White Cliffs Country Blog

Read our blog posts to dig a little deeper and learn more about life in wonderful White Cliffs Country.

  • School holidays inspiration

    10 things to do on a budget in White Cliffs Country this summer - great ideas to keep children entertained during the school holidays in the Dover, Deal and Sandwich area.

    A family flying kites in front of a whitewashed lighthouse

  • D-Day 80 in White Cliffs Country

    Dover's part in the success of D-Day and the 80th anniversary commemorative events taking place in the Dover, Deal and Sandwich area.

    Black and white photo of dummy landing craft in Dover Harbour in 1944.

  • Saunas by the sea

    Reap the health and wellbeing benefits of a sauna by the sea in Dover and open-water swimming near Sandwich this winter.

    The exterior of Rebels Dover, a cafe and sauna, with the White Cliffs behind.

  • Royal connections in White Cliffs Country

    As the world watches King Charles III's coronation on 6 May 2023 and the country celebrates all things royal, here's a round-up of events in the area and a fascinating look at our many royal visitors over the centuries with links to story maps so you can follow in their footsteps and discover more.

    The fortress walls of Dover Castle with a blue sky and fluffy clouds

  • Richborough Roman Fort reopens

    A reconstructed Roman gateway and rampart providing panoramic views across Richborough Roman Fort and Amphitheatre and the surrounding countryside is now open to the public.

    A reconstructed Roman gateway and rampart at Richborough Roman Fort