White Cliffs' Pop-up Hardback Book Sale
Do you love reading but find the books expensive? We've a lovely selection of hardback books at knock-down prices just waiting for good homes. From biographies to history, cookery to mysteries and animals too, we're bound to have something for you.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
We have boxes of lovely books, most in excellent condition, at unbelievably low prices, just waiting for you. We'll be featuring most of the famous authors and most popular genres, so whatever your tastes, we're sure to have something for you. They make great gifts, too. Some books are recent publications, and all are offered for sale at a fraction of their published price.
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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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- Suitability
Supervised children are welcome
- Meeting point
The book sale will be held at the gate-hut end of the White Cliffs of Dover Visitor Centre.
- What to bring and wear
We suggest you bring a bag for your purchases. The sale will be held outdoors under the canopy, so please dress appropriately for the weather.
- Accessibility
The Visitor Centre is level access throughout. There are 15 disabled parking places on the Visitor Centre level and further places opposite the building, which are step-free but are further away and involve a short ramp.
- Other
Admission is free. Normal parking charges apply - National Trust members can park for free. Cash and card/e-wallet payments are welcome. Dogs are welcome in the outside seating area adjacent to the book fair. Dog water bowls are provided. Assistance dogs only are welcome in the Visitor Centre building. All books are donated and sold as seen. They may contain marks or annotations from their original owners. Please check the book before purchase if giving it as a gift. Proceeds from the book sale stay with White Cliffs and are used to fund our maintenance and conservation projects.
Upcoming events
National Lottery Thanks to You Open Days - Wanstone Rediscovered 2026
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Plant Fair 2026
The White Cliffs of Dover Plant Fair is your opportunity to revitalise your garden, window box or window ledges with top-quality plants at bargain prices. Lovingly tended by our volunteers, these plants will satisfy the most discerning gardener.