Discover the Beast of the Bayeux
Canterbury Cathedral, Canterbury · 24 October to 1 November 2026
Image: Canterbury CathedralA half-term trail at Canterbury Cathedral from 24 October to 1 November 2026. Young visitors follow the Cathedral Creature Trail to find animals carved in stone and set in stained glass, and can embroider their own beast inspired by the Bayeux Tapestry. It suits families with children during the school break.
Highlights
- Follow the Cathedral Creature Trail to find animals in stone and stained glass
- Embroider your own beast inspired by the Bayeux Tapestry
- Runs across the October half-term holiday, 24 October to 1 November
Getting there
Canterbury Cathedral, CT1 2EH
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