Dover Castle, Dover

Dover Castle is the oldest fort in England and has been strategic in the countrys defence even up to and including WW1 and WW2. Originally strengthened from an Anglo-Saxon fort in 1066 by William the Conqueror with futher additions made by Henry II and Henry VIII.

This castle is not an example of how Kings and Queens lived but concentrates on its role as a fort and the battles that it has endured. Visitors can experience the siege of 1216 by Louis VIII of France, discover the labyrinth of secret wartime tunnels built under Dover’s white cliffs and walk through the rooms where the miracle of Dunkirk was planned. The secret war time tunnels are only accessible on a guided tour with numbers limited on a first come first serve basis.

Visitors can also see the Princess of Wales' Royal Regiment Museum, one of the best-preserved Roman lighthouses in Europe and the most complete Saxon church in Kent.

Opening Times

Open all year except December 24 -26 and January 1st. Closed Tues/Wed from November to February Summer opening times 10am -6pm Winter opening times 10am- 4pm

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Ticket Prices

Adult - £10.30 Child - £5.20 Concession - £8.20 Family - £25.80

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Disabled Facilities

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More Information

Telephone: 01304 211067
Email: customers@english-heritage.org.uk
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