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Abbeys and Monasteries in Kent

Medieval monasteries are among the most evocative historic sites to visit in Britain. Here are some of the best known sites in Kent.

 Eastbridge Hospital of St Thomas
  

Eastbridge Hospital of St Thomas Established in the 12th century by the Archbishop of Canterbury as a place of hospitality to pilgrims, Eastbridge Hospital has operated as an almshouse for the last 400 years. View the Gothic undercoft, Pilgrims Chapel, and see the Refectory with its 13th century wall paintings.
25 High Street, Canterbury, Kent, England, CT1 2BD

Attraction Type: Abbey
Heritage Rating: Heritage Rating  ?
Location: S side of Canterbury High Street
Website: Eastbridge Hospital of St Thomas
Email: info@eastbridgehospital.org.uk
Phone: 01227 471 688
Fax: 01227 781 641
Location map
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 St Augustine's Abbey
We had the pleasure of visiting here, and our information is based on our personal experiences We took some photos of this location that we'd like to share with you  

St Augustine's Abbey In this case the abbey isn't just dedicated to St. Augustine, it was actually founded by him, in 598, to house the monks he brought with him to convert the Britons to Christianity.
Longport, Canterbury, Kent, England, CT1 1TF

Attraction Type: Abbey
Heritage Rating: Heritage Rating  ?
Location: A quarter mile east of Cathedral Close in Longport. Well signposted for walking from the city centre. Paid parking opposite.

Website: St Augustine's Abbey
Phone: 01227 378 100
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Location map - Photos of St Augustine's Abbey
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