedral. From here, set out to explore the narrow cobbled lanes of central Canterbury with its eclectic mix of historic buildings and pilgrim inns, alongside the memorable Canterbury Cathedral Precincts.  Get transported back in time as your guide tells you the stories and dark history of the city. Learn how the city has evolved over the years as you navigate the medieval lanes with their timber-framed buildings and views toward the cathedral.  Spot quirky buildings such as The Crooked House, the Old Weavers House, the infamous ducking stool, and Eastbridge Hospital, a place of hospitality for Pilgrims since 1190. See examples of modern architecture, such as The Marlowe Theatre and its very own moving statue. Before the end of your tour, you’ll get to journey around the outside of the Canterbury Cathedral and possibly see the ruins of the old monastery, the cloisters, and the grounds of the historic King's School. If you have any particular interests, from architecture to gardens or literature, or you're simply with a young family, your personal guide will be happy to tailor your tour (if communicated prior to the tour). Please note, after booking you will be contacted by Canterbury Tourist Guides to confirm your booking, and to provide your Guide details. Please contact us if you have not received anything at least 24 hours before your tour.

Canterbury: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour

4. Canterbury: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour

Take a stroll through one of the most visited cities in England on a walking tour of Canterbury. See the towering Canterbury Cathedral, St. Augustine Abbey, and St. Martin's Church — a UNESCO World Heritage Site — up close and learn about their history from your local guide. Walk through history in Canterbury, marveling at these valuable historical sites from a close vantage point. Hear stories about how the city has the oldest continuously operating school in the world, when the Canterbury city wall was built, what is special about the Christ Church Gateway, and more. Continue with a stroll through the exclusive downtown Canterbury Cory. Admire the unique architecture of the city, feeling the city's coziness and charm.

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4.7 / 5

based on 37 reviews

Julian the guide made the activity a joy!his humour and easy manner and encyclopedic knowledge made it a Joy..and the two hours flew by..I have used your service twice and wherever I go in the future,I Will definitely use it again..ten out of ten for Julian!!!

I learnt so much interesting history from this tour. Would 100% recommend. Really got to know a lot of Canterbury’s history though such a fun and interesting way. Well worth the money.

Our guide was very nice and knowledgeable. Quite a lot of history definitely worth the money.

Absolutely Incredible experience for my fiancé and I. 100% would recommend.

Alex was a fantastic guide. Enthusiastic and very knowledgeable