47B Burgate, Canterbury CT1 2HW

Violet Elizabeth - Canterbury

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Located in the heart of Canterbury, Violet Elizabeth brings together fashion, homeware and haberdashery under one roof. The ground floor is home to an ever-changing selection of clothing, jewellery and home pieces, sourced from around the world for their beauty and craftsmanship. Upstairs you will find our Canterbury haberdashery, filled with fabrics, ribbons and trims, as well as the studio where all of our designs are created. Every item begins life here in Kent, combining global inspiration with local creativity.

Designed and handmade from our studio above the shop!

Testimonials

★★★★★

Must visit if you're in Canterbury. Beautiful clothes and accessories, fantastic, helpful staff and a hidden gem of a fabric shop upstairs. I've not seen fabric of such high quality in decades.

Jenny Ford
Canterbury
★★★★★

I have a beautiful and colourful handmade coat made from an Alpaca blanket at this shop. I love it!
I can’t wear it out without someone complimenting me on it. It is warm and so comfortable to wear. I had one made for my daughter, made to her height and size, and she loves it too.

Sara Pollock
Canterbury
★★★★★

Beautiful clothes and accessories shop in Burgate, Canterbury. Clothes that are made on the premises by the owner and staff.
The window displays are amazing too!

Polly Bailey
Canterbury

Look out for our ever changing window displays!

Over the years, we've created a wide range of window displays that we love to work on.

Finding us

You’ll find Violet Elizabeth at 47B Burgate, Canterbury CT1 2HW, just a few steps from Canterbury Cathedral in the heart of the city’s historic centre. Our shop sits on one of Canterbury’s most charming streets, surrounded by independent boutiques, cafés, and galleries, and only a few minutes’ walk from The Marlowe Theatre and Canterbury High Street.

If you’re visiting by train, we’re about a 10-minute walk from Canterbury East and 15 minutes from Canterbury West. Paid parking is available nearby at Whitefriars Shopping Centre and Castle Street Car Park.

Contact us

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FAQs

We’re based at 47B Burgate, Canterbury, Kent CT1 2HW, just a few steps from Canterbury Cathedral. You’ll find us nestled among the city’s independent boutiques and artisan shops.

We are closed Monday and Tuesday. Wednesday - Saturday 10am - 5 pm . Sunday 10am - 4pm

Yes — there are several public car parks close to our shop, including the Whitefriars and St Radigunds car parks, both just a few minutes’ walk away.

Our shop is at street level and accessible for most wheelchairs and buggies. If you need assistance, our team will be happy to help.

Why visit us?

  • One-of-a-kind pieces you won’t find online
  • Personal gift advice from our friendly team
  • Unique gifts from £10 to £250
  • Beautiful wrapping available in-store