Visitor information

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Notice: The Visitor Centre will be closed on Friday 31st May due to planned power cut. The car park and South Foreland Lighthouse will remain open as normal.

Magnificent coastal site overlooking the English Channel

There can be no doubt that the White Cliffs of Dover are one of this country's most spectacular natural features. They are an official Icon of Britain and have been a sign of hope and freedom for centuries.

You can appreciate their beauty and enjoy their special appeal through the seasons by taking one of the dramatic cliff-top walks offering unrivalled views of the busy English Channel and the French coast.

While you're here, learn more about the fascinating military and penal history of the White Cliffs and savour the rare flora and fauna that can only be found across this chalk grassland.

Sunday bus service to the lighthouse

A great way to see a remote place

On Sundays from 9 June you can take our summer bus service to South Foreland Lighthouse. It's a great way to see this beautiful building if you don't fancy the walk.

Orchid afternoon walk

A rare beauty

A rare beauty

Join our local expert for an interesting and informative walk to discover the beautiful orchids that make their home here.

  • Saturday 25 May, 2pm- 4pm. Booking essential.

Step into spring

Take a walk on the wild side

The White Cliffs of Dover is open every day of the year. So, come along and enjoy a tasty treat or a bracing walk and enjoy the great outdoors.

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Wonderful wildlife

Walking with wildlife

Find out more about the wildlife that lives on the cliffs on our wildlife page. You can also download a copy of our identification sheets to look at while you are on your walk.