An amazing place to visit and one of England's top castles for sure. The castle complex is huge with the keep offering impressive views of the whole town of Dover and to the French coastline. Easily 3+ hours of things to see. One of the most impressive I found were the Roman lighthouse and medieval church which underline the significance of the site. Also has very interesting WW2 history with a fascinating tour of the tunnels in which the Dunkirk evacuation was planned.

You can easily spend a whole day here - the castle grounds are massive and there’s a lot to see. The tower can be done quite quickly as there’s actually not much to see inside and the interior is very dated but worth it to climb to the top and see the great views. Definitely recommend doing the war tunnel tour - very interesting and very well put together.

Great place for kids. Castle itself is not wheelchair or pushchair friendly and there are lots of steps in the castle to get to rooms and top of the castle. They have got handrails. The rest of the grounds have paths. The tunnels are pushchair and wheelcahir friendly as long as your prepared to push them back up the hills. Had great story telling show for the kids in the castle. Stunning views from the tip of the castle. Staff super friendly.

A beautiful historic location with plenty to do and see for a whole day out. Suitable for families. Plenty of parking. Good visitor centre with information. A good restaurant with good choices of hot and cold food and drink. Very picturesque. Staff very friendly and informative. Wet particularly enjoyed the mini show with the king and his son in the main throne room.

Really must visit this! So much to see and we only had two hours. Enthusiastic and super-friendly staff, impressive and well-kept collection. And apart from all that: the views over the harbour and the sea are absolutely stunning!

Dive into history and the gorgeous sites here in Dover. There is ample parking and walkways that are nice if you are pushing a pram. My "big kid" really enjoyed the tunnel tour while my 9 & 16yr old enjoyed exploring the medieval castle and grounds. We spent easily 2.5hrs but could have spent longer here. If you are an English Heritage member, there is also a cottage on the castle grounds that you can rent. Prices are on the website.

This is simple one of the best Castle I've visited, vastly huge and impressive a full day is required. The war tunnels are a must the Dunkirk exhibition is truly emotional. The views from the top of the tower are spectacular. Car parking on site, has a couple of cafes / shops. The role this castle has played in our history is amazing

One of best castle to visit in England - wonderful kept and fully of history. The tunnels are great - but I recommend making them the first things you do as the queues can get rather long. Defiantly allow yourself a whole day there to see everything - we arrived when it opened and lefts just before closing and I'm still not sure if we saw everything. Loads of parking and great for kids.

I love Dover Castle, it is beyond fantastic So many pivotal pieces of history happened here. You can spend an entire day exploring the premises, walking around and learning. Incredibly views, wonderful staff. A great day out for all ages. The price is quite steep but given the vastness, can't really complain! I believe you can get 10% off if you buy the day before online, so would recommend doing this!

Beautiful place perfect for a family dayout. The view from top is just spectacular. The castle, up and downhill walk around the garden is fun will keep everyone active all day. The staff are very kind and helpful. They will help you plan the route if you're not sure where to start or if it your first time. Overall, the visit was great. Children had fun all the time. The Castle is a must visit place.

I recently visited Dover Castle, managed by the National Trust in England, and it was an incredible experience. The highlight for me was the immersive journey into history at the war rooms, where you could almost feel the past come to life. The breathtaking views from the castle are simply awe-inspiring. The white cliffs of Dover, the English Channel, and the serene landscape create a picture-perfect setting that's not to be missed. However, I must mention that the parking situation was a bit inconvenient. Despite parking being available, we were directed to park outside the castle, which required at least a 20-minute walk, and this was quite challenging with young kids and a buggy. The gravelly and hilly path added to the difficulty. On the positive side, the history within the castle walls is incredibly rich, and the maintenance of the site is top-notch. The tickets were reasonably priced for the value you receive, making it accessible to a wide range of visitors. Be prepared for a lot of walking as exploring the castle and its surroundings can easily take 4 to 6 hours. I would highly recommend carrying water and snacks to keep energy levels up as you delve into this historic gem. Despite the parking hiccup, Dover Castle is a must-visit for history enthusiasts and those seeking stunning views of the English coastline.

Absolutely loved my day at Dover Castle! The tower was my favourite with some amazing views at the top. The underground hospital tour was surprisingly entertaining, really well done, I felt I went back in time. I only regret the medieval Tunnels were closed to the public.

A must visit. Massive place with lots of different periods of history. Medieval tunnels are shut until summer 2024. We really enjoyed the great tower and looking through all the rooms. Great views of Dover. The church was nice too. Great place for people of all ages. Can be very windy.

A massive place, so allow I’d say half a day of not all of it to visit. Tunnels are fab and views from the top of the tower are great. Cafe serves half decent food but overpriced as always at these places. Picnic is probably a better option if there a few of you. Negative points for me is the bad signage and the lack of information boards to tell you what things are. Also the amount of distance you have to walk just to get to a toilet! Also the rudeness of some of the staff here is a disgrace! The woman in the shop next to the war tunnels has a bad attitude and would not show my daughter where the magnets were when asked! I wasn’t allowed in the shop due to not having my mask and she couldn’t even be polite about that! Also, if you’re going to enforce mask wearing then at least tell your staff to put their masks right over their face instead of just under their noses. One rule for all not just for us!! I’m not an anti masker, I forgot it. Other then the negatives, I would visit again and allow myself more time to explore.

I was expecting just a castle but it actually has quite a bit more which surprised me. I found the tunnels in the cliffs more interesting than the castle as it's a bit different . We spent about three and a half hours there and missed a few things to see. The kids seemed to really enjoy it.

Amazing day. Kids loved it, loads to see. Would advise anyone who wants to go in the tunnels to get there early and do it straight away as wait times can build up. Summer holidays they have things for the kids to do on the green in front of the castle. Get the map in the ticket office it will help to make sure you see everything. There is a cafe and tea room but also plenty of picnic benches and grass if you take a packed lunch.

Gorgeous view and super friendly staff! Little to do on Dover itself, but would definitely recommend a day trip just in the castle. With nice weather, you can even have a picnic on the castle grounds.

What a fascinating place! I used my mobility walker and it was a bit of a challenge in some areas, but there is a courtesy disabled electric bus going constantly around the site which will pick you up and drop you off where you want to go. The staff are so friendly and helpful and very knowledgeable about the castle. The views over the Port of Dover are amazing. The Naafi Restaurant was nice although a bit pricey for a family to dine there. A meal of a small portion of macaroni cheese and a portion of garlic bread was priced about £9. I had a little bottle of juice and a bottle of spring water and it cost £5.75. I subsequently found that complimentary tap water is available. The staff were very helpful and friendly and there was an excellent disabled toilet with an adult hoist. Complimentary Mobility Scooters are also available on a first come first serve basis. If you need assistance to visit the castle, you can get a complimentary ticket with your adult ticket for your carer. We had a fantastic experience visiting and there is so much to see and do that to do it justice it would take another visit!

One word Stunning! I know if you heard it but never came along here you will feel the same even if you’re British or not. From the very beginning with a tiny bridge it starts your special journey. Castle, chapel, view or war tunnels it’s truly stunning. Be careful about to spare enough time because it’s big enough and tunnel tours are not self made tour. If you’re an English heritage member it’s free entrance. If you’re not become one. PS. I would expect a better museum admission because of that many things would be more original or similar as it is not look like a toy specially inside the castle if it’s not main purpose of the design. In tunnels you don’t even see the video specially at the second part.

Stunning experience! Staying in Premier Best Western Hotel on the seafront. Staff were so lovely. 5 min drive to Dover Castle. Fantastic 2 nights away!

I was a bit taken aback by the £30 entrance fee! But there is bundles to see and do here. Spent nearly 2 hrs walking around, up the Tower and along the battlements. Fantastic views of the Channel and the port. Nice cafe onside too, if expensive. Would advise again ordering the pizza, we didn't have it but everyone that we saw order it, sent it back.

Very easy, enjoyable day out. The Great Hall was the highlight, whilst the underground tours of the tunnels provided a fascinating glimpse at the second World War. We went on a Friday so it was relatively quiet but with a few school trip groups.

I have been to this castle many times with my children. Everytime they love it and find something else to be excited about. The war tunnel are amazing , the castle is spectacular! On a sunny day you can see France from the castle. Spectacular views and steeped in history. I have been many times as a teacher and as a parent and highly recommend due to the facilities, the history and the knowledgeable staff!

