Days Out

White Cliffs of Dover
Langdon Cliffs, Upper Road, Dover, Kent CT16 1HX
Tel: 01304 202756 Fax: 01304 215484
Email: whitecliffs@nationaltrust.org.uk
Web: www.nationaltrust.org.uk
The White Cliffs of Dover are internationally famous. The Gateway visitor centre introduces the visitor to five miles of coast & countryside with spectacular views of the English Channel and Port of Dover. Much of the chalk downland along the clifftops is classified as SSSI with interesting flora and fauna.

Opening Hours and Admission
Summer: 1000-1700. Mon-Sun Mar-Oct
Winter: 1100-1600. Mon-Sun Nov-Feb
No entry charge. Car Parking Charge: £2.00

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Connaught Park
Connaught Road, Dover
To book Tennis Courts call: 01304 201211
Connaught Park is located near to Dover Castle. These beautiful gardens offer a tranquil setting within Dover Town. There are plenty of areas to sit and enjoy a picnic or just take in the views. Facilities include a children’s play area, eight grass tennis courts, mini football and toilet facilities.

Opening Hours and Admission
Open 24 hours a day.

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Frontline Britain Trail
St Margaret’s-at-Cliffe
Tel: WCCP 01304 241806
Discover the wildlife and history of the countryside of the cliff-top village of St Margaret's-at-Cliffe on an easy circular walk, the Frontline Britian Trail. Starting from the car park within the village, or from the car park at St Margaret's Bay, discover a series of information panels about history and wildlife as you follow the waymarked trail. There are information panels about the trail in both car parks. A free leaflet is available about the trail with further information about the Heritage Coast

Opening Hours and Admission
Open all year. Admission free.

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Gazen Salts Nature Reserve
C/O Town Clerks Office Guildhall,
Cattle Market, Sandwich
Tel: 01304 611925
A wonderful example of a man made nature reserve, within a 15 acre site. 1 1/2 miles of winding paths escort you through the many created habitats. A central lake accommodates an attractive collection of wildfowl which may be fed. An enjoyable visit for all the family. Free without opening restrictions. NO DOGS PLEASE.

Opening Hours and Admission
Open daily. Admission free.

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Kearsney Abbey
Alkham Valley Road, Temple Ewell, Dover
Tel: 01304 826262
Enjoy walking around the gardens or relax watching the wildlife on the lake. Facilities also include tea rooms, childrens play area and BBQ area, plus putting green and grass tennis courts at Russell Gardens adjacent to Kearsney Abbey. To book tennis courts call 01304 201211. Parking and toilet/disabled toilet facilities,

Opening Hours and Admission
Park 24 hours a day.
Tea Rooms open:
Apr-Jun 1000-1800 . Jul-Aug 1000-1900.
Sep 1000-1800. Oct 1000-1700.
Nov-Feb Sat & Sun only 100-1600.
Mar 1000-1700
Admission free.

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Samphire Hoe
Off the A20 carriageway between Dover - Folkestone
Tel: 01304 225649
Samphire Hoe is an amazing place, made from the material dug to create the Channel tunnel, with something for everybody: a stunning location, wild flowers, birds, sea angling, peace and quiet, painting or walks. Refreshments are available on site. The site is accessible for all people, providing gentle and interesting walks - the further you get from the car park the more wild the site becomes. Guided walks and other activities are regularly organised.

Opening Hours and Admission
0700-dusk every day. Pay and display car park: 1 hour 50p, all day £1.00

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Western Heights
South Military Road, Dover
Tel: WCCP 01304 241806
Extensive fortifications dating from the late 1700's and 1800's, surrounded by the the green slopes of a Local Nature Reserve. There are fine views over The Channel and Dover. Access via South Military Road (A20 Western Heights roundabout) or via Cowgate Steps along the North Downs Way. Discover the history and wildlife of the site on three waymarked walking routes, contained in a free colour leaflet.

Opening Hours and Admission
Open daily. Admission free.

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Whinless Down
Elms Vale Recreation Ground, Dover
Tel: WCCP 01304 241806
This new Local Nature Reserve is a gateway to the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It is a good place to see the wild flowers and butterflies of ancient chalk grassland, with dramatic views over Dover. Access from Elms Vale Recreation Ground, where there is a free car park and an information panel. A free leaflet is available showing the walking routes with information about wildlife and history.

Opening Hours and Admission
Open daily. Admission free