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The Canterbury district is a world-class commercial, cultural & heritage destination. Its prime location between London and Europe remains as important today to a place investing in the future. From people and networks to talent and skills; this vibrant and attractive district of city, countryside and coast is a place that has it all.  

From the historic city to the vibrant seaside towns of Whitstable and Herne Bay, Canterbury is Kent’s business capital, the location of choice in the southeast of England to live, work, learn and invest. 

Innovation Centre Canterbury

Canterbury Innovation Centre is a launchpad for tomorrow’s businesses offering over 2,500 sqm of modern affordable office, studio and workshop space set. Set in 500 acres of parkland this is THE place for inspiration.

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Whitstable Harbour Market

The Harbour Market in Whitstable is a showcase for the creative side of this chic fishing town – from locally produced arts and crafts to delicious street food. It’s a place that draws people in, introducing them to an area full of opportunity.

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Canterbury Christ Church University

Canterbury Christ Church University is home to over 25,000 students building the knowledge they’ll need to thrive in their chosen career. From digital arts and education to law, engineering and medicine, this is a place laying the foundations for future success.

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North Downs

Canterbury has its own section of the North Downs Way National Trail with the loop allowing walkers to take in the historic city and explore the wonderful countryside that surrounds the district. For those who consider this place home, it’s there on the doorstep ready to enjoy.

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Tankerton Beach Huts

For a front row seat on sunrises and sunsets you can’t beat a beach hut with the views over Tankerton Bay always good for the soul. With great walks, independent shops and places to eat nearby, it’s the starting point for the coastal life you’ve always dreamt of.

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Canterbury Cathedral

Canterbury Cathedral has been a place of pilgrimage for centuries. A landmark location in one of the most attractive cities to live in England; a place full of history and looking to the future.

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Eddington Park & Herne Bay Sports Hub

This housing development has transformed living and leisure in Herne Bay, and an example of the kind of investment being delivered in Canterbury. Meeting housing need in a sustainable way and with significant community, social and economic benefits too. Get in touch to discuss your vision.

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Where heritage
meets innovation

Creative

From UCA, one of the UK’s top specialist art and design universities to companies at the cutting edge of film production, Canterbury is a talent generator and business innovator set up for the hybrid working generation.

International gateway

The walled city of Canterbury is one of the most beautiful and historic in England, with three UNESCO World Heritage Sites that include the UK’s oldest cathedral and the last resting place of the Anglo-Saxon kings of Kent.

Historic

Close to the Channel Ports, Le Shuttle services to France and less than an hour by rail from the heart of London via the UK’s only high-speed line. From logistics to life sciences, Canterbury is the right location to power your business.

Area of natural beauty

From the chalky hills and vineyards of the Kent Downs to a lazy punt down the River Stour, stunning coastline and walks through one of the largest areas of ancient woodland in southern Britain. Canterbury gives you space and time to think.

Where will
Canterbury take you?

More people, investors and employers are choosing Canterbury to live, work, learn or invest. What can we do for you? Contact our team today.

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