A nice place to visit with scenic views all around and a peek into the history of the castle! You can also see the artillery and anti-aircraft guns used in WW 2. Be ready to walk a lot, though! Mind that the queues to the WW 2 tunnels might be longer!

Unforgettable experience!!!! Many place to visit (we spend 4 hours there) and the view are BEAUTIFUL me and my partner walk there from the city centre. Make sure u choose the sunny day and don’t forget to enjoy the view!!!

Visiting Dover Castle was an enriching experience! Delving into the history of England's first frontier was fascinating. The castle's historical significance is palpable, and the views are breathtaking. A must-visit for history enthusiasts and anyone curious about England's rich heritage.

Huge site, with lots to see. As a dog owner, dogs have very limited access on the site. I'm fine with this, but it's not clear why English Heritage policy varies so much. We have visited similar sites as members and have been able to access much more. Biggest issue wasn't able to get any drinks because dogs not allowed in cafes and no outdoor vendor at all. It would be a benefit to consider a kiosk type arrangement somewhere. Lots of kids activities laid on for Easter, queues for the tunnels and hospital, but well managed and didn't wait long (dogs also not allowed into these). Would benefit from Audio guides. Lots of history but not that well explained, so some areas information overload and some with no information at all. Some new displays evident which were much better.

Very large grounds with lots to explore. The castle itself has been kept in a way that represents how it would of been many years ago. The 2000 year old lighthouse is a fantastic piece of architecture that has really stood the test of time. Lots of modern fitments still in place including gun posts when it was protected in WW1/2. Great views from the top looking down across Dover. Plenty of parking, restaurant and lots of toilets to use, staff are very friendly and helpful. A great day out for everyone.

Excellent and very well preserved example of castle building. Make sure to save plenty ty of time to experience the WWII tunnels and stories. Make sure to join English Heritage prior to going and sign up for entrance to the site and centers. If short on time, visit the tunnels first, then the castle grounds.

Beautiful large castle with lots of grounds to walk around, a really interesting walk around the interior with halls to visit and a route up to the roof as well as fascinating wartime tunnels with a really fantastic tour and videos. A couple of gift shops too with the usual stuff and a lovely cafe with proper cooked food too (although obviously quite expensive). Overall an excellent day out and you could easily spend a full day here so make sure you have plenty of time!

It's an awesome trek along the white cliffs with stunning views all along. Nice place to have a picnic and just have a great time. The starting point is a bit steep with a lot of steps, so if not a regular trekker, keep taking breaks in between. The views are stunning all across, so enjoy them.

The cliffs are breathtakingly beautiful and on a good sunny day, the walking trail along the cliffs is lovely. Car parking can get filled up fast, so better to do the planning around it. The restaurant around the place is also nice and kids friendly. Mist in the area can play spoil sport though with visibility sometimes getting very poor.

This place is a heaven on earth. So serene and beautiful. An easy walk of around 40mins to reach the end. Would love to visit again😍

The best way to see the cliffs is with The English Bus tour—we were taken to a ground level location for breathtaking views of them. I have never seen such WHITE cliffs in my life. The very narrow roads, got quite windy and “narrow”. We were there in mid July as well. A definite must! The beach area was local for sure and there was even a little refreshments area setup too.

Our visit to the White Cliffs of Dover was nothing short of memorable. The scenic walk along these iconic chalk cliffs offers unparalleled views of the English Channel and an opportunity to bask in the natural beauty of the surroundings. It's a must-visit destination for anyone seeking to experience the awe-inspiring majesty of England's coastline.

Beautiful experience!! Walking up and down the mountain during the cold is really effective…..

Amazing walk trail with beautiful scenic ocean view and white chalky mountains. Lovely place to visit with family and spend the day.

Great views- can get a taxi to drop you off near the lighthouse, from which it’s a 1.5-2 hour scenic walk down - instead of doing it both ways or taking a short view route

Breathtaking view and lovely place for a walk. Parking is fairly cheap for the day, since you can pretty much walk around and just enjoy the view and the breeze all day. We didn't go to the restaurant, but it looked nice and there are enough restrooms available.

Amazing place with great views!!! Great plan to enjoy fresh air and ideal to make the most of the sunshine in England. There multiple paths so you can select the "difficulty" of the walk and you can always turn around when tired. There are a few benches in some spots for resting.

Such a wonderful place to visit. Worth the ride of about 3 hours. Better visit there early as you can visit castle also. 350ft above from sea. Breathtaking views. Bring something to drink and eat 😉 While walking along 8miles of coastline.

£7 for parking and great views as you walk along the cliffs. Loved it. The cafe looked lovely although we did eat there and the toilets were clean. Definitely be back

Nice view, perfect for hiking or walking. It would be better if we could see the sea. It was foggy so we could not have the best view but still quite nice to go.

The White Cliffs of Dover, with their brilliant white chalk formations, offer a breathtaking coastal spectacle. Their sheer beauty and historical significance make them a must-visit destination. Whether gazing at the sea or exploring wartime tunnels, the cliffs leave an indelible impression of nature's grandeur and England's resilience.

Chill and beautiful place. It’s about 40 minutes to an hour walk or so for the entire view point. The beginning of the view point is this cafe, walks is about 45 minutes to the train station. Therefore save 90-2 hours if you are walking from Dover privey to the end of the cliff.

Stunning! Well worth the visit. People are friendly. Loved seeing the "welcome to England" signs. Lovely watching the ships and ferries. The parking and pedestrian walking areas to the cliffs could be better though especially since its paid parking. Wear appropriate gear and shoes and bring plenty of water as it is a real hike if you want to walk the full extent.

Beautiful views of Dover. So relaxing couple of hours of walking. They are benches around so its a perfect spot for a mini picnic or a stop for a rest.

This is an all-time favourite place to come to with my family. The stunning coastal views, seasonal flowers, the stark white cliffs, the sea and sky is mesmerising indeed. I've been here a few times and I never tire of the scenery. Its so refreshing, the walk is exhilarating. Its an easy walk for the non experienced walkers, just make sure you have the right footwear and clothing. Depending on the weather it can get quite muddy and messy. Toilets, cafe and boot/shoes/cleaning area available just before you start your trek. Car parking facilities very easy and accommodating for wheelchair and disabled persons.

Stunning view and relaxing walk. There are safe walking trails along the cliff. Wood chairs give resting places for you to catch a good view of the sea with ships/ ferries. Had multiple parking slots (need to pay £5 for the stay). Restaurant and the toilets were closed on the day we went.

Stunning views and parking can be a little hectic at the weekends as most of the larger vehicles don't know where to go, but the 40 minute walk to the lighthouse is gorgeous. Well worth a visit.

Breathtaking! You have to be there to really take it all in. Amazing views in a serene setting. There’s miles of trails to explore, there’s a nice little cafe at the entrance too. A must visit. Free to walk but parking is £5.

A must hike! Beautiful view from the cliffs to the ocean, from other parts toy can see the white rock formations. Really pretty and easy to walk since the paths are well marked. You can choose different trails depending how far you want to go. There’s a bunker in the way that was closed to visitors, but interesting to see from outside. The other end is the lighthouse, the coffee shop was closed; so check their opening times and days if your goal is to go eat there. Free parking. Their cafe in the entrance is very convenient, there’s also clean bathrooms there. The water hose and brushes made a lot of sense when you walk back from the cliff because you can get very muddy.

Magnificent! I’ve seen it in photos, videos, etc. for so many years. Finally made it here and it’s totally worth driving 1.5 hours to come here. The sunny weather does helped. Would love to come back again for photos taking. We didn’t get to the lighthouse which is a shame. Will definitely go next time!

I bought a load of season tickets (and since found out that they were the same price that I could travel with all the other ferry companies on a one way ticket, so wasnt a bulk buy bargain anyway!) and straight after they sacked all their staff and the whole company went on strike so I had to pay to use another ferry company for travelling, when P & O were eventually opened again they refused to extend my season tickets longer than 4 weeks, so now I cant use them all up in 4 weeks so have had to throw them all away at great loss to myself. I will do utmost best to never travel with this rogue company ever again! Hope everyone boycotts this awful company for sacking all their staff. They are using foreign staff who arent helpful and theyve even closed their restaurant too so you have to buy a cardboard box with rubbish food in it and eat with wooden cutlery.

