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Canterbury is a historic cathedral city with old streets, riverside gardens and a friendly feel. It suits an unhurried first meeting, whether you are new to online dating or coming back to it after a while. Check opening times before you go.
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First date ideas in Canterbury
Three easy places to meet someone new in and around Canterbury. Check opening times before you go.
Canterbury Cathedral
A great medieval cathedral in the middle of Canterbury, with the old precincts around it. Check opening times before you go in.
Westgate Gardens
Peaceful gardens beside the River Stour, close to Canterbury city centre. Free to enter, with benches and shady paths.
Dane John Gardens
A public park next to the old city walls, with a mound, lawns and paths. Free to enter and an easy place for a walk and a chat.
Around Canterbury
Neighbourhoods and nearby towns: Canterbury city centre, Whitstable, Herne Bay, Sturry, Bridge and Wincheap.
Getting there: Canterbury West has fast trains to London St Pancras, and Canterbury East has services towards London Victoria and Dover. Buses link the city with Whitstable, Herne Bay and the villages around. The A2, M2 and A28 are the main roads.
Silver Gay Singles covers the whole UK, so you can join from Canterbury and look at nearby towns too. New to dating again? Our guide to dating safely is a good place to start.
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Questions about dating in Canterbury
What is a good first date in Canterbury?
There are plenty of easy options: a visit to Canterbury Cathedral, a stroll in Westgate Gardens and a walk around Dane John Gardens. Choose somewhere public, keep it short and check opening times before you go.
How do I get to Canterbury?
Canterbury West has fast trains to London St Pancras, and Canterbury East has services towards London Victoria and Dover. Buses link the city with Whitstable, Herne Bay and the villages around. The A2, M2 and A28 are the main roads.
Can I join Silver Gay Singles from Canterbury?
Yes. Creating a profile is free, and you can say where you live. Silver Gay Singles covers the whole UK, so you can look at other towns too.
Is it safe to meet someone from online dating in Canterbury?
Meet somewhere public, tell a friend where you are going and keep the first date short. Our guide to dating safely has more tips.