What is recorded here
This green commemorative plaque records: St Augustine's Abbey Garden This garden was presented to the city of Canterbury in 1977 by the trustees St Augustine's Abbey Precincts Recovery Fund. On the initiative of the late Canon J W S Tomlin (Warden of St Augustine's College) and others, the fund was raised by public subscription with the purpose of making more beautiful the surrounding to the Abbey and providing a garden for the enjoyment of citizens and visitors to the city.
St. Augustine's Abbey Garden serves as a public green space in Canterbury, established in 1977 through public subscription, enhancing the beauty around the historic St Augustine's Abbey and offering recreational value to both residents and tourists.
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