White Cliffs Country is an easy destination to visit from anywhere in the world and is within easy access from all major London airports by rail and road.
Around one hour from central London by train (High Speed 1), connected by two motorways (M20 and M2), White Cliffs Country couldn't be easier to visit, discover and explore.
Find out more by clicking on the headings below.
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Car / Motorbike
White Cliffs Country is within quick and easy reach of both the M2 and M20, the motorway links to/from London and beyond.
The M25 is around 1 hour 10 minutes from Dover via the A20/M20 or A2/M2.
There is plenty of parking within the district, all easily accessible from main routes. For details on parking please refer to the below 'Car Parking and Charging' section.
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Driving and Speed Limits
You must keep to the speed limit for the type of road and type of vehicle. For cars, motorcycles, car-derived vans and dual-purpose vehicles the speed limits are as follows; in built up areas 30 mph (miles per hour), single carriageways 60 mph, dual carriageways and motorways 70 mph. This is just general advise, check road signs for the speed limit that applies for example built up areas may be 20 mph.
You must wear a seat belt if one is fitted in the seat you’re using. Please check the following website for further guidance on driving in the UK: www.gov.uk/browse/driving/highway-code-road-safety
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Car Parking and Charging
There is plenty of parking within the White Cliffs Country, all easily accessible from main routes. You can pay by credit/debit cards, cash and euros.
Please take a look at the Dover District Council website for details of council car parks in Dover, Deal and Sandwich. Dover District Council also own and maintain a number of free car parks.
The Port of Dover operate the following car parks; Union Street Car Pack, Cruise Terminal and Eastern Docks. Please take a look at the Port of Dover website for details.
Only 15 minutes from the Port of Dover is the Stop 24 service station with toilets and shower facilities. Please take a look at the Stop 24 website for details.
Relyon car parking operates a Park and Ride service with buses going to both Dover Eastern Docks and Cruise Terminals. Please take a look at the Reylon website for details.
Caravan Parking
Please refer to the Dover District Council website for details on Caravan Parking.
Motor Home Parking
Please refer to the Dover District Council website for details on Motor Home Parking.
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Car Hire
There are options to hire a car in White Cliffs Country. If you need any advise please contact us.
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Train
Travelling by rail in White Cliffs Country couldn’t be easier with plenty of train stations including: Dover Priory, Deal, Sandwich, Walmer, Martin Mill, Shepherdswell, Kearsney, Adisham and Ayelsham.
Tel: 0345 322 7021
Website: www.southeasternrailway.co.uk/
There are regular Southeastern train services to London St Pancras, London Waterloo, London Charing Cross and London Victoria.
Southeastern's Javelin High Speed service (High Speed One) travels between Sandwich, Deal, Walmer, Martin Mill or Dover and London St Pancras. The journey from London St Pancras and Dover Priory takes just over one hour - which is perfect for a day trip to the coast!
Visit www.southeasternrailway.co.uk/ to book your train tickets.
- Eurotunnel (Cars to/from Folkestone to/from Calais in 35 minutes)
Dover is only 15 minutes away from the Channel Tunnel (vehicles only to/from Calais).
Tel: +44 (0) 8443 35 35 35
Website: www.eurotunnel.com/
Eurotunnel Le Shuttle is easily reached from Junction 11a on the M20. Taking just 35 minutes to Calais, it is a popular choice when taking your car.
- Eurostar (High speed passenger train to/from Ashford, Ebbsfleet or London to/from France)
Dover is only 25 minutes from the International Passenger Station at Ashford and approximately one hour away from Ebbsfleet which is now the main International Station.
Tel: (+ 44) 03432 186 186
Website: www.eurostar.com/
Eurostar operates a high speed rail service to the Continent.
Trainline is Europe's leading train and coach app, working with 207 rail and coach companies to offer customers travel to thousands of destinations in and across 44 countries in Europe.
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Coach
National Express operates frequent coach travel between London, Dover and Deal. Change at London Victoria for coaches to the rest of the UK.
Eurolines coach services travel across Europe departing the UK at Dover Port.
Trainline is Europe's leading train and coach app, working with 207 rail and coach companies to offer customers travel to thousands of destinations in and across 44 countries in Europe.
All Visitor Information Centres within White Cliffs Country are agents for the National Express. Just pop in for advice and bookings.
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Coach and Minibus Parking
Please visit the Dover District Council Website for details on Coach and Minibus parking.
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Bus
There is a regular bus service within White Cliffs Country offering single, return and megarider tickets. Check with the service provider, Stagecoach, for the correct fare for your journey and requirements.
Stagecoach
Tel: 03456 00 22 99
Website: www.stagecoachbus.com/
All Visitor Information Centres within White Cliffs Country have Stagecoach local bus timetables for the district. Just pop in for advice.
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Taxis
There are a few different local taxi firms operating in White Cliffs Country. All Taxis are required to have a license.
Please visit the Dover District Council Website for details of taxi operators within White Cliffs Country.
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Bike
There are plenty of cycle routes throughout White Cliffs Country. Pick up one of the Walking and Cycling Guides from one of the Visitor Information Centres for inspiration.
Don’t worry if you didn’t bring your own you can hire one from Mike’s Bike’s in Deal.
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Walk
Walking is a great way to get around White Cliffs Country, with many routes for the keen rambler or town explorer. Walking enables you to connect the places and discover something in between.
Pick up one of the Walking and Cycling Guides from one of the Visitor Information Centres for inspiration.