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WHITE CLIFFS COUNTRY
VISIT • DOVER • DEAL • SANDWICH
2020 VISITOR GUIDE
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WHITE WELCOME
CLIFFS
COUNTRY
DOVER • DEAL • SANDWICH
Welcome to White Cliffs Country, a unique
CONTENTS
place where coast meets country, beauty
Welcome................................................... 1 ER
Ten Reasons to Visit.................................. 2 DOV meets history, tranquil meets active and
HIST ORIC England meets Europe.
The 149th Open....................................... 4
Historic Dover........................................ 6
Maritime Deal............................................ 8 The world-famous White Cliffs and our
Medieval Sandwich................................... 10 beautiful coast and countryside offer
Splendid Coastline.................................... 12
spectacular walking, sailing, cycling, golf
Unique Countryside.................................. 14
Magnificent Castles & Forts...................... 16
and sightseeing as well as white knuckle RIB
Gateway to Britain.................................... 18 rides, seal spotting and even the opportunity
Proud Industrial History............................. 20 to feed a tiger.
Maritime History........................................ 22
Hidden Gems........................................... 24 The rich heritage of the area is awe-
Blooming Gardens & Parks...................... 26
inspiring with an amazing selection of
Adventures on Water, Land & Air.............. 28
Family Time.............................................. 30
diverse museums and a busy season of
MARITIME re-enactments bringing history to life as you
Leisure Time............................................ 31 DEAL
Nature Lovers......................................... 32 have never seen it before.
Walking for Everyone.............................. 34
Cycling for All.......................................... 36 With our towns and villages overflowing with
Creative Inspiration................................. 38
character and bustling with unique shops,
Eating In or Out........................................ 40
Drink & Be Merry...................................... 42
theatres, restaurants and places to stay, it
Shop & Relax.......................................... 44 makes this a destination not to be missed.
Stay a While............................................ 45
Days Out................................................. 46 Come for a day or stay for a week - you’ll
VIC Information....................................... 48 have an experience to remember.
How to Get Here.................................... 49
Maps..................................................... 50 Must-see location
SAMPHIRE HOE DISCOVER MORE AND EXPLORE
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BEYOND THE CHALK!
This publication was designed and AL SANDW
produced by Dover District Council,
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Creative Design and Tourism
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TEN GOOD
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Beautiful countryside Quirky hidden gems
As well as our striking coastline we Discover one of the many hidden
REASONS also have wonderful countryside gems in White Cliffs Country.
with stunning views, historic villages Why not take a tour of Sandwich
and ancient churches. Many of our Guildhall, built in the reign of
TO VISIT villages display historic information
panels, which describe their origins
Elizabeth I or see a fantastic
range of maritime exhibits at
Deal Maritime & Local History
and history through the centuries.
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Museum. Dover’s Roman Painted
World-famous The perfect place for House or Transport Museum may
walking and cycling
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also take your fancy.
White Cliffs of Dover Whether an experienced walker or
Enjoy spectacular views on an
causal rambler, join a guided tour
Relax with some retail
exhilarating cliff top walk on the world-
or independently explore miles of therapy!
famous White Cliffs. The cliff face The new St James Retail &
marker walking and themed trails.
reaches up to 300 feet and the cliffs Leisure Park in Dover offers a
There are also a huge variety of cycle
stretch for about 16 miles. On a clear good choice of shops alongside
routes and trails, bring your own
day you can spot the French coast!
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bike or hire one, and discover the restaurants, cafes and a multiplex
Impressive countryside on two wheels! cinema. Just a short walk away
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history and heritage Exhilarating coastal is De Bradelei Wharf in a beautiful
marina setting. You’ll find a
Immerse yourself in 2000 years of activities and outdoor wealth of independent quirky
history at Dover Castle, see the pursuits shops and art galleries for that
world’s oldest known sea-going White Cliffs Country is totally perfect gift in the town of Deal,
vessel, the Bronze Age Boat at Dover geared up for outdoor lovers so and medieval Sandwich should
Museum or visit South Foreland take advantage of its miles of also not be missed!
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Lighthouse, a striking Victorian diverse and unspoilt coastline.
landmark on the White Cliffs of Dover, Play a round of golf at one of the
Festivals and regattas
which was the first to display an Our festivals and regattas are
challenging Championship courses
electrically powered signal. traditional, fun, full of community
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or try a wide range of water based
spirit and everyone is invited!
Stunning coast activities at Dover Sea Sports
Sandwich Folk and Ale Festival,
Cast your cares away and embrace Centre.
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Deal Music and Arts Festival,
coastal living! Being by the sea Culinary delights Sandwich Food Fayre and Le
promotes a feeling of relaxation - have From cosy village pubs, festival Weekend just to mention a few.
you noticed you sleep soundly after street food to gourmet restaurants,
a day on the beach? It’s the sea air! there’s something for everyone’s
Enjoy our beautiful bays and beaches, tastes in White Cliffs Country. It
our coastal walks, our unique piers, would be a culinary crime not to
fishing boats, yachts in the marina, visit Sandwich, next to the hamlet
our nautical towns with smuggling of Ham. Did you know... the word
alleyways and traditions “sandwich” for an item of food
was probably named after John
Montagu, the 4th Earl of Sandwich,
who to avoid interrupting a
gambling game, asked for meat to
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THE 149TH
OPEN
Dover District is proud to host ‘The 149th
Open’ at Royal St Georges Golf Club in
Sandwich, from 12th to 19th July 2020. This
will be the 18th time ‘The Open Championship’
PRINCE
’S
OTHER GOLF
has been held in White Cliffs Country and
will draw world-class players to compete for
the famous Claret Jug. As well as ‘The 149th
GOLF
C LUB
WALM
COURSES
Open’, White Cliffs Country has a total of four
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GOL KINGSDO PRINCE’S GOLF CLUB
stunning golf courses with breath-taking views F CL WN A classic 27-hole championship links
out to the Channel and the countryside. UB
course and host to ‘The Open’ in 1932. This
internationally renowned club welcomes
ROYAL ST GEORGE’S GOLF CLUB
visitors seven days a week. The Lodge offers
With it’s famously changing 18-holes set in 450
38 ensuite bedrooms overlooking the golf
acres of DDI dune land, it is one of England’s
course and Sandwich Bay.
finest links golf courses. Golfers can enjoy
beautiful surroundings, with wild flowers, dune
WALMER & KINGSDOWN GOLF CLUB
grasses and of course stunning sea views. The
Perched on top of the world-famous White
traditional and historic clubhouse is the ideal
Cliffs of Dover, with sea views from every hole,
venue from which to enjoy the best golf club
the unique location of this beautiful course
lunch in the country after a game.
delivers stunning views across the English
Channel to the coast of France. Walmer and
Kingsdown is one of only a few courses in the
world where golfers can see another country
while enjoying a round.
