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St Augustine's Conduit House

Kings Park, Canterbury, Kent, Kent, CT1 1QH

Multiple dates available



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Join us at St Augustine’s Conduit House for a special Heritage Open Days talk about St Augustine's Conduit House and learn about the important role it once played in providing fresh water to St Augustine's Abbey.



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Photographer Volunteer - Chas Bedford



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Photographer Volunteer - Chas Bedford

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Uncover the hidden history of St Augustine’s Conduit House—an unassuming structure with a remarkable past.
Tucked away on the hillside above Canterbury, this 13th-century building once played a crucial role in supplying fresh spring water to the monks of St Augustine’s Abbey. Ingeniously designed, the Conduit House collected water and channelled it nearly a mile downhill to support daily life at one of England’s most significant monastic sites.
In this special Heritage Open Days event, one of our knowledgeable volunteers will reveal how this medieval water system worked, why it was so vital, and what it tells us about the sophistication of monastic infrastructure.
Especially for Heritage Open Days: Drop in between 11am and 1pm for an engaging on-site talk—no booking required. Whether you're a history lover or simply curious about Canterbury’s past, this event offers a unique glimpse into the ingenuity of medieval life.



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