Welcome to White Cliffs Country

Known throughout the world, the iconic White Cliffs are internationally recognised, so much so they were recently voted Britain’s most popular stretch of coastline. They have witnessed much action and invasions throughout centuries – the historic Dunkirk evacuation was even planned from within them. Today they provide a welcome sight to the millions of visitors who visit White Cliffs Country.

Explore and discover our unrivalled countryside. Feel the wind in your hair - there is a wealth of opportunities to walk and cycle from our long distance footpaths to routes developed as part of the National Cycle Network. Our wonderful chalk grassland is described as “Europe’s equivalent of a tropical rain forest” and attracts internationally important habitat to the area.

Experience our rich heritage and follow in the footsteps of some of our more famous visitors. Along with Caesar, Wellington, Nelson and Churchill, White Cliffs Country has provided inspiration for many famous writers. Just along the coast in St. Margaret’s Bay, Ian Flemming brought Noel Coward’s house and was inspired to write about 007. Jane Austen was a frequent visitor to Goodnestone Park gardens and the great William Shakespeare mentions Dover in the play King Lear.

Enjoy exciting activities and events. Our golf courses are world famous and on a number of occasions have hosted the challenging Open Golf Championship, with players like Tiger Woods and Colin Montgomery. With miles of coastline there are opportunities to experience exhilarating water sports to a spot of fishing from the beach. Take to the skies at the Channel Gliding club and admire the fantastic scenery of the famous cliffs below.

Why not stay a little longer - we have excellent quality assessed accommodation, which will appeal to all, with a wide choice of friendly ‘bed and breakfast’ establishments to beautiful country house hotels with roaring log fires.

For more information please visit on www.whitecliffscountry.org.uk

Dover

There really is so much to see and do. Experience our rich and diverse past. The first ‘Cross Channel Ferry’ was discovered here 3,500 years ago. The Bronze Age Boat is now on display to the public at the Dover Museum.

Explore the 2000 years of history within Dover Castle. Take a tour around the Wartime Tunnels and discover how military personnel lived and where the Dunkirk evacuation was masterminded.
Get some fresh air. You will be spoilt for choice. Take a walk along the famous White Cliffs and watch life go by on the world’s busiest stretch of water. For a more sedate pace, stroll to the end of the Prince of Wale’s Pier and take in the stunning views of the town and castle. Watch the wide range of shipping, from hourly cross channel ferries to the majestic Cruise Liners who regularly visit the town.

For more information about places to see within Dover please visit www.whitecliffscountry.org.uk or contact Dover Visitor Information Centre on 01304 205108 or e-mail tic@doveruk.com.

Deal

Many agree that Deal is a special place and the prettiest seaside town in Kent. Henry V111 liked it so much he built three castles here.

Enjoy a leisurely stroll along the unspoilt promenade and the newly restored Pier. Walk a little further and tell the time maritime style at the Timeball Tower. Try the wonderful restaurants and pubs where you can enjoy fresh, locally caught fish. Step back in time and explore the maze of narrow streets and alleys where smugglers would try and evade King George’s men. Shop is style and pick up something special, in one of the friendly small specialist shops which can rival the Brighton Lanes.

For further information about places to see within Deal and Walmer please visit www.whitecliffscountry.org.uk. You can also contact Deal Visitor Information Centre on 01304 369576 or e-mail info@deal.gov.uk

Sandwich

The ancient town of Sandwich has some of the best-preserved medieval houses in Great Britain. Step back in time and experience traditions that have remained unchanged throughout centuries – they still ring the curfew bell from St Peter’s church every evening at 8pm!

Enjoy the tranquillity of the quayside and take a sedate walk along the leafy riverside. Feeling energetic – follow the Historic town trail and learn more about Sandwich’s rich heritage.

Discover the many fine shops and quality restaurants. Enjoy a Sandwich in Sandwich! Wander around the historic streets and visit one of the many tearooms for afternoon tea.

For further information about places to see within Sandwich please visit www.whitecliffscountry.org.uk .You can also contact Sandwich Visitor Information Centre on 01304 613565 (seasonal) or e-mail ticsandwich@wanadoo.co.uk