Autumn Open Garden
Archdeaconry Garden, Canterbury Cathedral, Canterbury · 31 October 2026
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The Archdeaconry Garden at Canterbury Cathedral opens to the public on Saturday 31 October 2026, from 11:00 to 15:00. Visitors can explore a garden that is rarely open, attend gardening talks from the Head Gardener and gardening team, and pick up tips for their own gardens. It suits families and anyone interested in gardening.
Highlights
- Rarely open garden at Canterbury Cathedral
- Gardening talks from the Head Gardener and team
- Build a bug hotel to take home
Getting there
Archdeaconry Garden, Canterbury Cathedral, CT1 2EH
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