Business phone systems and VoIP in Canterbury
Businesses in Canterbury use Alltone Telecoms for VoIP phone systems, local 01227 numbers, inbound call routing and live answering. Local numbers, UK-based support and no lines to install.
Telecoms for Canterbury businesses
Whether you trade from a high street unit in Canterbury, an industrial estate or a home office, a virtual 01227 number keeps a local presence while calls ring the phones you choose.
We set up and support everything remotely, and our services are delivered across England. Where an engineer visit is needed for broadband, leased lines or cabling, we arrange it through national partners.
Canterbury at a glance
| Area code | 01227 |
|---|---|
| Number format | 01227 xxxxxx |
| County or area | Kent |
| Region | South East England |
| Freephone and national | 0800, 0808, 0330, 0333 |
Services in Canterbury
Choose a service to see what is included, or ask us to quote for a complete setup.
- Business VoIP phone systems in CanterburyCloud phone system with apps, desk phones and a web dashboard.›
- Inbound call management in CanterburyRoute every incoming call to the right person, team or site.›
- Call answering service in CanterburyLive UK receptionists who answer in your company name.›
- Outbound calling in CanterburyShow your business number, record calls and stay within Ofcom rules.›
- Microsoft Teams calling in CanterburyMake and take real phone calls inside Microsoft Teams.›
- PSTN switch-off migration in CanterburyMove off analogue and ISDN lines before they are retired.›
- Business broadband in CanterburyFull fibre and FTTC broadband with static IPs and UK support.›
- Leased lines in CanterburyDedicated, symmetrical fibre with a fix-time SLA.›
A local 01227 number for your business
People are more likely to answer and return calls from a number they recognise. A 01227 number gives you a Canterbury presence on your website, Google Business Profile and adverts, while calls ring whichever phones you choose.
Canterbury business phone questions
Something else on your mind? Call 020 7112 8558 or send us a message and a telecoms specialist will reply.
What is the area code for Canterbury?
The area code for Canterbury is 01227. Local numbers are written in the format 01227 xxxxxx.
Can I get a 01227 number if my office is not in Canterbury?
Yes. A virtual 01227 number can ring any phone in the UK, which is useful if you serve customers in Canterbury from another base or work from home. The number should be used for genuine business in or with the Canterbury area.
Can I keep my existing Canterbury number if I move to VoIP?
Yes. We port 01227 numbers from your current provider to our cloud platform, so you keep your number and stop paying for the old line.
How does the PSTN switch-off affect businesses in Canterbury?
Openreach is retiring the analogue phone network across the UK, including Kent, with a fixed date of 31 January 2027. Any business in Canterbury still using analogue or ISDN lines, or devices that depend on them, needs to move to a digital service.
Get a quote for your Canterbury business
Tell us how your business takes calls today and we will recommend a setup, with a clear monthly price. Most quotes are ready the same day.
- UK-based support team
- Free setup and number porting on most plans
- Monthly rolling options available
- No obligation quote
Prefer to talk? Call 020 7112 8558, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5.30pm.