Awful. Food was overpriced, served in sweaty boxes via self service restaurants and revolting. Both ferries travelled on were not clean. Toilets were broken. No hot water in toilets for hand washing. Absolute chaos when trying to get back to the vehicles as the stairwell doors weren’t opened in a timely manner. The ships were half empty, I hate to think what it must be like during peak season. Have travelled many times with P&O in the past but never again.

The passage itself is short & one of my favorites. Ferries are maintained well, and the service at the Lounge is superb. What reduces the score is that the process for getting on & off the boat for foot passengers is absolutely terrible. People carry their luggage on & off the transfer busses that are overcrowded, then to the ferry & getting off the ferries is slow & disorganized. I did two of those & every time it looked it was as if it was the first time they encountered foot travelers. I cannot imagine disabled or older people going through this. They need to improve process (which is easy) or stop taking foot travers

It was such a beautiful experience. On the ferries you will find everything you want from shops to food and kids area. It is a beautiful experience for little ones and for grown ups. I think P&O they got the biggest ferries. Definitely recommend.

Absolute chaos on boarding and even worse when leaving the ferry. No hot food available, there used to be a proper restaurant so we always had an English breakfast when travelling at the morning, but it's not possible any more - only some rubbish breakfast box with "scrambled eggs" made of powdered eggs. Absolutely disgusting and very disappointing. The shop offered only alcohol, perfumes and watches, not even single shelf with some first need products (we needed a plaster for some cuts and sanitary products - no chance! And no first aid kit available on board either.) Never to use again 😔

The service on board in January was appalling! There was not many people, but the evening staff on that night were having a discussion while serving the customers. They could not be bothered from the reception to the bar, sadly I realised that there was a lack of commitments to P&O!

Crossing was rough going off to Calais but that's not their fault so I'm not going to downgrade for it. Check-in was lengthy but we're on a coach so that's fair enough, we got on and the ferry was nice enough, the Costa onboard was a blessing for an 8am caffeine boost, but there was one thing. The range of food. I didn't expect full blown catering but the food on offer was burgers, fish & chips etc. Absolutely nothing if you have dietary needs, so bring food. It's also outrageously expensive, my coffee I said earlier cost only a bit more than in shop but a double cheeseburger, chips and a pepsi max (in cardboard, literally like the to go section) was £13.29!!!

I have used Dover port to cross the Channel on many occasions Never had any issues found the staff polite and friendly Also always happy to help

Quite good transport, friendly staff, clean facilities; the offers in the shop are sometimes good for a bargain, in my opinion all in all better than DFDS ferries.

Loved watching the boats leave the dock and watch the lorries all queue up , quite fascinating on on nice summer evening

It's OK, nice customer service

I enjoyed my stay in the hotel. The rooms are nice and cozy with a little porch to walk out on. The area is primarily used for a caravan park but the hotel is nice and private. All of the facilities such as the pool, kiddies play area and restaurant are all located close together and are open quite late. This is a nice hotel to stay in for the night if you intend on visiting the White Cliffs of Dover as it is quite close by. The staff are all helpful and friendly. I would recommend staying a night in the hotel.

Never stayed at this location, it is very quiet, the staff are very polite and attentive, the swimming pool, jacuzzi and sauna are a selling point. There was not much else in terms of entertainment for children, although there was plenty to do upto 30 minutes drive away be that beach or shopping at the designer outlet in Ashford. All in all a pleasant stay, improvements in terms of more activities for children possibly a larger play area zip wires etc

Check in was really smooth and the staff were lovely , directions to the caravan were poor , we were given a map and a brief description of where to go but the plots aren’t sign posted well so you have to look at each caravan . Caravan presented well but over time of use started noticing wasn’t as clean as it could be , sweets and old crisps found under beds and side cabinet. We had a group staying in different caravans and there doesn’t seem to be a standard criteria of what kitchen utensils etc people get as we all had different things but not a major issue . The decking area was great especially with lovely weather but unfortunately had ants everywhere , the patch of grass next to the caravan had a big tree stump and with little ones they were frequently falling over it . Plenty of parking right by the caravan which was great. The entertainment is pretty non existent with one small playground that isn’t suitable for younger children , a tiny soft play that’s very basic , evening entertainment is pretty much bingo or a quiz, they have a dart board but the darts are broken ( which you pay a deposit for) . The swimming pool is a good size but so cold and the pool for younger children is restricted to only so many allowed in so not guaranteed to be able to use, changing rooms need a good clean. The shop is …. Well May as well say doesn’t exist as there isn’t even basics there , plenty of swimming thing’s available to buy at a premium though and toy characters that represent park dean entertainment that doesn’t exist. It is very peaceful though so ideal for just a relaxing weekend away without children. Overall we wouldn’t return sadly as there just isn’t enough to do there for children and what is there is poor . We didn’t eat at the restaurant due to pricing so couldn’t comment on this .

We enjoyed our holiday. This park is the smallest park we've visited, very small restaurant and clubroom. Didn't rate the restaurant as we only had one meal where we waited 40 minutes after ordering to be told there was no chicken available for 2 of our meals & the meals were not worth the wait anyway. Club was fun and entertainment staff were good at their jobs. Our caravans decor was very minimal but was a nice size and very clean.

Just back from a great week at this park, our first time at a Parkdean. It's a smaller park, which meant it was nicely quiet and didn't feel crowded although it being just after the Easter break may have had something to do with that. Caravan was great, best I've ever stayed in. Of particular note the shower was much larger than normal, the bed was comfy and there was a good amount of room to move about. Several times during our week one of the crew members knocked on the door just to check we were happy with anything and see if there was anything they could do. Also I found the ladies at reception really informative, I had several great chats with Amy about the area and the park and she was really helpful. Location was great to explore this side of Kent, Dover castle is very close and it's not a long drive to get to Sandwich, Deal etc and there's a lot of English Heritage sites nearby. I'd like to say a big thanks to the onsite team for calling us just after we'd left - we were only ten minutes away and they'd found that we'd left a few beloved soft toys - hidden under a pillow by one of the kids! We were able to just nip back and pick them up and it was so kind of them to call straight away - another half hour and we'd have been a long way away so a massive thanks for that :)

We have recently stayed here with our 3 children. Upon arrival we found our caravan to be a good size. We couldn’t find the tv remote and the staff dealt with this very quickly. The rooms seemed clean but after lifting one of my daughter’s mattresses I found blood on the underneath. This was unfortunately at the end of our stay. There were a few little bits that were broken but I would say this was wear and tear. The whole park was very pretty and clean. The staff in all areas were very friendly and happy. We felt the restaurant was very expensive and on one night ordered a justeat which saved us over £30. I would recommend going down to the beach. It’s beautiful! Shop is limited. Pool and park is good. Not enough parking sadly. There just wasn’t enough to keep our children entertained for the whole weekend.

Came to St. Margaret’s Bay in June 2021 and while I can’t make a full review (due to some facilities being shut due to the pandemic), it was so quiet and peaceful! 😌 Caravan was clean, and staff came around on our first day to see if there was anything they could do to help, and as someone who’s been critical of Park Resorts since they changed hands, I can say I was pleasantly surprised. Plenty to do around the area if you’ve got kids, but if you’re looking for a quiet and laidback place then I’d definitely recommend this place.

Cleanliness around the whole site is pretty poor, put it this way, in the second of the accommodation we were given (because the first smelt so bad or urine) we had to head to the nearest supermarket and buy cleaning stuff to clean the bungalow top to bottom. I’m talking food still on plates, sticky stuff on the door handles, stained bedding… Friends were staying in another that was clean, so… luck of the draw? Facilities are, on the face of it, quite good for kids, with a very good little outdoor play park, pool, soft play and entertainment area, just not super clean. Some of the staff are really great (pool & events) and keen to ensure your able to make the most of it (hence 3 stars) - some staff really are not (cafe) where you are clearly an inconvenience to their texting conversations and a nuisance for wanting to order something. Location is great - just bring some cleaning stuff to make sure your comfortable and embrace it. And get drunk, getting drunk will help.

Very nice holiday just come back today after a really nice chilled weekend lots to do both on site and off. Only thing I will complain about is the grass was cut way to short and should be cut and collected with a ride on with a hopper on. (I’m a grounds manager myself) the grass i the caravan was very annoying constantly sweeping the floor 🤬

We always stay in parkdean... this one is very LOW in everything, no take away on site, the lunch which states open till 4.30pm is actually closed, no shop, if you can call 2 shelves in reception a shop!! Not near the beach, there is no entertainment, unless you like bingo or a karaoke or something with kids... nothing for teenagers. I've never been to such a rubbish site. We won't be back.

