Canterbury Stories

Just three months after opening its doors, David Lloyd Clubs’ investment in a new health and wellbeing club in Herne Bay is already paying dividends for the local area.

Canterbury and the wider district are experiencing a remarkable renaissance. Once known primarily for its historic cathedral and heritage appeal, this vibrant part of Kent is now a magnet for leading national and lifestyle brands.

A Start Up Roadshow came to Canterbury recently as part of a search for the most exciting start-ups in the South East.   

Canterbury is accelerating its transformation. Across the district, a series of ambitious property and development projects are reshaping places, unlocking new investment, and driving sustainable growth.

The UK hotel market is having a moment in 2025 with Canterbury district, Kent’s tourism capital, in the sights of investors looking for the right location in places that can deliver results for the long-term. 

The UK wine tourism industry has enjoyed robust growth over recent years as growers diversify their businesses to increase revenue streams and broaden their appeal.

Raise a glass to Canterbury district in Kent, the place to invest for the English wine industry.  The county is already home to more than 50 wine producers with many choosing Canterbury as their preferred location to grow and bottle their success. 

The district of Canterbury is the place to invest in new hotels. That was the message behind the Canterbury Hotel Summit designed to bring more investment to the district and boost jobs. Hosted by Canterbury City Council, the event was being paid for by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF). It is part of an ongoing collaboration with Locate in Kent, the county’s inward investment agency.

The district of Canterbury is the place to invest in new hotels. That’s the message behind the Canterbury Hotel Summit being held next week (Friday, 9 May) and designed to bring more investment to the district and boost jobs.