ROYAL CINQUE PORTS GOLF CLUB
The well-presented playing surface at Deal
is firm and undulating, challenging players’
skills with steep bunkers and, of course, a sea
breeze! With excellent practice facilities and
said to be one of the finest links golf courses
RGE’S in the British Isles, Royal Cinque Ports hosted
Y A L S T GEO
RO CLUB ‘The Open’ in 1909 and 1920.
GOLF
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Challenging Links Course C IN Q
ROYAL LF CLUB
3RD HOLE ROYAL ST GEORGE’S GO
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HISTORIC WHAT’S ON
DOVER MARCH
Dover Film Festival
Dover nestles under the protection of its Two films from 1979 and 2019, recording
magnificent castle and the busy port town events and lives of the people of Dover.
boasts some wonderful hidden gems. Dover ER
F DOV
Museum and Bronze Age Boat Gallery sits PORT O TTA DOV MAY
behind the old Market Hall façade. Just up REGA ER S
EAFR Crabble Corn Mill Beer & Cider Festival
ONT Featuring real ales and ciders from all over the
from Market Square is St Mary’s Church,
St Edmund’s Chapel, Maison Dieu and the country, including local specialities.
Roman Painted House – a fine example of a
JULY
Roman house in Britain.
Dover Carnival
If you fancy doing some shopping in the heart of See the colourful carnival as it winds its way
the town centre, the St James Retail and Leisure through the streets of Dover.
Park with a six-screen Cineworld multiplex
cinema and retail shops was opened in 2018. AUGUST
Port of Dover Community Regatta
A short walk away, located in a beautiful marina
A fantastic festival of family fun.
setting, is the De Bradelei Wharf outlet with
up to 70% discount on branded fashion and SEPTEMBER
homeware. Heritage Open Days
Take in the panorama of the Channel and see Explore some hidden historical gems during
the Heritage Open Days in Dover.
across to the coast of France on a stroll along
the seafront promenade - maybe tempting you NOVEMBER/DECEMBER
to take a day-trip on one of the regular ferry White Cliffs Christmas at
sailings. Don’t forget your passport! Dover’s Cruise Terminal 1
With a traditional Christmas market, ice rink,
DOVER MUSEUM live music and lots more, head to Port of
AND BRONZE AGE BOAT GALLERY Dover’s Cruise Terminal 1 for a White Cliffs
Our flagship museum, with family activity days Christmas.
throughout the year. See the world’s oldest-
know sea going vessel, as well as fascinating Dover Christmas Lights
real objects, models and original pictures Christmas lights switch on.
showing the history of Dover at the award-
winning Dover Museum & Bronze Age Boat ALL YEAR ROUND
Dover Museum Family Days
Gallery. FREE ENTRY.
Come along to one of the regular themed
family days held throughout the year – see
AN ACTIVE, ADVENTUROUS website for further details.
AND AUTHENTIC ENGLISH So much to discover Dover Castle
HISTORIC TOWN DOVER HARBOUR AND CASTLE Events held thoughout the year.
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MARITIME WHAT’S ON
DEAL MAY
Walmer Brocante
Antiques and collectables fair on Walmer Green
Walk to the modern award-winning building held on May Bank Holiday weekend.
at the end of Deal’s 1000ft long pier and look
back at a view that has hardly changed in over Classic Motor Show
a century. CAFÉ AT THE END Hundreds of classic vehicles on Walmer Green
MOTOR in aid of the RNLI.
Deal’s unspoilt seafront, full of dangerous OF THE PIER CLASSIC
SHOW JULY
smuggling haunts in the 1800’s, is now a
Deal Festival of Music and the Arts
wonderful collection of colourful buildings International and national artists perform at
complemented by the fishing boats hauled up venues in Dover, Deal and Sandwich at the
onto the shingle beach giving it a unique vista. annual popular two-week festival showcasing
A short stroll from the seafront you will find everything from street music to opera and local
art.
the Timeball Tower, Maritime Museum, Kent’s
Museum of Moving Image, churches, quaint Deal Carnival and Regatta
houses and pubs and the narrow lanes around Considered the South East’s oldest and finest
historic Middle Street. You’re not the first to enjoy carnival and regatta. The packed programme
the charm of this town though – Lord Horatio includes live music, firework displays, a rowing
Nelson himself entertained Lady Emma Hamilton regatta, teddy bear picnic, raft race, lorry-pull,
colourful carnival and much more.
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pie
at the Royal Hotel. Discover more on one of the
many guided tours and walks delivered by The
the Royal Marines Concert
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History Project and the Royal Marines Heritage Annual concert on Deal Memorial Bandstand at
Trail.
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Indulge yourself at the many wonderful tea rooms
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and coffee shops or browse around quaint gift
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Deal Braderie
shops, art galleries and antique emporiums.
U Open air antiques and memorabilia fayre held
through the town.
DEAL MARITIME & LOCAL HISTORY
MUSEUM Heritage Open Days
Explore some hidden historical gems during
Despite not having a harbour, Deal was once a
the Heritage Open Days in Deal.
major port and is steeped in history. Situated in
the heart of Deal Town Centre is Deal Maritime NOVEMBER/DECEMBER
and Local History Museum with a wonderful Deal Christmas Lights
collection of historic model boats, maritime Christmas carnival, parade and lights
exhibits and displays on local history. switch on.
DEA ALL YEAR ROUND
L MA
RITIM Astor Theatre
A QUAINT, QUIRKY AND EM
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QUINTESSENTIALLY ENGLISH M
Walmer Castle
SEASIDE TOWN Events held throughout the year.
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MEDIEVAL WHAT’S ON
SANDWICH MAY
Sandwich Food Fayre
Two-day food fayre in the heart of historic
Once a bustling and prosperous port, Sandwich Sandwich Town with stalls focused on quality
is now said to be ‘one of the most well preserved local products. The event celebrates the
medieval towns in Britain’. See it all from above sandwich itself, named after the 4th Earl of
by climbing St Peter’s Tower or wander through Sandwich in 1762, so come to Sandwich and
unspoilt streets, where there are more half- MOR enjoy a quality sandwich in Sandwich!
timbered houses than any other street in England RIS
L A MO DANCING Sandwich Salutes the 40’s
or follow the historic town trail. Built in 1579, the ICH G UILDHAL DERN W A free three-day event held in the medieval town of
Guildhall dominates the Market Square that was SANDW SEUM TWIS ITH Sandwich celebrating all that is 1940’s.
MU T!
once a corn and cattle market. It still has a weekly
markets and a monthly farmers’ market. JUNE
Little Gardens of Sandwich
In 1255, the first captive elephant was delivered to The hidden gardens of one of Kent’s most
England as a gift from the French King to Henry III. charming medieval towns opens up to public. The
Arriving at Sandwich quayside, it was then taken on perfect event for garden-lovers to find inspiration.
foot to the King’s menagerie in the Tower of London. Le Weekend
It is well worth a walk along the newly refurbished Two-day festival in Sandwich including an
quayside to Fisher Gate - dating from 1384 and one authentic Normandy market, food stalls, music,
classic cars and Can Can dancing.
of the two surviving original medieval town gates -
the other is the Barbican which later served as a toll JULY
gate for the bridge. Sandwich Folk & Ale Festival
Food has always been associated with the town - Quaint and engaging Annual festival with music and dancing in
Sandwich pubs and streets. Range of folk
in the 18th century the Earl of Sandwich is reputed TOLL BRIDGE AND BARBICAN musical styles with an outdoor stage on the
to have devised the popular snack, and this is Guildhall Forecourt.
celebrated in the annual food fayre.