Stayed overnight before a trip to France. Hotel is set in the middle of a caravan park and was a little difficult to find reception on arrival and had to ask in the bar. However, room was great, clean and perfect for a one night stay. Quiet in the night. Only slight issue was no soap available in the bathroom. Around a 10 minute drive into Dover so ideal for an early ferry. On site bar was OK if a little bit expensive, there was evening entertainment for guests but we didn't attend. Overall a good stay!

We stayed in a lodge on bela way, I can't speak highly enough of the accommodation. It was clean and had everything we needed for a weekend away including towels iron ironing board dishwasher washing machine the list goes on! Quiet space with a nice restaurant on site. Polite friendly staff. Perfect location for historical visits and very close to plenty of shops.

“It was so clean! The staff were lovely and so friendly. The pool was so nice, it really was the best fun for a 13 year old (more changing rooms would be good). I was shocked when the staff offered to ‘lend’ me a pound for the locker, that was so trusting and kind. We will be booking again for next year...”

We booked a bungalow for pet owners. The kitchen units were worn but functionable. Everything was clean. The park is nice and the staff are er friendly and helpful. Pool and Spa were good, food great. Fantastic place Trips around the Dover area.

This is a run down low market campsite. We paid more for a better van and it was sub par to say the least. Will not be coming back here to stay the next time we venture this way. We we mentioned the damages they didn't seem overly fussed. We was casually told to speak to the housekeeping team when we see then next, which I think shouldn't sit with us. The pool full sized pool was incredibly cold, the smaller pool was nice and warm. The hot tub didn't work and when we spoke to the lifeguard he informed us that is only works when it feels like it. The steam room was not working either! The location is not too bad, with Dover and shops a 5/10 minute drive away and Deal 20.

Caravan was in great location. We arrived a couple of hours early. We couldn't check-in it was early. So we got some food from the restaurant. Great team member come and found us. To tell us the caravan was ready and we went hour early

Great Location right on Dover and White Cliffs doorstep Dover Castle only 10 minute drive. Staff very friendly and helpful. Caravan was very clean and spacious.

Me and 3 others stayed here for a night in the hotel before traveling to France in the morning. Nice and clean rooms with fridge, kettle, shampoo, tea and coffee. Great for a stay of one or a few nights. The food in the bar area was very tasty and the portions were a good size. The Staff were great and helpful with all our needs. Only thing was that the beds were a bit uncomfortable. Overall a great stay and I would deffinately stay here again soon! Thank you

Had a great breakaway at the middle of Oct. Nice little bungalow wish it was longer it was the mini me first birthday, and they spoilt him rotten. Great staff and thanks to Ryan and Zoe (2 lifeguards), who came to the rescue when mini me fell and had a big cut on the brain box. Nice clean resort. friendly staff and a nice clean pool. The only thing I would say is if you are out of season, there is not much to do activities wise on site, and you don't have to book as Parkdean website says you do. already booked Wales next year.

We recently stayed at St Margarets Bay & despite a minor issue with our caravan, the team swiftly resolved it. The park itself is a peaceful oasis & we especially appreciated the scheduled adult-only swims. A lovely retreat!

Stayed here as we were attending a wedding which was taking place right across from the site! Staff were fabulous nothing was a problem! The room was perfect for us and had all we needed. Clean and comfortable had a great nights sleep. We even made use of the pool while we were visiting. Breakfast was top notch and well needed after a busy night! Check in was super easy and staff were all just so welcoming. Would definitely return

Lovely short break away, Caravan was modern but had a few issues which we reported. The park was quiet but the Entertainment team were fantastic!

Some complaints. Pool area was far too busy and you could not get in while hearing locals boasts they get in for free which means a paid guests we could not use the facilities. The obstacle course left my daughter with grazes on her elbows and knees( We have pictures and would like someone to contact us regarding this) Our towels rails in the both bathroom fell off in our lodge and the shower in the en-suite was blocked, (maintenance was contacted)

It's a very retro lighthouse, but it's a 50 minute walk away from the visitor centre, so if you already booked a tour, just know that it's an hour's walk away. It's currently under-construction, so there's scaffolding everywhere. The day I went, it was perfect weather - but I can imagine it's not so nice in bad weather. I paid for a tour of the lighthouse - it was okay but there wasn't all that much to see. The guy doing the tour was nice enough and I found it interesting, but the people on my tour were clearly getting bored. £6 for a 30 minute tour was pretty steep ... even the parking wasn't that much.

Great outing, tour volunteers were so knowledgeable about the Lighthouses history. Lovely spot to chill and enjoyed the tearooms.

On arrival it's £5 to park unless you're a national trust member which would be free. The fee goes towards the upkeep of the site so it's a small price to pay. The walk is really good and if your in reasonable physical shape you can get to the lighthouse in around an hour. Once at the lighthouse there is a small cafe called mrs knott's tea room which I highly recommend. At the car park area is also a really nice cafe where we stopped in to dry off and have a bite to eat (Got caught in a freak rain/hail storm)

A great place to visit with an interesting history. The tour is well worth doing and there is a great view from the top. Food, ice creams and drinks are all available. If you are in Dover and want a good walk along the white cliffs, with so something to see at the end, then this is one to go for.

The views of the White Cliffs are stunning and just 5’ from the lighthouse, however the GPS wants to take you right to the lighthouse and that’s not possible. I finally left the cat at St. Margaret’s and reached the lighthouse on foot (15’ more). That’s not a problem for me but this should be noticed in case you were going there with elderly people / children.

The explanation is wonderful, and you can hear the story of Faraday's invention of the arc lamp and Marconi's demonstration of radio technology. You can learn about the changes in the nearby reefs and the many stories of shipwrecks and rescues. There will be a live demonstration of the operation of the old lighthouse. The scenery on the tower is also good, although it is cloudy, you can also see France vaguely

Peter our guide was so helpful and knowledgeable. A 45 minute tour flew by, and we had access to the entire lighthouse. Excellent spot for children.

Finally made the top of the lighthouse I had a long walk when we came in it there was a great atmosphere feels like Victorian era but it was really beautiful inside and old. I love the Caffe with the teapot beautiful collection of tea pots and cups. It was cosy really warm we had the cream tea where you get scones and a pot of tea for £5.50, but sadly there was no clotted cream for the scones. I had a sausage roll but it was very cold. The view was really lovely and the café had not too much of stuff like afternoon tea or pastries, it wasn’t too special but the food was okay, it would be nice to have a proper afternoon tea.

Dear friends. I'll tell you a little about this place. We came there and bought a ticket for 10 pounds, we didn't wait. We entered and the guide told us everything about this place and gave us a tour. we went up to the 3rd floor from there you could see France and a very wonderful view. The weather was beautiful and people sat near this place and sunbathed, and someone just ate on the bench. There is also a restaurant-cafe, a souvenir shop and a small corner with games for children..I recommend..🌼

A nice quiet pitstop on walks along the White cliffs of Dover, with views looking across the channel, France in view on good days. Tea room serves a nice choice of cakes, and a few savoury items that suit well with the teas and coffees available.

We had the chance to visit the light house on the weekend during the summer holidays. Wasn't overly busy. Joined in the tour of the lighthouse. Which was great and got to know about the history behind the building and location.

A Captivating and Charming Lighthouse Loved discovering this gem along the Dover cliff walk. With breathtaking ocean views, picnic benches, water refills, and a delightful tea room offering snacks, it's the perfect stop to rejuvenate and immerse yourself in nature's beauty. A must-visit spot for all wanderers.

The halfway point of the walk from and back to the National Trust visitor center. Beautifully kept building and surrounding grounds. Good facilities here with a gift shop, cafe, toilets. Plenty of picnic benches, deck chairs and a lawn to sit on. The cafe is at the back of the lighthouse and was extremely busy during my visit. The gift shop sells snack, drinks and is where you obtain tickets for the timed guided tours. There were about 8 people in my group which is about right so you can move freely through the lighthouse. The knowledgeable and friendly guides give excellent history and information. The tour work through the building from the generator room right to the top where you can take pictures from the platform outside. A very interactive tour and you are encouraged to examine some of the features in more detail.

We arrived 5 minutes late and unfortunately we didn't go up to the light house but it was a fantastic place to visit.

