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Archbishop Celebrations at St Augustine's Abbey

25th March 2026

Join us at St Augustine’s Abbey as Canterbury marks a historic occasion, the installation of the new Archbishop of Canterbury, Dame Sarah Mullally.

As part of the celebrations, the Abbey will be open to visitors from 10am to 4pm. Explore the Abbey with tours included at set times throughout the day, and step back into medieval life as you watch a moneyer at work, striking coins by hand. Children can enjoy a fun trail across the grounds, making the day enjoyable for all ages.

Discover the Abbey’s fascinating history as the burial site of the first Archbishops of Canterbury, and delve deeper with our complimentary audio guide, bringing the Abbey’s past vividly to life.

Tour Times: • 11.15am - 12.15pm • 12.30pm - 1.30pm • 2pm - 3pm Reserve your tour on arrival. Spaces first come, first served.

Prices On the Day: English Heritage Member - Free, Adult £11, Child £6, Concession £9.50. Book in advance online and save 15%.

(Photography credit: St. Augustine and Queen Bertha of Kent depicted in a stained glass window by J Powell & Son, 1900, Blakeney, Norfolk © Holmes Garden Photos / Alamy Stock Photo)

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English Heritage Member - Free, Adult £11, Child £6, Concession £9.50

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Archbishop Celebrations at St Augustine's Abbey St Augustines Abbey
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staugustinesenquiries@english-heritage.org.uk 01227 767345

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