AUGUST
There are many pubs, restaurants and cafés found Sandwich Festival
in the winding lanes of the town as well as a variety Popular annual event with street stalls, Italian food
of unique independent shops. market, street music and classic car meets.
SEPTEMBER
SANDWICH GUILDHALL MUSEUM Heritage Open Days
Visit the newly refurbished Sandwich Guildhall Explore some hidden historical gems during the
Museum with updated displays and an array of Heritage Open Days in Sandwich.
artefacts, including a display of an original Magna Sandwich Arts Week
Carta and Charter of the Forest. FREE ENTRY. Art exhibitions at St Peter’s Church and other
locations around the town. Music, concerts,
A RELAXED, ROMANTIC AND workshops, drama and film.
RUSTIC ENGLISH MEDIEVAL NOVEMBER/DECEMBER
THE Sandwich Christmas Lights
TOWN UN ON
40’S F REEN Christmas carnival, parade and lights switch on.
QUAY G
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SPECTACULAR
COASTLINE WHAT’S ON
AUGUST
OUR COAST AND COASTAL VILLAGES White Cliffs Walking Festival
Huge variety of walks to suit all abilities and
On our South East coast, overlooking the English interests. Whether your interests cover history
Channel, lays the village of Capel-le-Ferne, BREATHTAKING VIEWS or geocaching or flora and fauna, the festival
BATTLE OF
home to the national memorial to ‘The Few’ at ACROSS TO FRANCE BRITAIN has a walk for you.
the Battle of Britain Memorial and Scramble MEMORIAL
Experience.
To the east of Dover, visit the beautiful village of
St Margaret’s-at-Cliffe. Paddle in the sea at the bay
or take a fantastic walk along the coastal path on
the world-famous White Cliffs of Dover to South
Foreland Lighthouse for breath-taking views and
afternoon tea. The village has been home to some
famous faces including Noel Coward and James
Bond novelist, Ian Fleming. Fleming’s book, LIFFS
WHITE C STIVAL
Moonraker, is largely based in St Margaret’s FE
and nearby Kingsdown.
WALKING
From South Foreland Lighthouse head along the
cliff top path to the village of Kingsdown and stop
for a drink or a bite to eat at the Zetland Arms, ARMS
located on the beach. ZETLAND BEACH
N THE
PUB O
Continue up the coast to
Walmer, passing fishing boats
pulled up on the shingle
beach and wander out
E HOE
onto the pier at Deal before SAMPHIR
heading north to the sands
of Sandwich Bay with
its famous links golf
courses and dog SANDW ALL YEAR ROUND
friendly beaches. ICH B Samphire Hoe
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Regular events and exhibitions held throughout
the year – see website for details.
Iconic
WHITE CLIFFS OF DOVER
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UNIQUE
COUNTRYSIDE WHAT’S ON
JUNE
OUR GREEN AND PLEASANT LAND! Western Heights Open Weekend
View the Western Heights during one of the
We are best known for our coastal areas and the Open Weekends when the Drop Redoubt, one
famous White Cliffs but travel just a few miles of the two forts on the Western Heights and the
inland and you will discover the beauty of the CHI Grand Shaft will be open to visitors.
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North Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty ORCHAR WIN NDEN
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(AONB) and surrounding countryside, with many STOUR V OM LL ALL YEAR
little villages and hamlets nestling in our green ALLEY East Kent Railway
and pleasant land! Regular events held throughout the year – see
website for details.
Temple Ewell is situated in the Dour valley and was
first mentioned in a charter of c.772. In the village HOW GOOD IS THIS!
Goodnestone Park Gardens
of Shepherdswell there are two fine old yew trees Various events held through the year from plant
in the churchyard which are thought to be around sales to charity events.
1,000 years’ old and from here you can step back
in time with a trip on a heritage railway. Betteshanger Park
Coldred is one of the highest places in East Kent, Lots of events held throughout the year from
nearly 400ft above sea level. The cottages and pub open air cinemas to bird of prey experiences
around the village green date from the early 17th and Halloween events.
century. Take a stroll through Alkham Valley, within
the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with unique White Cliffs Countryside Partnership
chalk downland and ancient woodlands. Regular events for the whole family throughout
the year, from walks to exhibitions and
Goodnestone, locally pronounced as ‘Gunston’, workshops.
has a connection through its prestigious stately
home and park to Jane Austen. Eastry once
boasted a Royal Palace for the Kings of Kent, as
early as 660 AD, and Wingham has several half-
timbered houses in the high street which are over
500 years’ old. Close by is the Parish of Ash which
retains 11 of its 12 original manor houses.
Find out more about the history of our villages by
following a village trail or download a copy of the C H O OLS
ARK Unique chalk downland
ST S ER P
village trail leaflet from our website. R E
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CASTLES & OR
EME
RICHBOROUGH ROMAN FORT
YT
FORTS A D A The impressive ruins of the Roman Township
at Richborough mark the point from which the
Romans launched their successful invasion of
WHERE HISTORY COMES ALIVE! Britain in 43 AD. Extensive remains of the walls
and defensive ditches can be seen.
A highlight to any visit is to explore our
magnificent castles and forts. Britain’s spirit
of resistance to unwanted invasion over the
years is best symbolised by these amazing
structures. Regular re-enactments take place
CASTLE
to bring our history to life. DOVER
DOVER CASTLE
Built in the 1180’s by King Henry II and situated
on top of the iconic White Cliffs of Dover.
Discover 2000 years of history. Immerse yourself ROUGH
in the royal court of King Henry II in the Great RICHBO FORT
Tower or travel deep inside the White Cliffs to ROMAN
explore the atmospheric underground hospital
within the Secret Wartime Tunnels.
FORT BURGOYNE
DEAL CASTLE Situated on high ground overlooking Dover
For a fascinating day out on the Kent coast look DEAL Castle, Fort Burgoyne was built in the 1860’s to
CASTL
no further. Built by the order of King Henry VIII E protect Dover Castle.
it is one of the finest Tudor artillery castles in
England. Come and explore the whole of the Although there is no public access to the
castle from the exciting dark passages to the site, look out for one of the many ‘Discover
first floor captain’s residence. Fort Burgoyne’ guided walks taking place
throughout the year which provide an insight
WALMER CASTLE AND GARDENS into its history and emerging plans for the site.