Beautifully maintained traditional lighthouse in a great location overlooking the channel. The lighthouse was the first in the world to be electrified, and today is open as a tourist attraction. The grounds are free to enter, with guided tours of the lighthouse tower available separately. There's a quaint café inside the attached building, and a refreshment shop and toilet facilities within the grounds. For lighthouse opening times check the National Trust website: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/kent/south-foreland-lighthouse From the National Trust White Cliffs visitor centre, the walk to the lighthouse takes in some of the most impressive coastal scenery in southeast England.

It was a perfect, bright, sunny day when I visited. I was sick the day before but it all cleared up on the white cliffs of Dover as I gazed upon the gloriously picturesque views. This vantage point was the ideal spot to take it all in. The clean air, the light ocean breeze and the eye candy. They have family sized benches to sit and recover after the somewhat steep climb you would have to make to get here, as well as a tea room where you can get all the refreshments you might need. I would highly recommend this as a day out. On the right day, it's absolutely spectacular. It almost feels like a trip abroad. At one point, my phone even got confused and declared "welcome to France"!

A wonderful treat during the walk of the cliffs. We got coffee but they offer a great variety of tea. The carrot cake was fabulous and the flapjack.

It was an amazing morning experience for me. The light house at the end of a long and narrow path. The crew were extremely friendly and helpful. The lighthouse's garden were lovely but a bit windy. Garden has a great pitch and full with history and romance 👌

Some good walks & cycling here. Somewhere to eat too. A great view of part of the While Cliffs too. Worth a visit by car via a One track tunnel with lights. Access on foot via path next to single track road.

Very tranquil place , good facilities..toilets/ refreshments and information centre. Access to pebble beach . Car park £1 for 2hrs cash or RingGo app .

Absolutely stunning location. Be prepared for a long walk. Diddnt expect how far this walk would take us. But the family highly enjoyed it. A nice couple of place to grab a bite to eat. Plenty of places to park and at a cheap price.

Lovely place for a long leg stretch it’s a very windy walk as obviously very coastal but with the right attire you’ll be fine I walked along the longest stretch onto the beach the views were amazing loved being so close to the cliffs. Toilets were near the car park and plenty of spaces available for February anyway I’m sure it gets very busy in the summer though. Tickets were cheap and it’s a nice afternoon walk.

Stunning place! You can’t drive past it, you have to stop to check it out

Such a beautiful place to walk around and see the stunning view of the beach from the white cliff if you hike. There were cycling routes which are amazing.

Nestled beneath the iconic White Cliffs, it boasts stunning vistas, rich biodiversity, and serene walking trails. The reclaimed land showcases impressive engineering and serves as a peaceful retreat for nature lovers and history enthusiasts alike. Truly a gem of the British coastline.

Absolutely stunning area to visit . Good sized car park , visitors center, cafe and toilet . Parking is pay and display . Plenty of picnic benches. Superb views out across the channel to France . Dog friendly. You turn off the A20 and then wait at the traffic lights to pass through the tunnel which is single file , signs say maximum wait is 3.5 minutes.

Great place for a walk, however if you want to walk across the cliff top do this. Walk up through the tunnel you had driven down, when you reach the top/exit of the tunnel turn right (facing towards Dover port) and follow the path straight, after about 20mins walking across the top you will reach a small quite secluded beach.

Lovely peaceful wilderness to walk through and enjoy nature. At the end of the trail, there is a beach (stony), with great rock pools at low tide. The green and white cliffs add a great backdrop.

Superb space, one of the workers Paul was so informative, we was in awe of the info he was sharing. Seeing the peregrine falcons attack crows! Snug beach, just peaceful. Cheap parking too!!

Beautiful country park to see the white cliffs from the bottom up. Easy walk with tarmacked paving . You can walk through the field with cattle or along the sea wall where lots of people are fishing from. You reach a beautiful beach at the end of the fields .parking cost £1.7 for 3 hours . There is a little shed selling food and drink including locally made Ice cream. Toilets and education centre on site. Some old war planes flew over during our visit. There were other trails and I think you could possibly walk to Dover docks along the coastal wall.

We decided to take a day trip to Dover from Central London. We visited the beach, saw the hightide rip roaring ocean.. then we visited the castle and saw the tunels used in WW2 and made it back to see the low tide beach again before taking our train back to London. Highly recommed.

This is my home town. Dover has improved SO much in the past 15 years and now the market square is being revamped I look forward to returning to enjoy the fountains etc. I will definitely visit now whenever I can. The beach is always clean and the whole area is litter free. There's always something to see, with boats and water sports and cruise ships mooring in the distance. The new pier is worth visiting too. Well done Dover. I'm proud of you.

Calm and beautiful place to explore the beach side. A bit noisy due to the port being close. Nevertheless, a very nice place to enjoy the sea blue water.

Pros: Its beautiful. When the sun is out the place glows. The view of the port and the white cliffs from wherever you are adds to the beauty. Its about a 12-15 walk from Dover Priory Station. Plenty of car parks nearby. Both Dover Castle and the Cliffs are about 25mins walk each from the beach. The sand is about 98% pebbles, so bring beach shoes but the beach itself is nice. Water is cold though and be weary of the tide. Cons: For as beautiful as the beach and the surrounding area is, theres a distinct lack of shops/food places/entertainment nearby. There are few restaurants and pubs but they seem to be more catered to the residents at the hotels nearby. You’ll have to walk back to the high street to grab food from your normal chains which defeats the purpose of being at the beach. The place could use a proper chippy or a grill. 4/5

A great pebbly beach, always maintained to a high standard. We love what they have done with the seating, the whole beach area has been re-modernised and looks gorgeous especially on a lovely sunny day. Would recommend a visit to the pier as well :)

It was 19 degrees and gorgeous. Lots of people out, enjoying themselves. There's places to have something to eat or drink. Lots of seating around the pebble beach if that's what you prefer. Good takeaway coffee along the seafront. Nice to walk along the pier but I preferred it when it had a cafe at the end. Take a lunch, get out there. Do some people watching, read, dream...its worth a visit.

Dover is a place I've always wanted to tick of my to do list. I'm glad I've done so however I'm definitely disappointed with what I saw. However the weather was not the best so maybe that put a downer on things. If you like to have a drink/food near the seafront then dover is not your location because its very basic and not much there. However the views of the ferries, the cliffs of course and the water is beautiful. But you couldn't spend more than a few minutes/ maybe just up to an hour. We paid one hour parking and went back with 25 minutes spare (also took about 10 minutes to get us and our child out the car) I've attached some pictures of the lovely views, was such a beautiful view and I'm glad I have done it. The castle on the top of the cliffs is stunning 😍

A small pebble beach near Dover Castle. Good place to have afternoon tea.

Walking along the promenade to its end by the docks,Popping into Rebel coffee shop,amazing Blonde apple slice,awesome hot chocolate. Bespoke vintage clothes shop,hidden jacuzzi to the rear of the shop(immaculately kept),toilets were also immaculate. Bonus for myself they also welcome dogs ... My dog was treated to lots of kisses and cuddles by the ladies daughter,who was clever enough to ask first. Please support this wonderful hidden gem. Enough energy to walk all the way back home again.Thank you.

Trained for English channel here and succeeded in 2022 first Indian cop to achieve One of the best places in the world With zero pollution.

nice rocky beach. good for new paddle boarders as there are not strong currents. over all a good beach. no tickets needed only an expensive parking ticket if you park near by

Pebble beach views of Dover cliffs. Small town in walking distance. Parking along the beach. Great walk to marina. View the ferries docking.

Visited April 12, 2019: Lovely museum showcasing local history, including those reaching back to thousands of years ago, and especially the city's significant contributions to the war effort.

I loved this place. We spent around 2 hours here. There are 3 floors and every floor covers a different era of Dover. It’s free and there wasn’t a queue at all. I liked the shop too, bought a couple of things. I took many pictures, this place gave us great memories to remember of in the future.

A good museum in the heart of Dover which is free. A well designed and very interesting and informative museum that tells you all about the history of Dover with the very impressive Bronze Age boat as its centrepiece. My only criticism is that I am pretty sure they haven't updated the exhibitions for about 20-25 years and although on the whole it holds up well, some elements are beginning to show their age.

We found this lovely museum on our way back from Dover beach, it was very nice visit and the staff were welcoming. Kids learned alot about the history of Dover.

