Simmons Monument Size:18 x 24" | 45 x 60cm

Simmons Monument Size:18 x 24" | 45 x 60cmA centuries old landmark, the iconic grade II listed Simmons Monument stands at the summit of Dane John Mound (which dates back to 1st century AD) in Dane John Gardens. Erected in 1803, the monument honours Alderman James Simmons, founder of the Kentish Gazette, who purchased and landscaped the gardens in 1790 as a gift to the city.

the iconic grade II listed Simmons Monument stands at the summit of Dane John Mound (which dates back to 1st century AD) in Dane John Gardens

Arthur died a few months later

The Pilgrim's Hospital (also know as Eastbridge Hospital) of St

Prince of Wales

Keep an eye out for it in Dane John Gardens

Since 1972 it has served as the city Guildhall

Archbishop of Canterbury

Back then the more space your house took up on the street the more tax you had to pay on it

Originally built to celebrate the marriage of Arthur

Many of Canterbury's historic buildings were built in the Gothic architectural style that flourished in England from the 12th to the mid-17th century

Did you know these cherished phone boxes in Canterbury are actually considered listed buildings

The trees that flank the path