Built in 1540 as part of Henry VIII’s chain
of coastal defences, the castle has been
transformed through centuries of domestic
refinements to an elegant stately home. See the Exciting events!
original Wellington boots, the reception rooms DOVER CASTLE
of HM Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother and
CASTLE
explore the magnificent gardens. WALMER DENS
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TO BRITAIN WESTERN HEIGHTS
Our past is what shaped our surroundings See living history displays at one of the
and gives us our identity as the ‘Gateway to Western Heights Drop Redoubt Open
Britain’ and nowhere is this more apparent Weekends, explore the historic fortress and
HTS
than when we look back at how White Cliffs E S T E R N HEIG descend the Grand Shaft staircase. Built during
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Country defended our shores. THE SCRAMBLE DOVER the Napoleonic Wars, to link the Harbour to the
EXPERIENCE barracks on the Western Heights, the unique
BATTLE OF BRITAIN MEMORIAL triple helix staircase winds round a central
The Battle of Britain Memorial situated high light-well 140 feet through the cliffs.
up on the White Cliffs at Capel-le-Ferne is
dedicated to Churchill’s famous “Few” who ROYAL MARINES AT DEAL
fought in the skies overhead to keep their Deal has also had a long association with the
country free from invasion. Visit the iconic Royal Marines who were stationed at barracks
building ‘The Wing’ and see the high tech in Deal from 1869 to 1996 and return each year
multimedia Scramble Experience which gives to play a concert on Deal Memorial Bandstand.
visitors an idea of life during the Battle.
Find out more about the rich history of the
DOVER CASTLE Royal Marines and their unique relationship
The wartime tunnels below Dover Castle were with Deal and Walmer by following the new
first dug during the Napoleonic Wars. It was self-guided Royal Marines Heritage Trail.
from here that the rescue operation ‘Operation Follow the trail around Deal and Walmer,
Dynamo’ was co-ordinated for the evacuation of looking out for the 23 embedded bronze
Allied Forces from Dunkirk. Immerse yourself in markers.
the drama of the evacuation
with state-of-the-art effects
and real film footage
combined to bring
the dramatic events
of May 1940 to life.
Great British Heritage
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ELVINGTON & EYTHORNE
HISTORY HERITAGE CENTRE
Learn about the history of Tilmanstone Colliery
and the mining villages at the Elvington and
As well as the natural landscape, agriculture, Eythorne Heritage Centre. The centre is packed
the maritime and shipping industry and with information including plans, images and
coal mining have shaped our coast and memorabilia.
countryside to what it is today.
GIFT SHOP
It was first speculated that there was coal EAST KENT RAILWAY
beneath Kent in the 1840’s and the Kent East Kent Railway was constructed between
Coalfield Syndicate was set up by Arthur Burr 1911-1917 as an industrial line to serve the
in 1896. Shakespeare Colliery was Kent’s first Kent Coalfield. The line from Shepherdswell
coal mine but never produced any commercial to Tilmanstone Colliery remained operational
coal. The first commercial coal was brought until 1984/1985. Today visitors can enjoy a
to the surface in 1912 at Snowdown Colliery. scenic 5 mile round trip between the villages of
Tilmanstone Colliery was begun near the village Eythorne and Shepherdswell.
of Eythorne in 1906. Betteshanger was the
biggest colliery in Kent and was the last Kent SOUTH FORELAND LIGHTHOUSE
colliery to close in 1989. Walk along the famous White Cliffs of Dover
to South Foreland Lighthouse. This striking
Find out more about the industrial heritage in Victorian landmark was the location for the first
White Cliffs Country with a visit to some of the international wireless transmission by Marconi
local attractions including a water mill which in 1898. Today visitors can take a guided tour
supplied flour to troops defending the Kent of the lighthouse or relax in Mrs Knott’s tea
coast from possible invasion, and a lighthouse History brought alive! room.
which was a lifesaving beacon for mariners CRABBLE CORN MILL DOVER
guiding ships around the treacherous Goodwin CRABBLE CORN MILL
Sands. Head to Crabble Corn Mill, the only working
water mill in Kent. Located in the picturesque
village of River, the mill was built in 1812 and is
packed with history.
WHITE MILL RURAL HERITAGE
CENTRE
Built in 1760, climb up inside a restored smock
KENT mill at the White Mill Rural Heritage Centre in
EAST WAY SOU
Sandwich. The site also includes a miller’s cottage
RAIL TH F and displays of country life.
LIGH ORELAN
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MARITIME DEAL
HISTORY CINQUE PORTS
The Confederation of the Cinque Ports
pronounced ‘SINK’ was formed in c.1050. The
Dover, Deal and Sandwich have all had long ON T five original members were Hastings, Romney,
HE H Hythe, Dover and Sandwich who in return
associations with the sea. From a 3,500 year OUR
THE for providing men and ships for 15 days free
old boat and Cinque Ports to modern day BALL service a year to the Crown, received many
Dover being one of the busiest ferry terminals BOAT DRO
AGE PS rights and privileges.
in the world with a thriving cruise industry and BRONZE
a marina. TIMEBALL TOWER MUSEUM
On Deal seafront is the working Timeball Tower
THE BRONZE AGE BOAT Museum. Visitors can see interactive, video
Come and see the world’s oldest-known sea- and static displays covering three centuries
going vessel at the Bronze Age Boat Gallery in of involvement in signalling, the fight against
Dover Museum. Discovered in 1992, just yards smuggling and its vital role in safe navigation
from where it is now displayed in its own gallery, of distant shores.
the boat is thought to be some 3,500 years’ old.
SMUGGLING
CHANNEL CROSSING Renowned for smuggling during the 18th
Since the 1870’s many brave and talented century, discover Deal’s history on an
swimmers have attempted and successfully CHA independent or guided walk through the old
NNEL part of town. Middle Street was the centre of
swum the English Channel. SWIM
MER Deal’s notorious smuggling activities and the
In August 1875 Captain Matthew Webb became smugglers’ hiding places were so good they are
the first swimmer to successfully complete an still being discovered to this day.
unaided swim across the Channel taking 21 DEAL MARITIME
hours 45 minutes. & LOCAL HISTORY MUSEUM
See a fascinating collection of local history at
Born in 1919, Sam Rockett was influential to Deal Maritime & Local History Museum. The
Channel swimming. In 1950 Sam was one of museum is housed in an old industrial building
only nine swimmers to finish the First Daily Mail and includes displays on local domestic and
International Channel Race. He had decided to industrial history, a model boat room, plus an
enter the race as a new challenge. exhibition celebrating the history of the Royal
Marines in Deal.
Published in 1956, Rockett wrote the renowned
book ‘It’s Cold in the Channel’ based on his own DEAL PIER
channel swimming experiences. Featured in the popular ITV drama “Liar”.
