About White Cliffs Of Dover
One of the most beautiful pieces of coastline in Britain. The National Trust cares for 8km of the White Cliffs, protecting it forever for everyone.
White Cliffs Of Dover Description
When it comes to iconic British landmarks, it doesn't get much better than the White Cliffs of Dover. Not only are the cliffs steeped in our nation's history, but they're an important natural habitat.
We looks after 8km of the cliffs for everyone to enjoy, like our page to find out about what we are doing and share our love of this special place.
Our house rules:
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Reviews
We're looking for another cook to help our existing team; it's a permanent role, 1250 hours per year, with overtime available. If you’ve had some catering experience before and fancy helping us bake and make our delicious food, then take a look. There is more info here => https://tinyurl.com/y7tt3yo6
Sunday 18th March - the Visitor Centre will be open as normal today. If you are planning on going for a walk on the cliffs please be aware that the cliff paths are muddy and slippery because of the recent snow.
Saturday 3rd March update - The Visitor Centre will be open as usual today, but Mrs Knotts tearoom at South Foreland Lighthouse will remain closed all weekend. If you are planning on taking a walk, please remember that the cliffs paths will be slippery.
Due to the ice conditions on site we are closed today. We'll post an update about the weekend tomorrow morning.
Due to storm Brian, Fan Bay Deep Shelter will be closed today. We are hoping to keep South Foreland Lighthouse open as usual, but please check before starting your walk. If you are out on the cliff paths today, please take extra care.
Our annual plant fair is just around the corner, we've got thousands of plants at fantastic prices. Join us on the 6th & 7th May, 10-4pm, you can get more information about it here => http://bit.ly/PlantFair
Join our team! We're looking for a Commis Chef, to help us prepare delicious food for our visitors. If you think this could be you, then get in touch. The vacancy is 30hrs per week until the end of October. There's more details here => http://bit.ly/NTcatering
Come and join our amazing team! We have the following positions available; full time Lighthouse Supervisor (IRC45718) a fixed term full time Catering Supervisor (IRC46772) and fixed term part time Visitor Welcome Assistants (IRC46466). For more information and to apply, please click here => http://bit.ly/NTJoinUs
The lighthouse will be open on New Years day between the hours of 11am and 3pm. Come and see us for a cup of tea and cake.
How about stretching your legs whilst taking in the landscape? We're now open everyday and the Visitor Centre be open between 11am and 4pm.
Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from everyone at the White Cliffs of Dover. Our car park and visitor centre will both be closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
This Sunday is our annual classic car rally in conjunction with Dover Transport Museum. Come along and see an array of classic vehicles in our car park from 10:30 -2pm. There is more information here => http://bit.ly/2c0OyED
Looking for something interesting to do this weekend? Why not come and visit Fan Bay Deep Shelter? We're open everyday over the bank holiday weekend, There's more info here => http://bit.ly/2bFSMjF
If you are using the Port of Dover to visit the continent this year, why not pop and see us on your way past?
Can you help us by donating some second hand books? We rely on book donations to keep our second hand book area topped up, so if you have some books you don't want, please think about donating them to us.
Interested in photography and would like to try something new? Come and have exclusive access to the Fan Bay Deep Shelter with a volunteer photographer who can give you helpful hints to get the most out of your visit. This event is FREE and is on Friday 5th August 4pm – 7pm as part of the BIG Festival. To book your place call 01304 207326 by 4pm on Wednesday, or get more information here => http://bit.ly/2avrZqm
A great photo of our Exmoor ponies on the cliffs, thanks to Paul Harris for this lovely picture.
Why not make the most of some summer sunshine this week and come for a walk along the cliffs?
We visit this site quite a lot and have a nice tea and coffee in the cafe overlooking the port.
The National Trust has made the white cliffs an accessible and great place to visit. Car park is very reasonably priced. They have good facilities, cafeteria, gift shop and amenities. The views from the cliff tops are breath taking. I thoroughly recommend visiting the site.
Spectacular view and chilled environment away from the city.I was excited to be too near yet too far from France.The hike was wonderful and despite the wind and cold,the view ahead was motivation enough to continue going.
Really loved it made the effort to go all the way down to the beach to get 20 feet away to find the sign saying cliff fall no path! Could have put the sign at the top! Still every moment x
Lucky to live not far away so visit regularly especially in Summer. Walk for hours now Fan Bay Shelter is open as well. All good. Downside the people standing close to the cliff edge was worrying. The Trust volunteers were not impressed . You can often see Calais so clearly when weather permits
It was like visiting my past
It was an amazing place to see. We walked down the zig zag trail down the cliff face but were disappointed to discover at the last bit where you could get down on to a beach had collapsed. Still a memorable experience.
It was a place my husband wanted to visit on our trip to England. Although it was difficult to get there, with very narrow roads, it appeared that we had made wrong turns. After parking and we hiked for a few minutes, the beauty and the color of the cliffs and the ocean was revealed. It was worth it!
Good place to go walking especially as I’m currently training for a 26 mile charity walk,Cafe and shop isn’t bad either
Awesome place and view!!! ���
Amazing views. Places to seat along the way along cliff walk. Choice of paths for the less able. 50 minutes walk to light house along cliff path with up and down hilly bits. Top path "safer for little children, unfortunately you do miss the continues stunning view you get in the cliff path but you can't have everything" it's about 30 minutes walk and straight path but no seats until nearly the end when walking from light house back. Clean toilets. Love the picnic tables in every car park level. Amazing views from the toptear of car park. Tasty home made sandwich and cakes at the light house cafe. I will visit soon this amazing place again. Truly recommend.