Quite, an interesting little spot in Dover, that has a lot to offer. Firstly the main thing people should know, at least when I went was that admission was 100% free to see it, good start. The first room is a short walk around of the Kent area from the Stone Age to the time of the Anglo-Saxon with the Roman Conqeust between the two. Just a small thing but still informative. Next when going up the stairs they had posters and other memorabilia, of channel crossing from swimmers that had attempted to do it, just a little extra when going between rooms. The second floor has some little things of pop culture and bits on what people filled their time with through out history from Rome to the Victorian Era. The third floor has their Bronze Age ship along with plenty of information not only about the ship but about the Bronze Age in general, if you want to know a lot more about the Bronze Age and your in the area, this is the place to go. Finally the last big room was a retrospective of Dover and its time through out history starting with the Norman Conquest, going all the way to the Second World War, another big thing going for them is if you want to see how Dover progressed through time with most of English history this is the place. Overall very good experience with lot of information for a quick walk between the beach and the center of town, though the Castle had much more overall, if you need something more low key or don't want to hike to the the Castle or pay the fee, this is a good place if you need a fix for a Muesem.

I love it here! There's great interesting things to read , interactive games in the boat section , and so much more! Some of my personal favorite exhibits are the boat exhibit. I also love the stuffed polar bear. It gives you a proper idea of how big they are!!

Being from Dover and having been to the long since retired "White Cliffs Experience" it is a former shadow of its former glory. The Boat itself is a marvel and the presentation reminded me of the Mary Rose (albeit on a much smaller scale). It's good to see a broad range of curated items in this fairly small museum but it I am saddened that a very historic and important town such as Dover has not had the investment to create something that celebrates that history on a bigger scale. It does lead to the conclusion that perhaps the collection would be better homed in the Castle up the hill, where it would get more engagement.

If in Dover it's a must see , intresting museum and to see the bronze age boat is incredible

One of the best museums I have visited, there was no wait at all. Walked in, and this was before knew it was free. There is a simple lay out of the floor, I think it’s over three floors. There is a lot of history in one place, additionally there was a puzzle to try and sort but it was hard to solve it. But it was a good challenge and hopefully next time I visit, we can accomplish the challenge. Even though it was hot, the room was at a good temperature

Really nice museum with displays stepping through the history of Dover from the Bronze Age through to Roman invasion, Anglo Saxon, to Georgian, World Wars and growth of the ferry port services. Dover is one fascinating place has been the site of so many historical events. Really informative. Free entry with a gift shop and nice clean loos. Parking in Dover is expensive £1.80 per hour but as the museum is free I feel worth paying it.

Impressive collection of local history with a rare and fantastic Bronze Age boat. Amazing to have in display at a local museum. Proper good stuff 💪👍

First of all, very friendly staff so thank you. I honestly did not know much about Dover's history and this was very informative. Please enjoy some of the pics i took today ❤️ Btw descriptions were very helpful and clear and i loved the audio-visual illustrations

Great venue in Dover Market square. Expert and friendly staff. A real hidden jewel in Dover. Free to enter. Bronze Age boat exhibition is well done and staff are knowledgeable and rightly proud.

The museum has much more to see than it would appear from outside. Great exhibits and friendly helpful staff. 100% recommended.

What a lovely museum! Was bigger than I expected, and we enjoyed looking around all the vehicles. It would have been a bit better if there were more vehicles that the children could sit in, as it was there were only 3 inside, and the train outside. The working old fashioned telephones were a great touch, as were the letter hunts.

My family and I visited back in November and again today, as initial entrance fee is valid for the entire year. This is excellent value for money, and the volunteers have done an amazing job to make this place look great. My 2 year old daughter absolutely loves this place. Even if your not particularly into motor vehicles, this museum is still an absolute gem. The museum displays include vehicles of all kinds, shops which you actually walk into and upstairs. Our favourite sections were being allowed upstairs on the double decker tour bus, model railway (which is huge) and when it's available- using the fire engine hose to knock down targets! Well done to all the volunteers that make this place such a great day out.

A great place to visit. Lots to see and very well run by volunteers.

This is a total gem of a museum with so much to see . Make sure you find and go in all the rooms and halls. Staff also very good chatting to you. Ticket let's you return for year.

Fantastic place to visit made memorable by the finish of The Worshipful Mayor of Dover's charity bike ride finish. The cream tea was very enjoyable!

Great one of a kind museum plenty to keep both old and young entertained run by very friendly and knowledgeable volunteers and to top it all pay once return all year

Brilliant museum with lots more to see than I'd expected. There are classic cars, buses, trucks and a couple of historic railway locomotives outside, but the real highlight was the outstanding collection of motorcycles. The layout was excellent, with recreated shops and motorcycle dealers, making for a really immersive experience. There were also large collections of model cars and ships, and a large model railway layout. The volunteers were very knowledgeable and helpful and pointed out some of the highlights. There's a little café and toilets in the museum building, gift shop at the entrance, and a reasonable sized parking area. It was great to see the workshop machinery actually operating in the outbuilding. The museum is open on Wednesdays and Sundays throughout the year. Entrance tickets provide admission for a year from the date of purchase.

Genuinely one of the best transport museums I’ve ever been to. So many great exhibits and lots for kids to do. Will definitely be coming back

This is staffed purely by volunteers. They are amazing, very friendly, and helpful. The exhibits are fantastic, my first car, an Austin A30, was there prompting lots of memories. Old garages and shops with stock appropriate to the year. 5 star x

One of the most exciting and friendly places to go if you are into history or love classic cars, trucks and bikes. Fantastic volunteers and staff, friendly atmosphere and café inside. One time ticket purchase gives you access for a year, sometimes there are events held like the classic bike show last weekend! It was excellent.

Amazing as always. We love coming here and the year ticket is wonderful value for money. A little gem right on our door step!

Excellent surprisingly large museum, well presented with fascinating range of exhibits. The enthusiasm of the team is infectious, and the cafe definitely worth a visit too. Their collections are displayed with informative notice boards, and presented such that you can readily access sections that are of most interest to you. Outside there is plenty of space for specialist marque clubs and events, which added further interest and value to us on the day of our visit.

Interesting mix of exhibits, very helpful volunteers, nice little cafe inside with cake and other bits. Also a shop selling transport related memorabilia and gifts. Pay once and you can visit again as many times as you want within a year. Recommended.

A lot to see on what is a fairly small site. Subscribe to them to hear about the regular events they hold. Paid entrance once gets you access for a whole year!! Ran by volunteers. When you visit, look out for the Ted Pursey garage display, he was my Grandfather!

Cavernous space full of old treasures. Great place for adults and kids. Very friendly staff and nice little café. The entry ticket also is valid for a year! Worth checking out. You can easily pass the hours here!

We love coming to Kearsney Abbey and can easily spend a whole day here. There isn't enough parking for the size of the gardens but the newly renovated cafe and toilets are much better. It felt like they weren't prepared for large volumes of people as I queued for half an hour for drinks and ice creams. However, the walks, the creek, the park, are all wonderful and absolutely worth the visit.

Love Kearsney Abbey and the ajoining Russell Gardens and Bushy Ruff. It's a great place to visit at any time of year, as the changing seasons each offer something unique. You can feed the ducks and.swans (but buy the cheap bags of proper pellets from the coffee shop, do NOT give them bread!). If you're lucky, you may catch a glimpse of the Kingfisher that's been living in the area for the last couple of years. This is another reason not to throw bread, as it causes pollution and affects everything, including the tiny fish that the Kingfisher eats.

What an amazing place. Good parking lovely walks. Nice cafe enjoyed the radio controlled boats on boating lake. Saw the first bluebells. Nice children's play area.

Lovely large area to explore. 2 playground areas well equipped with swings, climbing frames for all ages etc. Lots of wildlife to see, swans ducks etc. Great place to go for a scenic long walk along paths or over the grass/wooded areas. Large car park & new cafe plus toilets. Some much to see & explore.

Love coming to the Abbey.. They do need more parking. I'm fearful they are going to start charging soon, and I don't know why they have started having closing and opening times. Dogs can be off lead one side which is nice, but unfortunately this does mean that you will find dog poo not collected (could just be selfish owners) The parking now states a limited time allowed in the car park.. no real need for this!! There's is plenty of open space, a park area and water areas you can paddle in.. You see families and birthdays, you see friend groups, couples it's a place for everyone.. They have a lovely cafe onsite but depend on finances bring a picnic. They have clean tidy toilets.. Biggest problem with this place is the seagulls!! Which you can't control.. The swans and ducks will approach you for food,which you can buy at the cafe.. This place is somewhere I grew up playing and now take my family too..

It's always a lovely day out, parking can be tough though as the car park is quite small.