Deal’s present pier was built in 1954 and was
the first seaside pleasure pier of any size to
be built since 1910. The pier is internationally
recognised as an angling venue. In the award-
GH
E D INBUR R winning building at the end of the pier is Deal
Cinque Port history OF
DUKE NS DEA
L PIE Pier Kitchen. This modern café, featuring a
baby grand piano, offers an all-day dining menu
OPE
SANDWICH QUAY and supper clubs.
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Discover one of the many hidden gems in ST MARTIN LE GRAND OUR BEAUTIFUL CHURCHES
White Cliffs Country. Take a tour of Sandwich The church was founded in the 7th century White Cliffs Country has some wonderful
Guildhall, built in the reign of Elizabeth I or see and rebuilt after it was believed to have been churches. Barfrestone is known for its village
a fantastic range of maritime exhibits at Deal destroyed by the fire of 1066. View the remaining church with its Norman architecture and
Maritime & Local History Museum. walls adjacent to Dover Discovery Centre and the wonderful stone carvings. Other examples of
Roman Painted House. Norman churches can be found at Worth and
FAN BAY DEEP SHELTER Eastry.
Take a journey into the past, 70 feet under- ROMAN PHAROS
ground, on a guided tour of Fan Bay Deep The stained glass windows in the 14th century
Such history - such detail!
Located next to St Mary-in-Castro church within
Shelter in the White Cliffs of Dover. the grounds of Dover Castle is the oldest surviving church of St James in Staple commemorate
the local Plummers and the Ffrench-Blakes, old
PRINCESS OF WALES’S ROYAL
lighthouse ‘Roman Pharos’ in the country. The MAISON DIEU
lighthouse was once used by the Romans to aid families of the village.
REGIMENT & QUEEN’S REGIMENT navigation across the English Channel.
MUSEUM Probably the smallest church in England, still in
In the grounds of Dover Castle is the Princess At the Drop Redoubt on Dover’s Western Heights regular use, is St Edmund’s Chapel in Dover. The
of Wales’s Royal Regiment & Queen’s Regiment are the remains of a second Roman lighthouse. Chapel stands on what was once a cemetery and
Museum. With a series of displays, interactive and was probably intended for use as a chapel of rest.
video recordings, the museum traces the history MAISON DIEU (Dover Town Hall) Over three quarters of the chapel is original and
of the regiment. View the changing exhibitions of The Maison Dieu, the oldest of the Town Hall the remainder has been restored using medieval
artefacts in The Stone Hut - built in 1912 it is now buildings, was founded in 1203 by Hubert de materials.
used as an archaeological store. Burgh. Built to provide short term accommodation
to pilgrims travelling to and from Europe, the Dating from Saxon times and situated in the heart
DOVER TRANSPORT MUSEUM building has seen many changes of use over its of Dover town is St Mary’s Church. The church
Just a few miles outside town you will find Dover 800 years. has several beautiful stained glass windows
Transport Museum with displays of over fifty including the Great East Window and The
historic road vehicles, from a Penny Farthing ROMAN PAINTED HOUSE Zeebrugge Window.
bicycle to a double decker bus, many arranged Not far from Dover’s town centre is the Roman
in period street scenes. ST PETER’S CHURCH TOWER
Painted House. Built about AD 200 it formed part of
In Sandwich at St Peter’s Church you can explore
a large mansio or official hotel for travellers crossing
KENT MUSUEM OF THE MOVING the English Channel.
the churches centuries-old tower. Take a journey
IMAGE through the ages as you ascend the stairs of the
The museum centres on a collection of cinema tower and see views across this historic medieval
and pre-cinema artefacts, with more than town.
50,000 items in the collection amassed over
nearly sixty years. RIDE AND STRIDE
Visit one of the many churches open in the towns
and villages throughout White Cliffs Country as
part of Ride and Stride. Taking place in September
and supported by the National Churches Trust,
THE plan your own route whilst helping raise money for
ROMA
N PAIN W IC H FROM historic churches and chapels.
SAND TER’S
TE
- DO D HOUSE F ST PE
VER TOP O
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GARDENS & PINES CALYX GARDENS & MUSEUM
PARKS Jane Austen connections
Situated behind the White Cliffs are 6 acres
of garden with many fine features including a
cascade and adjoining lake, grass labyrinth
In White Cliffs Country we are proud to have
GOODNESTONE PARK and statue of Sir Winston Churchill. There is
S
a wonderfully varied selection of both formal EY PARK a museum featuring local history including
KEARSN information on Noel Coward and Ian Fleming
gardens and public parks. Relax in the beautiful
gardens at Walmer Castle, Goodnestone - both former residents of St Margaret’s. There
Park and the exquisite Salutation Gardens of is also a tea room serving delicious wholesome
Sandwich or discover Pines Gardens in St light lunches, hot and cold drinks and cream
Margaret’s. Kearsney Parks in Dover also offer teas.
a variety of outdoor family activities throughout KEARSNEY PARKS
the year. Take a leisurely stroll around Kearsney Abbey
WALMER CASTLE GARDENS just on the outskirts of Dover. The gardens are
Enjoy the tranquil setting of the Queen Mother’s laid out as informal parkland and you can enjoy
Garden as she did while here at Walmer Castle. a walk or relax watching the wildlife on the lake.
This contemporary garden was created in honour On the opposite side of the road to Kearsney
of her 95th birthday. Explore the mature trees of Abbey is Russell Gardens. The Grade II Listed
the woodland walk. On the Oval Lawn, take time gardens, designed by the renowned Edwardian
to read a book, or play with the new giant garden landscape architect Thomas H. Mawson (1861-
games in the summer. 1933), are laid out in a more formal style and
SUCH A PEACEFUL PLACE are popular all year round for a relaxing walk.
GOODNESTONE PARK GARDENS With £3m investment secured from Heritage
Considered to be one of the best gardens in
Lottery Fund and Big Lottery Fund restoration
the South East including woodland area, walled
of Kearsney Abbey and Russell Gardens is well
garden and a large collection of roses and
underway.
herbaceous plants. Goodnestone Park also has
connections to Jane Austen who was a frequent SANDOWN CASTLE
visitor. COMMUNITY GARDEN
This beautiful community garden stands in
SALUTATION GARDENS the ruins of Sandown Castle, one of the three
The beautiful Lutyens-designed garden, with its castles built on the orders of Henry VIII to guard
esteemed long borders and tree-lined avenues, the sea off Deal. The garden makes for a great
feature artistic and inventive planting that provide spot to relax.
visitors with an oasis of serenity and calm.
Wander around Lake Patricia, visit the vegetable OPEN GARDEN EVENTS
garden and enjoy a traditional afternoon tea. SALUT Don’t miss seeing some beautiful gardens as
ATION owners open their gardens to the public as part
G
SANDW ARDENS of the National Garden Scheme and The Little
ICH
Gardens of Sandwich event.
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ON WATER... ...LAND & AIR
White Cliffs Country has 26 miles of coast
But you don’t have to have sea legs to
beckoning to be discovered in all different
enjoy a thrill or two. At our newest country
ways from the thrill of a RIB ride beneath
park you can take on the challenge of an
the cliffs, a trip up the Stour to see a colony
IGEON obstacle course or try your hand with a bow
of seals or join in with water sports in Dover CLAY P G and arrow. If that sounds a bit tame why not
IN
harbour. SHOOT have a go at shooting or gliding?
