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Eastbridge Hospital

25 High Street, Canterbury CT1 2BD , England
01227 471688
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Ranked #2 of 42 attractions in Canterbury
Type: Historic Sites
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Cheltenham, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013

For a small fee you can have a look round this interesting hospital which dates from the pilgrims visiting Canterbury after Becket's murder. As previously said the word hospital comes from hospitality. Maximum of 12 pilgrims could sleep overnight and be fed and watered. Intention was to clean up the streets of Canterbury (nothing changes!).

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Horsham, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

A great little place and well worth the reasonable entrance fee. Full of history with useful information boards. Staff on duty friendly and knowledgeable

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 30, 2013 via mobile

This is not to be missed - the history is well told on story boards with additional photos and relics. Anne B. Falmouth

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Canterbury
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 20, 2013

So much history here, and possible resting place for King Henry ll on his way to Canterbury Cathedral following Beckett's murder there. Lovely building and the steps down at the entrance show how much the town has become built up over the years. Don't miss the Ducking Stool on the River Stour opposite!

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Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 27, 2013

Only a small building but very interesting nonetheless, where both pilgrims could stay for 1 night only, but was also a hospital for lepers and other poorly people. It had a good ambience about it, and although it took only 10-15 mins to complete the visit, glad I did. I was also very interested in the painting dating back to... More

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Birmingham, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 23, 2013

Very interesting background to the Pilgrims who travelled to Canterbury. The staff on duty very helpful, friendly and knowledgeable. Well worth a visit. Situated right in the heart of the town centre. Recommended

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Berkshire, England
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 19, 2013

Such a tiny little place but full of atmosphere,you can imagine the pilgrims stopping the night here.

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Northwich, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 17, 2013

An amazing survival right in the heart of the city. It's only small but the explanation boards are great and it's a fasinating half an hour. It's sobering to think that it's still functioning in pretty much its original role after 7 centuries.

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Canterbury, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 9, 2013

The Eastbridge hospital is an absolute gem of history on Canterbury's high street. It sits on the Kings Bridge, near to the city's West Gate. It only costs two pounds to go in, and takes about half an hour to look around. There are lots of interesting little facts written that you can read as you walk around. The guides... More

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Coventry, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 6, 2013

Lovely small building, loved the beams in the Chapel and the wall painting in the Refectory. Very good information boards in the cellar

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