welcomes you to Dover...
Follow the famous... Coward, Churchill, Caesar, Wellington and Nelson. They loved it, so will you...
There are magical castles everywhere. At Dover Castle, Churchill masterminded W.W.II strategy here. The secret tunnels set alongside Roman Walls remind us of the long history of this most famous of castles. Lord Nelson visited Lady Hamilton in Deal just along the sea front from stunning Deal Castle with its' unique design the shape of rose petals. At Walmer Castle, with its cannons looking seaward, A famous inhabitant - Wellington - left the original pair of 'wellies' for us to see. Worth a visit even if the sun is shining!
Imagine what it must have been like to cross the Channel at the time when Cleopatra bathed in milk. Incredibly, just like the Pharaohs, a boat remained buried for future generations to discover. See this amazing find for yourself in the award winning Bronze Age Boat Gallery at Dover Museum.
Some of these attractions operate restricted opening times and dates.
Dover Castle and The Secret War Tunnels
Telephone: 01304 201628
Wesbite: www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/properties/dover-castle/
Perched high on the Famous White Cliffs of Dover the castle is the "Key of England" and has 2000 years of history within its walls. See the field hospital in the secret wartime tunnels complex.
Opening Hours: Daily - Summer 1000-1800, Winter 1000-1600
Discount vouchers available at your accommodation establishment
Dover Museum and Bronze Age Boat
Telephone: 01304 201066
Wesbite: www.dovermuseum.co.uk
The district’s largest and most varied museum has a range of fascinating real objects, models and original pictures showing the history of Dover. Included in the admission charge is entry to the award winning Bronze Age Boat Gallery with interactive exhibits, computers and microscopes. Changing exhibitions and regular family days.
Opening Hours: Daily - Summer 1000-1800, Winter 1000-1730
Discount vouchers available at your accommodation establishment
Deal Castle
Telephone: 01304 372762
Wesbite: www.english-heritage.org.uk
Deal Castle was built by Henry VIII as an artillery fortress to counter the threat of invasion from the Catholic alliance of France and Spain during the mid-16th century. Its huge, rounded bastions, designed to deflect shot, once carried 66 guns. It is a fascinating castle to explore, with long, dark passages, battle-ments and a massive basement with an exciting exhibition. Its remarkable coastal position affords breathtaking views out to sea.
Opening Hours: Daily - Summer 1000-1800, Winter 1000-1600
Discount vouchers available at your accommodation establishment
Boat Trips
Telephone: 01303 271388, Mobile: 07971 301379
Wesbite: www.whitecliffsboattours.co.uk
A boat trip around the harbour to view the White Cliffs, Dover Castle, and any visiting Cruise Liners & Navel ships.
Dover Transport Museum
Port Zone, White Cliffs Business Park
Telephone: 01303 248999
Wesbite: www.dovertransportmuseum.org.uk
Road vehicles of all types from bicycles to buses. Model railway and tramway. Local transport history. Hundreds of models. Kent Coalfield items. Maritime Room. Bygone shops and 1930's garage. See exhibits being worked on. Tearoom room open Sundays.
Opening Hours: April - Oct inc Weds, Thurs, Fri, Sat 1330-1730 (last admission 1645), Sun & Bank Holidays 1030-1700 (last admission 1616).
Discount vouchers available at your accommodation establishment
Walmer Castle & Gardens
Telephone: 01304 364288
Wesbite: www.english-heritage.org.uk
Opening Hours: Daily - Summer 1000-1800, Winter 1000-1600, closed when Lord Warden is in residence
Discount vouchers available at your accommodation establishment
The Roman Painted House - Britain's Buried Pompeii
Telephone: 01304 203279
An exceptionally well preserved Roman Painted House, with extensive intact wall paintings and elaborate under-floor heating. Located adjacent to the White Cliffs Experience
Opening Hours: Daily - Summer 1000-1700
CLOSED MONDAYS
Deal Maritime & Local History Museum
St. George's Road, Deal
Telephone: 01304 372679
Wesbite: home.freeuk.net/deal-museum/
Deal’s history, people, real and model boats, figureheads, compasses, two very rare name boards, relics of the pilots, the lifeboats etc. Records of families and homes.
Opening Hours: Monday - Saturday 2 - 5 pm, 1st April - 28th Sept
South Foreland Lighthouse
St. Margaret's at Cliffe, Near Dover
Telephone: On open days 01304 852463, at other times and
The highlight of the White Cliffs. This distinctive landmark is perched high up on the White Cliffs overlooking the Straits of Dover. Built in 1843 the lighthouse was used by Marconi just over 100 years ago for early radio experiments. From here he made the worlds first ship to shore and subsequently the first international radio transmission to Wimereux in France. Learn about the history of the tower and the people associated with it in a tour that takes about 30 minutes. Combine your visit with the Gateway to the White Cliffs nearby and learn about what is special and the significance of the cliffs in a relaxing coffee shop atmosphere.
Opening Hours: 1st March - 31st August 1100-1730, 1st September - 31st October 1100-1700 or dusk
Crabble Corn Mill
Crabble Corn Mill, Lower Road, River, Dover
Telephone: 01304 823292
Wesbite: www.ccmt.org.uk
Situated in the picturesque village of River, on the outskirts of Dover. Built in 1812, restored in 1990 this Georgian mill still grinds wheat to produce wholemeal flour.
Opening Hours: March - Oct Daily 1100 - 1700, Nov - Dec 20th Sat/Sun 1100 - 1700
Sandwich Guildhall Museum
New Street, Sandwich
Telephone: 01304 617197
The museum tells the story of Sandwich from early medieval times. There are many well designed illustrative panels relating to the town’s history with artefacts dating back to the 13th century. Allow at least half an hour. Suitable for wheelchairs. Free parking, toilets and refreshments nearby.
Opening Hours: Closed Mondays.
April - Sept Tues, Weds, Fri 1030-1230, 1400-1600, Thurs & Sat 1030-1600, Sun 1400-1600
Oct - Dec Tues, Weds, Fri, Sun 1400-1600, Thurs & Sat 1030-1600.
Closed 2nd week of December to 1st March
The St Margaret's Museum
Beach Road, St Margaret's Bay, Near Dover
Telephone: 01304 852764
Fax: 01304 853626
Opposite the Pines Gardens, the Museum houses a fascinating collection of exhibits on maritime and local history and the Channel. Video of St Margaret’s. Facilities for disabled. Tea-room and Gift Shop.
Opening Hours: Open Easter (30th March - 1st April), 4th - 6th May & 25th May - 8th Sept.
Closed Mondays & Tuesdays except Bank holidays
Kent Battle of Britain Museum
Hawkinge Airfield
Telephone: 01303 893140
The country’s largest collection 1940 related items on public display. includes the most important display of British and German 1940 flying equipment. Artifacts recovered from over 600 shot down aircraft from both sides. Also weapons and vehicles, home front etc.
Opening Hours: Good Friday to 30th September Tues - Sun 1000-1700, Last admission 1600
No cameras or recording equipment allowed
The Women's Land Army Museum
Little Farthingloe Farm, Folkestone Road, Dover
Telephone: 01304 212040
The Museum provides a fascinating insight into the life for women serving their country during the second world war. The exhibition consists of personal letters from ex-WLA girls, authentic uniforms and factual information.
Opening Hours: March - Sept 0900 - 1700
Oct - Feb 0900 - 1600