DOVER SEA SAFARI BETTESHANGER PARK
Take advantage of our wonderful coastline on
an exhilarating tour on a RIB speed boat with
Fun on the water! Come along to Betteshanger Park and go on
a geocaching treasure hunt or try one of the
Dover Sea Safari. Choose from a variety of trips DOVER HARBOUR four orienteering courses. Let the kids run off
including their popular 2 hour Secret Seal Safari! a bit of steam in the play area equipped with
rope walks, cradle swings, slides, see-saws
SANDWICH RIVER BUS AND and more!
SEAL SPOTTING TRIPS
See seals and wildlife in the estuary on a two CLAY PIGEON SHOOTING
hour cruise with Sandwich River Bus. Ever wanted to try clay pigeon shooting?
Then head to Martin Gorse Wood Clay
DOVER SEA SPORTS CENTRE Pigeon Club. The small friendly club situated
There’s an exciting range of activities and between Dover and Deal welcomes everyone,
courses available at Dover Sea Sports from all ages and experience.
Centre. Learn to windsurf, try a dinghy sailing
or paddleboard course – from beginner to
LYDDEN HILL RACE CIRCUIT
I See regular motorsport events held
advanced there’s an activity for you. EA SAFAR
DOVER S throughout the year at Lydden Hill Race
Circuit - the ‘Home of Rallyrcross’. Bring
FISHING
your car or bike along to one of their Track
If you fancy trying a spot of sea
Days. Designed to be fun, track days are ideal
fishing, step aboard a charter
to learn more about your vehicle in a safe
fishing vessel operating from
environment.
Dover Marina or wander
out onto Deal Pier LORD GLIDING
and cast off.
OF LY
LYDDEN DDEN Situated in beautiful countryside, within
HILL the Earl of Guildford’s Waldershare Park is
Channel Gliding Club. The club has three
SEA F 2-seater gliders and a single seater for
ISHING
TRIPS more advanced solo flying. Trial lessons are
available for those just wanting to see what
gliding is about.
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PARTNERSHIP GREEN GANG
KEARSNEY PARKS DOVER
Don’t think the district only has adventures Look out for the range of Green Gang
for big boys and girls. We have plenty to events held throughout the year. Green
excite the little ones, too. They can meet the
dinosaurs, go wild on a cycle ride, take a train
ride or join in with the White Cliffs Countryside
Gang is a programme of activities for
children and their families. From fun days
and pond dipping to family walks you’re
LEISURE TIME
E!
Partnership Green Gang activities. sure to find an event the whole family can You can’t get bored in White Cliffs Country.
IENC
enjoy. Why not go swimming, fishing, have a game
WINGHAM WILDLIFE PARK of golf or simply head to the cinema to see
XPER
Get up close and personal with a loveable the latest movie.
meerkat, racoon or penguin on an Experience
E
SWIMMING
REAT
Day at Wingham Wildlife Park. Shadow a Reptile
If you fancy going for a swim, take a dip from one
Keeper or become a Keeper for the Day where
of the many beaches in the area or if you prefer,
TAG
you’ll meet some of the animals and help with
Tides Leisure Centre in Deal has an indoor leisure
their feeding all the while learning about the
WHA
pool with wave machine and flumes which is
animals.
popular with families. For the under 10’s there is
also Walmer’s outdoor paddling pool.
PARKS
Enjoy a family picnic in one of our beautiful WING
HAM FISHING
parks in White Cliffs Country. Kearsney Parks in WILD Head to Samphire Hoe or Deal Pier for some
LIFE
Dover holds many family events during the year PARK sea angling. Cottington and Sandwich Lake
including The Big Tree Climb. fisheries offer a variety of angling to suit
everyone.
Betteshanger Park offers plenty to keep the kids
entertained. Bring your bikes along or hire them CINEMAS
there and go on a family bike ride around the Settle down and catch one of the latest films
250 acre park. on the big screen. From an original thirties
art-deco cinema to open-air cinemas, to state
EAST KENT RAILWAY of the art six-screen Cineworld multiplex, we
For a wonderful family day out, step back in time have a great choice in White Cliffs Country.
and enjoy a 5 mile round trip on Heritage trains
at East Kent Railway. Ride the miniature railway, THEATRES, CONCERTS & SHOWS
see the model railway carriage and enjoy a CLIMB
CLIP ‘N eisure Centre With independent theatres and music venues
leisurely stroll around The Knees Woodland. new L you’ll be kept entertained whilst in White Cliffs
at the
County. Located in a former train station is
BEACHES, PROMENADES & PIERS The Booking Hall where you can see a range
From skimming stones, paddling in the sea NEW LEISURE CENTRE of live music and community events. The
and stunning sea views, nothing is better that a This exciting new leisure centre has a Astor Community Theatre has a year-round
family escape to the coast. Relax on one of our range of facilities including a county programme of events including live music
many beaches, take in amazing views from the standard swimming pool, squash courts, performances, theatre productions and films.
promenade on Dover and Deal seafront or enjoy health and fitness suite and a Clip ‘n Climb The Roundhouse Theatre hosts a range of
a stroll along one of our piers. climbing facility. theatre performances by local groups.
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LOVERS
Go rock pooling along our coast, pond dipping
in our parks, take a boat trip or climb up onto
ST MARGARET’S BAY
our unique chalk Downs. This is a diverse and
SE St Margaret’s Bay is a fantastic place for rock
wonderful area for all who love and appreciate SAND AL TRIPS pooling - a great way to discover what wildlife
nature. WIC
HQ exists along the coast.
UAY
SAMPHIRE HOE SANDWICH BIRD OBSERVATORY
Get up close to nature with a visit to Samphire Birdlife thrives in this diverse landscape - listen
Hoe. Samphire Hoe was made from the material for the call of the terns and the oyster catcher.
dug to create the Channel Tunnel and is a The egret has become a common sight on our
stunning location with wildflowers and birds, as marshes and buzzards can be seen catching the
well as peace and quiet. Warm up after a winter wind above our woodland. Sandwich Bay Bird
walk or cool off from the long summer days Observatory holds open days and talks.
with refreshments at the tea kiosk (open every
weekend of the year and most days from Easter to TIDAL COMPASS – TIDE WALKS
September). Book yourself on a Tide Walk in Deal. Suitable
for all ages and abilities, along the walk you’ll
NATURE RESERVES find out what makes the tides, why currents
NIS Y flow along the coast and much more.
We have wildlife in abundance in White Cliffs ADO TTERFL
Country. Why not book a wildlife tour, a seal B U
B LUE
spotting trip from Sandwich Quay or visit one
of our many nature reserves?
