Canterbury Cathedral installs new stone carvings to highlight Kent's native wildlife
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Canterbury Cathedral installs new stone carvings to highlight Kent's native wildlife

1 hours ago · Originally published 11 Sep 2026 9/10 Original headline: Beautiful new stonework on Kent landmark celebrates county’s wildlife
Stonemasons at Canterbury Cathedral have replaced decayed carvings with four new grotesques depicting a beaver, peregrine falcon, pine marten and chough. These species were chosen to represent animals that have been reintroduced to the county or are the focus of local conservation efforts, serving as a permanent reminder of the importance of protecting Kent's biodiversity.
Source: Kent Online Kent
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