This is the oldest site of continuous Christian worship in Britain. It stands over the place where Alban, the first martyr, was buried after giving his life for his faith over 1700 years ago – more than 200 years before St Augustine arrived in Canterbury. Winner of Sandford Award 1986, 1991, 1996, 2003, 2008. Geograph
Cathedral Church Of St. Peter
Founded in 1050, the Cathedral building, dedicated to Peter, one of Jesus’ earliest followers and the model for all subsequent bishops, is the finest example of Decorated Gothic architecture in any Cathedral. Winner of Sandford Award 1995, 2000, 2005.
Canterbury Cathedral
Pilgrims and visitors have made their way to Canterbury Cathedral since the Middle Ages. It remains one of the most visited places in the country, and, just as important, a living community. Visitors have always been made welcome, in the ancient tradition of the Benedictines. Winner of Sandford Award 1988, 1993, 1998, 2003