Lush green zone with running water. Not to busy so easy to park, cafe with in or outside tables.

Beautiful part of the country! A park with lots of things going out, a play area for children, a cafe with loads of options. Lots of space for people to have a picnic. The swans and wildlife are all beautiful. People can play some games, walk their dogs, lovely water ways. The small issue is parking only for 4 hours in the main car park - is not enough!!

A delightful place to visit and admire the views. Great place for a family picnic, with a boating lake, children's play area and woodland walks, where your dogs can run free. There is running water in abundance giving the gardens a peaceful energy.

What a lovely little find! Nice path for easy walking and disabled access and parking. Plenty of seats to stop and rest too. Beautiful location, fabulous place for a picnic, great spot to feed the swans and ducks with the food from the shop (50p a bag). An amazing 400-500 year old Cedar tree too. The trees here are just stunning. Beautiful. We haven’t been right round the park so can’t tell you how big it is but there is a small river that runs through the centre of the gardens that is kept beautifully aswell. An absolute gem!

Lovely park. I grew up in temple Ewell so was often here. I now live 300 miles away but visit family twice a year and always go to Kearsney Abbey. The ladies in the tea room are lovely. Toilets are clean and the whole park is well maintained

Great place for a walk. There is a park with swans and a café, or up the hill the forest is quite dense. 4 hours parking.

An amazing and soothing place to do picnic and the scenery is unforgettable. Cafeteria adda more to the elegance of this park. A must visit beautiful place.

A interesting piece of WW2 history. Three 15 inch costal defence gun bunkers (the guns have long gone) installed into the cliffs of Dover complete with an extensive underground bunker and all being exposed. All open and vistable. All a little raw at the moment as it's a new site but it will get more established in time. Great walk on the cliff tops to get there.

This is about 20-30 minutes walk from the National Trust visitor center along the main path. The tours are guided and include a hard hat with a light I arrived early so there were only a few people in the group. The brilliant, knowledgeable and friendly volunteer guides are very happy to answer any questions. Really good to hear their insights and they make the tour more meaningful. Very interesting story of the shelter from inception until recent times. Highly recommend detour.

Cool experience to go down into the bunkers. Free if you're national trust member, £10 if not. About hour and half long. Takes you down to the bunkers and gives you bit of history about it. Cool experience

This is a National Trust site rediscovered and opened up when they purchased the White Cliffs of Dover. It’s free for National Trust members and run by volunteers. You may want to book a tour and remember the last tour is at 3pm Ish. There is no parking and it’s at least a 30 min walk from the National Trust centre. It’s a 210ft down and back up climb on steps with a rail. You need to wear a helmet. You get to see the tunnel network and learn the history. You get to see the sound mirrors and see some great views of the cliffs. The guide Don was excellent This is a really good visit

Wow, what a tour. If you are a WWII history buff then Dover is the place for you as Hell-fire corner has a ton of it. This being one of the best things to visit, the Deep Shelter that should have been Deep Acommodation, is amazing. The tour guides were great and the work they are doing on this patch of land with the bunkers and gun batteries is brilliant. In 1973 Kent County tried to erase it's wartime history, as it found it to be an eye-sore, and didn't want to see it. All the bunkers were bulldozed and buried so no one could find them, save a few locals and urban explorers who broke into them. When National Trust (NT) were informed of what lay on there newly purchased land they raised the funds to dig it up, make it presentable, and show it off; Awesome project. We just need them to do the same with Dumpy B Communications Bunker. Not disabled accessible. Cash payment only at the bunker if not an NT member.

Very good experience. The bunkers are very interesting and worth a visit. The tour guide was very knowledgeable and comical. The organisation of the tours are a bit unorganised so see if the group is leaving to nip in. We were waiting 45 minutes which is a shame.

Spend the money and do this! We loved it, very interesting and the guides were very nice and knowledgeable. We had Rod! It was a very unique experience and we're happy we did it. We didn't have cash on us but they gave us a receipt and we were able to pay at the lighthouse. You will go down stairs to reach the tunnels. They provide a hard hat with a light.

This was brilliant. Visited last week and the guide was Peter. The tour was fascinating, educational and funny. Add to that the beautiful, healthy walk, the jaw-dropping views, tea at the lighthouse. A truly wonderful 3-4 hours.

We came across this on our walk and went on a tour around the shelter. It was absolutely brilliant all the tour guides, staff and members where so welcoming and very informative. Would definitely recommend to anyone in the area.

Fascinating site with link to WWII, made even more interesting with guide John's knowledgeable and engaging commentary. Takes about 45 mins to complete and involves a descent of 125 steps. Well worth a visit, especially for kids.

What an amazing place! The history behind it is really interesting and the guides were fantastic - they talked us through all the information in a great interactive way. Great for adults and kids. A must see!

Didnt know this existed before today when i was trekking to the lighthouse. I had a lovely day with tour guides Don, Glen/Glyn and Ione/Elaine(sorry if i butchered youre names). Glen gave a great tour. Would definitely recommend another go when im back in dover. Sorry no pictures inside the tunnel as its pretty much same as everybody elses.

We stopped by twice. The scones were so delicious and warm, which we came back for it. The chocolate cake was tasty and sponge too. Staff is very friendly and the place is relaxing.

Pleasantly surprised by gardens they aren't huge, however they have varied plants and a nice pond. There is a good tea room also.

A lovely experience at The Pine Tea Room. Helpful and knowledgeable staff. Great selection of food. I had the asparagus, spinch and cheese quiche with salad. Absolutely delicious! Then tea and cake for dessert. My family also had chicken and leek pie and fajita chicken baguette which they said was tasty and freshly cooked. We will definitely be popping back for a cuppa and a slice of cake😍

Booked today for a Easter Sunday roast dinner and it was brilliant. Large portions and good quality meat and veg all very well cooked. Catered for food intolerances/ allergies as well so nobody was left out. Good price for the meal and very friendly and helpful staff bearing in mind they were rushed off there feet. It was great that Dogs were also very welcome.

Friendly professional service, very tasty baguettes and scones at a reasonable price. Lots of local historic WWII information. Visit the Garden as well, it’s a fairly wild and a nice little walk round.

The tea room was lovely with a good choice of cakes. We had the cream tea and the cream and jam were lovely on the warm scones. Nice big pot of tea too. It's nice sitting amongst all the interesting museum pieces . Loved it. Friendly staff. Good prices. Will definitely return!

Meals looked fine as we entered under the gaze of local regulars. Filter the only coffee on offer. But The Pines Gardens themselves compensated..

We are visiting the UK for the first time and having lunch at this quaint British tea room nestled in the beautiful seaside village of St Margaret's at Cliffe was an excellent way to spend a couple hours of our last day here. The little eatery is part restaurant and part museum. Much of it is dedicated to famous playwright, Noel Coward, who spent a significant amount of time in St Margaret's The food was very good and the staff was helpful and friendly.

The staff are so lovely and the service is superb, lovely atmosphere in there too. Only thing I would add, the Sunday roasts are £17, and the portion sizes are very small - we had one small bowl of cauliflower cheese and veg between 3 of us and weren't sure if that was in error, so the price seems a lot for what is actually available. The food itself however, excellent!

Absolute shambles of a place. Our first time visiting and it will be our last. After being rudely told we need to order at the front before even stepping through the door, the very brunt and abrupt lady behind the counter refused to cook any hot meals. Bear in mind it was 2:30. While having our lunch, we overheard members of staff complaining we brought our 2 small and very quiet dogs in. "well their going to get mud all over our floors." We Ended up having some very sloppy baguettes with half hearted presentation. The sheer price of the food let alone treatment from within and disappointment of the museum we definitely do not recommend the tea rooms to anyone. Poor poor place. If only we knew of the kiosk or the pub on the beach beforehand.

Lovely and light tea rooms with outdoor seating and lots more over the road that are of very traditional English garden style outdoor seating, since undercover. Lovely cakes and scones to refuel us midway through our walk 😍 They don't allow crockery outside so it was a perfect excuse to use our own reusable things instead of single use cups etc so if you have them, bring them 🙂 Even better in the sunshine like today 🌞😎 The gardens are crammed with wild flowers so it is very relaxing.

I recommend. Small park but there are many different plants and flowers. Romantic place. And you can also walk there with your dog.There is a great cafe on site.

