Westgate Towers Museum and viewpoint, Canterbury, Kent
Details
Accessibility
https://www.onepoundlane.co.uk/museum
2025:
"Please note that the only access is via a narrow stairs of 5 flights and that doorways are narrow because of their listed status.
The rooftop battlements may be slippery when wet.
Station Road West Multi-Storey car park is currently the cheapest nearby car park - just 4 minutes walk.
Parking is available in Pound Lane Car Park, North Lane Car Park, or Millers Field Car Park. Register here on the Canterbury City Council website for ticketless parking, simply drive in and drive out!"
Brief description
https://www.onepoundlane.co.uk/museum
2025:
"The Westgate Towers Museum opened on the 20th June 1906 - for over 110 years it has welcomed visitors to explore the story of Canterbury and its 600 year old Tower. Our exhibits cover four themes including City Wars, Crime & Punishment, Westgate Through History and Magna Carta. The jewel in the crown is Canterbury’s best view from the rooftop battlements. "
Address
1 Pound Lane, Canterbury, Kent, England, CT1 2BZ
Phone
Website
https://www.onepoundlane.co.uk/museum
Directions
Opening Times
https://www.onepoundlane.co.uk/museum
2025:
"Opening Hours
Sunday - Friday 12pm - 4pm (last entry 3:45pm)
Closed on Saturday
Tickets
Tickets are available in the museum. Please note card payment only.
£4 Adults, £3 Student/Concession, £2 Child (5-17), Under 4 Free, Family Ticket £10
ENJOY FREE ENTRY with your food receipt from The Pound or Felons Coffeehouse.
Winter Hours: In January, February & March the museum is closed on Monday & Tuesday (Escape Rooms operate as normal)."
Always check with the venue directly for up-to-date information including opening times and admission charges as they may be subject to change
Transport
"Canterbury West train station is just 5 minutes walk with services to the coast, Ashford & highspeed to London St Pancras International in just 56 minutes."
Amenities
Cafe/Restaurant
Bar
Toilets
View point
Travel Information
For further travel information please see: www.traveline.info
Or call Traveline on 0871 200 22 33
(Calls cost 12p per minute plus your phone company's access charge)
Location
Nearest Venues
The Marlowe Theatre, Canterbury, Kent
203 metres*
Canterbury City. Open Daily. Free Entry.
258 metres*
Greyfriars Lodge Hotel, Canterbury, Kent
299 metres*
*Distances are calculated in a straight line from the current venue, please allow extra time/distance based on available paths or roads.