A good place to see the wildflowers and
butterflies of ancient chalk grassland is at
Whinless Down Nature Reserve. This nature
reserve is a gateway to the Area of Outstanding
Natural Beauty.
WHITE CLIFFS COUNTRYSIDE
PARTNERSHIP NATURE EVENTS LING
Join White Cliffs Countryside Partnership on one of K POO BAY
their many nature events from rock pooling to mini ROC GARET’S
AR
ST M
beast safaris.
Touch the bugs! SO MANY GREAT ACTIVITIES
SAMPHIRE HOE FOR KIDS AND ADULTS ALIKE!
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FOR EVERYONE CHALKUP21 ART
& ARCHITECTURE TRAIL
With stunning coast and countryside White Follow this new trail and discover 21st century
Cliffs Country has miles of walking trails to suit art and architecture. The 17 mile trail stretches
all ages and abilities. Whether an experienced from ‘The Wing’ at Capel to Deal Pier and
walker or casual rambler you’re sure to find WHITE CLI includes fine examples of coastal architecture.
ACCESS FFS
something to suit you. TO ALL P P21
ATHWAY CHALKU X SANDWICH ROPE WALK
WHITE CLIFFS ALY
PINES C For an historic walk around the medieval town
A must for all walkers is a cliff top walk along the of Sandwich, follow the path of the old town
iconic White Cliffs of Dover to St Margaret’s. Natural wall along the Ropewalk. This was once used
England is establishing a 2,700 mile path around for ships rope-making which required a long,
the entire English coastline and the England Coast straight stretch for ‘walking out’.
Path opened on the White Cliffs of Dover was the
first section to be opened in South East England. HISTORIC TOWN & VILLAGE TRAILS
Discover the history and heritage of our unique
DOVER TOTEMS towns and villages by following the Historic
See the newly installed ‘Dover Totems’ marking Town and Village Trails. Find churches, buildings
the pathway from Athol Terrace up to the White of interest and ancient hostelries with a wealth of
Cliffs of Dover. The totems have been inspired by history along the way.
the shape of lighthouses and Samphire Tower at
WHITE CLI WAYMARKED WALKING TRAILS
Samphire Hoe with patterns and images decorating FFS
WALKING Put your boots on and explore miles of marked
the totems. FESTIVAL
walking and themed trails:
WHITE CLIFFS WALKING FESTIVAL • Frontline Britain Trail
This week-long festival centres on the historic • Cliff Top Walks
towns of Dover, Deal and Sandwich. With over 40 • Samphire Hoe
walks ranging from 1 to 50 miles there’s a huge • Miner’s Way
variety of walks to suit all abilities and interests. • Stour Valley Way
• The North Downs Way
WALKING THE DOG • Saxon Shore Way
There are loads of areas to walk your dog during
• Dover’s Bluebird Heritage Trail
your stay, whether at one of our parks, in the
• England Coast Path
countryside or on the beach, we are a dog friendly
• Royal Marines Heritage Trail - Deal
place.
• Dover Totems - White Cliffs
DOV
ER T DOVER’S BLUEBIRD HERITAGE TRAIL
OTE Follow the self-guided Bluebird Heritage Trail
MS around Dover. Marked by distinctive bronze
Dog friendly pavement markers, the trail links 31 of Dover’s
historic buildings, sites and monuments.
BETTESHANGER PARK
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FOR ALL WALMER CYCLE PATH
What a lovely ride! WAYMARKED CYCLE ROUTES
White Cliffs Country is the perfect place for Whatever your ability take life at a slower pace
cycling so come and explore the area on two EAS and pedal one of the many waymarked routes:
wheels! Bring your bike with you or hire one Y FA The Sandwich Way – Route 15
MIL
and take advantage of our quiet country lanes, YC Starting at Dover seafront, this route takes
YCL you through beautiful rolling countryside, past
designated cycle paths and coastal tracks. There ING OFF
are even places where you can take your bike -RO ancient churches and villages on to the historic
AD
and cycle safely off-road. CYC town of Sandwich.
LING Cathedral to Coast – Routes 16 and 17
SAFE AND OFF-ROAD Cycle through stunning East Kent countryside
Betteshanger Park has a smooth 3km tarmac on this 50 mile circular ride. The route takes
track, with fast lane, providing safe, traffic-free you along regional routes 16 and 17 which link
cycling. There is also 10km of rugged mountain Dover, Canterbury and Folkestone.
bike trails running throughout the Park. Kent Coastal Castles Ride – National Route 1
Starting in Dover, follow the route along the
Designed with varying difficulty and for different coast to Kingsdown and on to Deal passing
abilities, they are perfect for both beginners and both Walmer and Deal Castle. From Deal the
those with off-road experience. route goes past Deal Pier and the Timeball
Tower then inland on to Sandwich.
LE TOUR DE SANDWICH LOCAL COUNTRYSIDE ROUTES
Held in June as part of Le Weekend this popular For great views of open countryside, woods and
event, starting and finishing in Sandwich, offers a hedgerows follow the Skylark Trail or explore
choice of 3 distances from 50k to 100k through the beautiful lower slopes of the North Downs
beautiful Kent countryside. between Deal and Shepherdswell on the Miner’s
Way Cycle Trail.
The Skylark Trail
With great views of open countryside, the route
starting from Walmer station takes you through
the small villages of Guston and East Langdon
and along country roads on to Dover.
The Miner’s Cycle Trail
This 30 mile cycle trail goes through beautiful
countryside linking the former mining villages of
East Kent.
R BETT
LE TOU H ESHA
NGER CYCLE HIRE
DWIC
DE SAN PARK If you want to hire a bike in White Cliffs Country,
there are a number of cycle hire shops to
choose from - for more information visit our
website.
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INSPIRATION CHEQUERS KITCHEN
Our beautiful coastline and stunning Book yourself onto a cookery class at
countryside have been an inspiration for many Chequers Restaurant in Deal. From artisan
writers and artists throughout the centuries, bread-making to a fish masterclass or baking
LLERIES
come and see what inspired them. ART GA mornings for the children, there’s a wide
variety of cookery courses and workshops in
GALLERIES & SHOPS their fully equipped teaching kitchen. Whether
We have a host of galleries in White Cliffs an accomplished cook or a beginner you’re
Country. Seaward Gallery on Deal seafront sure to find something to suit you.
exhibits paintings by Penny Bearman. Formerly
a chapel, Linden Hall Studio has space over two THE WILD KITCHEN
floors for artists to exhibit their work. Boasting Adventure into the Kent landscape on a
a ‘punk rock’ ethic DONT WALK WALK Gallery forage and feast course with The Wild
offers something a little different. Opened in Kitchen. Find fresh shellfish, edible seaweed
2017 is Will and Yates, an art gallery and home and lots of other
store, with original paintings, ceramics and new delicious food in
decorative pieces. Many of the galleries hold secret places,
regular exhibitions. learn how best
to cook them
White Cliffs Country has a number of and enjoy a
independent shops selling a range of arts and wild gourmet
crafts, unique gifts and jewellery. lunch.