Amazing and beautiful place!... Totally enjoyed the views from every angle... Nice place to have a spot of food..�
Absolutely loved it . Apart from you were very close to the cliff edge . Some sort of fencing should be put around it for safety of children
Absolute stunning place... helped with the weather but this was wonderful. Views out to see blue on blue where ever I looked only broken by the passing ferries... Good paths for all to use.. and your able to go off route as there a numerous paths made by visitors... Stopped at South Foreland Lighthouse for a brew... Then walked back... 50 min walk each way..... Dare you do it....
A favourite walk of mine regularly done and tea at Mrs Knotts tea room at Southforeland light house. Great walk at anytime but if the suns out the cliffs get so white and the views towards France are to die for. The colours of the water towards the cliffs where the chalk washes away turn the sea a beautiful milky blue. Great day out and an easy route following the prepared paths or do like I do and follow the path toward the cliff edge but do be careful of getting to near.
We had a nice brisk walk along the White Cliffs early morning had intended to have a coffee and pastry at the cafe after our walk but they didn't open until 10 and we were short on time to get to the ferry across. Beautiful views and lovely hike.
The white cliff wall offers a stunning view from our air bnb back porch, the train route and landscape was equally beautiful. U gortu.ately we could not explore all that Dover has to offer as out time was extremely limited and was focus primarily on connecting with a long lost relative. We did get the opportunity to enjoy a delicious Turknish meal and view the festive street parade.
Nice walk. Best not to do the the walk at mid day when its hot. Light House cafe about 50 minutes walk, can get a bit crowded the staff are great work very hard
Loved it, only thing is, would liked to have seen more of the cliffs from the walk itself. Would have liked to have done the crossing but we didn't have time. Also was a hazey day and could not see France �
We visit this site quite a lot and have a nice tea and coffee in the cafe overlooking the port.
The National Trust has made the white cliffs an accessible and great place to visit. Car park is very reasonably priced. They have good facilities, cafeteria, gift shop and amenities. The views from the cliff tops are breath taking. I thoroughly recommend visiting the site.
Spectacular view and chilled environment away from the city.I was excited to be too near yet too far from France.The hike was wonderful and despite the wind and cold,the view ahead was motivation enough to continue going.
Really loved it made the effort to go all the way down to the beach to get 20 feet away to find the sign saying cliff fall no path! Could have put the sign at the top! Still every moment x
Lucky to live not far away so visit regularly especially in Summer. Walk for hours now Fan Bay Shelter is open as well. All good. Downside the people standing close to the cliff edge was worrying. The Trust volunteers were not impressed . You can often see Calais so clearly when weather permits
It was like visiting my past
It was an amazing place to see. We walked down the zig zag trail down the cliff face but were disappointed to discover at the last bit where you could get down on to a beach had collapsed. Still a memorable experience.
It was a place my husband wanted to visit on our trip to England. Although it was difficult to get there, with very narrow roads, it appeared that we had made wrong turns. After parking and we hiked for a few minutes, the beauty and the color of the cliffs and the ocean was revealed. It was worth it!
Good place to go walking especially as I’m currently training for a 26 mile charity walk,Cafe and shop isn’t bad either
Awesome place and view!!! ���
Amazing views. Places to seat along the way along cliff walk. Choice of paths for the less able. 50 minutes walk to light house along cliff path with up and down hilly bits. Top path "safer for little children, unfortunately you do miss the continues stunning view you get in the cliff path but you can't have everything" it's about 30 minutes walk and straight path but no seats until nearly the end when walking from light house back. Clean toilets. Love the picnic tables in every car park level. Amazing views from the toptear of car park. Tasty home made sandwich and cakes at the light house cafe. I will visit soon this amazing place again. Truly recommend.
Amazing and beautiful place!... Totally enjoyed the views from every angle... Nice place to have a spot of food..�
Absolutely loved it . Apart from you were very close to the cliff edge . Some sort of fencing should be put around it for safety of children
Absolute stunning place... helped with the weather but this was wonderful. Views out to see blue on blue where ever I looked only broken by the passing ferries... Good paths for all to use.. and your able to go off route as there a numerous paths made by visitors... Stopped at South Foreland Lighthouse for a brew... Then walked back... 50 min walk each way..... Dare you do it....
A favourite walk of mine regularly done and tea at Mrs Knotts tea room at Southforeland light house. Great walk at anytime but if the suns out the cliffs get so white and the views towards France are to die for. The colours of the water towards the cliffs where the chalk washes away turn the sea a beautiful milky blue. Great day out and an easy route following the prepared paths or do like I do and follow the path toward the cliff edge but do be careful of getting to near.
We had a nice brisk walk along the White Cliffs early morning had intended to have a coffee and pastry at the cafe after our walk but they didn't open until 10 and we were short on time to get to the ferry across. Beautiful views and lovely hike.
The white cliff wall offers a stunning view from our air bnb back porch, the train route and landscape was equally beautiful. U gortu.ately we could not explore all that Dover has to offer as out time was extremely limited and was focus primarily on connecting with a long lost relative. We did get the opportunity to enjoy a delicious Turknish meal and view the festive street parade.
Nice walk. Best not to do the the walk at mid day when its hot. Light House cafe about 50 minutes walk, can get a bit crowded the staff are great work very hard
Loved it, only thing is, would liked to have seen more of the cliffs from the walk itself. Would have liked to have done the crossing but we didn't have time. Also was a hazey day and could not see France �