Reculver Towers & Roman Fort
Reculver
The remains of a medieval twin-towered church on the site of a Roman fort on the coast, long used as a navigation landmark for sailors.
The 12th-century twin towers of Reculver originally belonged to St Mary's Church. The church was demolished in the 19th century as coastal erosion threatened it, but the towers were kept as navigation markers. The surrounding area is the site of the Roman fort of Regulbium. Entry is free, with a visitor centre and paths along the seafront; you can cycle or walk along the coast to Herne Bay. It is a good stop when driving and can be paired with Whitstable in a day trip.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Wingham Wildlife Park
- Howletts Wild Animal Park
- St Martin's Church
- St Augustine's Abbey
- Canterbury Cathedral
- The King's Mile & Palace Street
- Canterbury Roman Museum
- Marlowe Theatre