Really relaxing surroundings and well maintained gardens.. A visit to the tea room highly recommended - tasty home made/baked goods. I had ploughmans sandwich and fruit scone - nostalgic! Ok service

Wouldn’t even give one star… they take payments out of accounts and don’t send booking confirmations. I’ve turned up to port and been stung full price on the day. Customer services rude and argumentative. It’s happened again and tried booking and taking and money taking into pending transactions… money I need!!! DFDS you’re shocking and you need to contact me for full refund. I’ll use a different more professional service in future

Useless bunch of stuff The right hand doesn't know what the the left is doing. Thousands of drivers waiting day by day 8 to 10 hours at the port without the basic hygienic conditions No toilets,no any facilities at all. Absolutely unacceptable!

Loved, loved, loved the Ferry ⛴ They are really professional and inside of the ferry is so clean. Lots of facilities that you can use. TV, coffee ☕️, view, helpful staff. Really smooth sailing ⛵️ This is the second time and %100 satisfied as always.

Port staff are great. Ferry staff refuse to speak English so how am I meant to understand what he wants? 💁🏽‍♂️ food was horrid. Felt like I was eating sand mixed with water and sugar (curry and rice)

⛴️ Smooth boarding and sail through the canal even during the the bad weather. Used this transit on my last trip to Europe. 🙋‍♂️Staff members are helpful and efficient while guiding you to your parking spot. Don't forget to anchor the bike to the floor or get someone to help you 💷 This option works out much cheaper than the Eurotunnel train 🚆 but takes about 2 hours instead of 30 min. 🚻 Facilities are clean and tidy but beware that the sea might make your toilet visits a bit more... "complicated". I'm likely to use the ferry on my ride down to Poland in less than 2 weeks and keen to see if anything has changed

Small and clean town. Wasn’t very crowded. There is area where you can swim.

The Port of Dover is well kept and has a very regular ferry service to Calais, here there are also a number of shops and café's where you can purchase books, magazines, newspapers, sandwiches, meals and hot and cold drinks. There are good toilet facilities should you need to use them. The ferry's generally arrive on time and are of a good quality too.

Very easy to find then visit.. Plenty of signs to find the exact place mainly because after you have parked your vehicle of sorts all you want to do is have a nice warm cuppa or if its hot have a nice thirst quenching cold drink.. After chatting to the members of staff they do a great job of explaining were to go, im posting this to all members of the public to be reassured that you have no worrys of the visit you'll be totally fine to get to were you need to be, rest assured... Happy Holidays from simon welsh....

Very quick and very efficient, just make sure to have your passports to hand, it'll be needed a few times for display, attendants were polite and friendly!

Normally use P&O. Very impressed with DFDS, check in and out were brilliant. We were early and allowed to get the early ferry. Staff on the ship seemed as though they were busy with their tasks and also keen to shut up shops. Overall was pleased.

Well worth a visit. This fort has a magical and surreal feeling to it. It is as if it was honed from the earth itself and to me looks like it belongs on some kind of extraordinary film set. An amazing and inspiring structure that beholds the military endeavours of the time. Just wish it was more cared for. It is, alas, a second cousin to the castle, but nonetheless a real jewel in Dover's forgotten history.

I have select words when describing the Western Heights including eerie, magnificent and its like being in a place frozen in time. With the hustle and bustle of the town below and the lines of lorries making so much noise towards the Ferry port, it is unusually quiet within the boundary of this fort. Also, this place is very well hidden, and i am sure people from outside of Dover do not even know its there... I used to be such a person. You cannot even see the structure too well from the top of Dover Castle. I hope one day I can see inside the Drop Redoubt and the Citadel which I have only seen in photos and videos on YouTube.

Fantastic place for a walk. I went on a guided tour of the Drop Redoubt which was brilliant. Really knowledgeable guides and the tour lasted over two hours. Highly recommend. There’s no toilets/cafe in the vicinity though.

Amazing bit of history. There's the maintained fortress with occasional open days and also the overgrown detached bastion, which is very fun if you're up for some climbing and tight squeezes.

One of Dovers many hidden gems, this place is open a few times a year and the volunteers do a great job keeping this piece of history alive. Well worth a visit especially on the open days.

In order for someone to get to that place, you need to almost crawl through a small tunnel that opens up in the interior 'garden' of the whole complex. Everything about this construction is colossal and enormous. I can't imagine the tedious work people had to put in to build this place! To see the inside, you need to check their website as it is closed most of the time. In 2023, it will be opened only two weekends.

I've given this 5 stars based on its colossal size, the very different experience you have walking the dry moat and it's historical value. The Drop Redoubtis just "WOW" on every aspect. But.. You can only walk the moat. The redoubt itself is owned by a group and it is rarely open. In my opinion it needs to be handed over to the English Heritage, the bridge access needs to be reinstated and it needs to be open so much more as its amazing. It's wasted as it is and I think a collaboration could be arranged between these two groups. This is a one of a kind location and the planets need to align for you to get in.... Such a fail in my opinion.

Spectacular views of the channel. Free parking. The old fort is interesting to visit for a short time. You can watch the ferries sailing in and out of the port at Dover. If you are in the Dover area, it is worth a visit for a break.

Amazing place for a walk. It's like a maze (but don't worry, with excellent maps with directions). You can get a fantastic view of entire Dover from here. A place of historical interest, used to house soldiers in the past. A great place for a walk and to bring your dog. Please don't try going in the dark.

An enjoyable walk around , very well kept it costs 5 pounds to get in but £2.50 for English heritage customers, there is a little cafe in what looked like a old ammunition storage room and it's great for kids and dogs are allowed but there are a LOT of steps so pre warning for younger children or people who find steps hard or even small dogs it would be challenging for them, they fired some old style guns and people dressed up in old army costumes and old style dresses. It was brilliant.

I walked up here from the station and without a map found it difficult to navigate my way through a maze of paths. I eventually found how to enter the Drop Redoubt and was rewarded handsomely. There are great views of the town, castle and harbour. I'd like to return and explore further.

This is a very interesting place to visit, with lots of walks branching off the walk ways. We parked in the free car park CT17 9BQ. Just follow the road up until you see the car park in a metal arch. You then cross the road and follow the trail leading up the steps. Follow our all the way around, stunning views! You will them get to a kissing gate around the other side. Go through and take the steps down and follow all the way around to access the building in the middle. It feels very cold and the building is so interesting to look at as you walk around it. Would have been great to have been able to have explored inside it. There is a tunnel to go through that takes you to other walk ways. The kids loved this. We found the grand shaft, but Unfortunately it is all closed off, you cannot go inside. Such a shame because again it looked so interesting! We stood there and watched a YouTube video of it, so at least we got to see the inside that way!

Friday 2nd December and the first night of 2 where they have in the gardens....... A light show with fire 🔥 I didn't know this was going on until I passed the entrance, but glad I saw it as its free to walk around and very welcome warmth on a cold and windy evening!

On the map says it’s open but it is closed so needs to be updated

This site really does itself no favours calling itself 'Britain's buried Pompeii' as it really isn't a patch on that particular site. What it does, in its own small and almost wonderfully understated way, is provide a fascinating insight into history - partly the Roman history. I visited this site as part of a school trip back in the late eighties and, at least to me, it appears to have changed very little in the intervening thirty years. It even still has a bulky TV/video combination that itself feels a part of history. Its main concessions to the modern, more interactive style of museums are neatly included. You can pick up and feel some artefacts. There are some low children's tables where mosaics can be put together. I must admit to enjoying both activities. The remains themselves - well, as I said, it's nothing compared to Pompeii, but they still provide interest. The chance to step back in time, however, proved wonderful.

An interesting and rather unique building that does offer something a bit different from your usual Roman site. The volunteers here are very keen and eager to explain things. If left to read all the signage this is rather dry reading and probably goes into more detail than most visitors would require. There are also a few random items thrown in for some reason such as a medieval knights grave that has no connection with the site.

Domus Romana Picta - The Roman Painted House in Dover had a sign that said it was open as did Google Map. However, it was CLOSED. We were very excited to see Roman Villa in Dover after seeing both Roman Lighthouses. But, since it was closed (even though it said it was open), we had to go to Canterbury to see one. If you decide to visit, ring them first because even the website said they were open when they weren’t.

I didn't like it from outside

An amazing piece of Roman history hidden a full floor under current ground level. Friendly and professional volunteers at hand to answer questions - Even Brian Philps (The lead Archaeologist who discovered the painted house) can be seen volunteering his time here!

Nice little museum

St Margaret's museum