ANTIQUE FAIRS THE WILD
Look out for the antique fairs in White Cliffs KITCHEN
Country. Walmer Brocante, an antique and
collectables fair, is held on Walmer Green over
the May Bank Holiday weekend. Held in the COCKTAIL MASTERCLASS
high street in Deal is the annual Braderie in If you fancy a cocktail visit The Lanes in Deal,
September with antiques, collectables, jewellery, you can even book a fun packed cocktail
crafts and lots more. masterclass here!
WORKSHOPS GARDENING CLASSES
Create that special gift. Learn new techniques Book yourself onto one of the popular gardening
and skills to design and make your own classes at The Salutation in Sandwich. Learn
jewellery. Hazeedaze gift and bead shop in how to grow plants in your own garden at their
Sandwich offers Bead Weaving Classes and at Propagation Masterclass or create pots and
Rees and Rees in Deal you can take part in a containers bursting with vibrant colour on the
jewellery course or workshop. Container Garden class.
Inspired creativity
WHITE CLIFFS PATHWAY
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IN OR OUT Perfect location for a picnic
Take your pick from a wide range of great
places to eat out in White Cliffs Country
- from cafes, delicatessens, bistros and
Indulge in the quintessentially English pursuit
DOVER CLIFFS restaurants you’ll be spoilt for choice. Why
of taking afternoon tea. For that special lunch
not try some locally caught fresh fish and
or evening meal you have a choice from
other local produce whilst dining in one of the
traditional English fare through to continental CREA
EAST M many wonderful restaurants and pubs.
and world cuisine, and if catering for yourself KENT TEA
locally produced means local! RAILW Relax and enjoy a traditional English
AY
Afternoon Tea of tea served in china tea
LOCAL PRODUCE cups with homemade cakes and scones with
If during your stay here you are looking for clotted cream and jam in a quirky tea room
places that sell locally produced meat, fruit and or hotel.
vegetables then you’ll find plenty of places in
White Cliffs Country. From home reared meat Don’t miss the new Marco Pierre White
including beef, lamb and pork to large ranges of Chophouse restaurant and Wheeler’s Fish &
fruit and vegetables grown on local farms or why Chips Shop at the Best Western Plus Dover
not visit one of the farms where you can pick Marina Hotel located on Dover seafront. The
your own fruit including strawberries, cherries Chophouse restaurant features traditional
and raspberries? For freshly caught fish head to home-grown classics whilst Wheeler’s Fish &
one of the fishmongers. Chips Shop showcases Marco’s take on the
OPEN FARM SUNDAY nation’s favourite dish.
Just on the outskirts of Dover is Little Farthingloe Look out for the Open Farm Sunday events taking
Farm. The farm has a farm shop, bakery, place in June. At Solley’s Farm in Ripple, near In the heart of Deal is the Frog and Scot,
traditional butchers and cider shop. The bakery Deal there will be tours of the dairy plus tractor a lively French bistro offering quality
offers a wide selection of breads, cakes and rides around their new nature trail. Goldstone ingredients, superbly cooked.
pastries which are baked through the night Farm near Ash offers tractor rides around the
by the bakers at Farthingloe. Plus there’s a For a traditional stone baked pizza try Pizza
orchards and you get to pet the bull! GioVANni, within the Drill Hall in Sandwich,
restaurant and café on site.
which has a quirky outside feel inside! Said to
Try some fresh from the farm real dairy ice cream have the best gluten free pizzas in town.
at Solley’s Ice Cream Parlour. You can create
your own ice cream sundae from a choice of For pub food with a difference ‘The Dog at
over 15 flavours! Wingham’ won the ‘Best for Food’ title at the
2019 Great British Pub Awards.
At Barnsole Vineyard you can take a mini tour
and try wine tasting. The vineyard makes English
I SANDWICH FOOD FAYRE
sparkling wine and still red and white wines are
G IO VANN During May in the heart of the historic town of
sold exclusively from their winery door. PIZZA DWICH Sandwich is the annual two-day food fayre. The
TRADIT SAN
IONA food fayre has many food stalls from the UK
ICE C L LOCAL and around the world, as well as street music,
REAM
making it an event for everyone to enjoy.
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WHITE HORSE DOVER
MICROPUBS
BE MERRY! If you want to try somewhere different to
the traditional pub or wine bar, there are a
number of micropubs across the district. The
From the traditional country pub to wine Thirsty Scarecrow Cider House was Britain’s
bars there are plenty of places to relax with a first micro cider house and has a great
drink, and maybe a bite to eat, in White Cliffs selection of real ciders from both Kent and
Country. Here are a some suggestions... further afield.
Originally built in 1365, The White Horse is For a relaxed environment without television,
Dover’s oldest pub. Not only worth a visit for a juke box, fruit machines or mobile phones
the good pub food and real ales but also to head to The Just Reproach in Deal.
see the wall where successful English Channel The Mermaids Locker is a 13th century
Swimmers sign their names to record their building in Sandwich offering real ale and
achievement. cider available from Kent cider makers.
Le Pinardier is a quirky wine bar and shop In the picturesque village of Barfrestone is
located in Deal High Street. The Wrong Turn. This chalet style pub is just 5
Enjoy panoramic views across the English minutes’ walk from St Nicholas’ Church with
Channel at The Coastguard Pub in St Margaret’s its Norman architecture and wonderful stone
Bay, just a stone’s throw from the sea and is carvings.
Britain’s nearest pub to France. BEER FESTIVALS
The George and Dragon located in the medieval Head to the annual Beer Festival in May
town of Sandwich is a 15th century inn serving at Crabble Corn Mill or their Cider and Ale
craft beers. Festival in the autumn. Both festivals feature
real ales and ciders from all over the country.
The Freed Man is a nautically themed micropub
ESTIVAL L Hosted at Dover Town Hall by the Dover, Deal,
and was previously a post office. Located in BEER F RN MIL
Walmer the pub offers a selection of drinks R A B B LE CO Sandwich & District branch of CAMRA is the
C White Cliffs Festival of Winter Ales offering
including real ales and cider.
real ales plus a range of ciders.
The Zetland Arms in Kingsdown sits right on the
pebble beach looking out on coloured beach SANDWICH FOLK & ALE FESTIVAL
huts and magnificent sea views bordered by the THE FREE Held in the centre of the beautiful town of
D MAN, W
White Cliffs. DOG FRIE ALMER Sandwich is the annual Sandwich Folk and
NDLY Ale Festival. The festival has a range of folk
Many of the pubs and restaurants in White Cliffs
music styles with music and dancing in
Country have won awards or been mentioned
Sandwich pubs and streets.
in newspaper and magazine listings and are
well worth a visit. The award winning ‘The Dog SAN
DW
at Wingham’ offers an ever-changing range of ICH
F
beers, wines and spirits, with a particular focus FES OLK &
TIVA ALE
on locally brewed real ales L
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