Combine a scenic 5km city walk through Canterbury with a visit to a local brewery and distillery. Sip on regional beers and gins while uncovering the city’s historical and cultural highlights. Discover why this guided tour offers a perfect blend of activity, history, and craft beverage tasting.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
around 2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; no prior experience needed
Wildlife
History
Canterbury has been a religious and trading hub since medieval times, with its streets echoing stories of pilgrims and craftsmen.
Conservation
Local breweries and distilleries emphasize sustainable practices, supporting environmentally friendly production methods.
Canterbury Running Tours
Combine a scenic 5km city walk through Canterbury with a visit to a local brewery and distillery. Sip on regional beers and gins while uncovering the city’s historical and cultural highlights. Discover why this guided tour offers a perfect blend of activity, history, and craft beverage tasting.
Canterbury Running Tours offers guided running and walking tours in Canterbury and East Kent, combining sightseeing with local culture, landscapes and sustainable travel practices. The company runs curated routes including a one-hour 5km city tour, a longer 1.5‑hour 10km City Plus that extends into the Kent Downs and along the River Stour, and a Beer and Spirit Runs route that finishes at the Foundry brew pub and distillery with a tasting board of locally crafted beers or gins. Bespoke Tour options allow guests to choose routes such as the Crab and Winkle Way or coastal stretches near the White Cliffs, and to set pace, stops and digital photo memories.
Guides maintain comfortable paces suitable for mixed-ability groups, provide frequent historical and cultural stops, and tailor detours for views and photo opportunities. Tours emphasise low-impact, sustainable tourism practices and local partnerships to support community businesses. Booking options accommodate runners and walkers, and digital route maps or photos are provided for guests after the experience. Canterbury Running Tours focuses on small-group experiences that showcase Canterbury’s heritage, orchards, river corridors and countryside access in East Kent while highlighting local food and drink through partnerships like the Foundry tasting. All trips are guided, with clear start points in Canterbury, and are designed to balance fitness, education and enjoyment for visitors and local participants alike.
Private and group options are available, with bespoke itineraries arranged for individuals, small groups or special events, allowing flexible scheduling and custom routes within Canterbury and East Kent throughout seasons.
Tours Offered
4 Tours
City, countryside, bespoke routes
Typical Duration
1–1.5 hrs
Short, accessible guided experiences
Location
Canterbury, England
Historic city and East Kent access
Tasting Included
Foundry tasting
Local beer or gin sampling
Choose a 5km city run, a 10km countryside route, a Beer and Spirit tasting run, or a bespoke tour — secure a spot and explore Canterbury differently.
Wear comfortable shoes
Urban walking can be unpredictable; sturdy footwear makes the experience more enjoyable.
Book in advance
Spaces at the Foundry pub are limited, so reserve early for this popular tour.
Bring ID for alcohol tasting
Participants must be of legal drinking age to enjoy the tasting experience.
Check weather forecast
Being an outdoor city tour, dress appropriately for rain or shine during your visit.
Comfortable walking shoes
Comfortable shoes are key for covering the city streets without discomfort.
Weather-appropriate clothing
Layered clothing helps you adjust to changing weather conditions during the tour.
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ID for age verification
Required for sampling alcohol at the pub distillery.
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated during the city walk while reducing waste.