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Dover, the closest town in Kent to the continent, is the gateway to England. Now the world's busiest ferry port, it is famed for its range of defences and military architecture. Dover Castle has a dramatic past, from here the French were rebuffed in 1216, and the evacuation of Dunkirk was masterminded in 1940. Today you Dover also offers an excavated Roman fort, the extensive Western Heights Napoleonic fortifications, and the recently enhanced exhibition at the White cliffs experience.
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can see displays centring on the Second World War. Visit the Old Town Gaol to experience prison life as it was during Victorian times.|
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Attractions near Dover
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Dover Roman Painted House
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The Roman Painted House, the finest Roman House on show in Britain, was discovered by Kent Archaeological Rescue Unit. wenty five years of excavation across ancient Dover by the Unit have uncovered 50 major structures. |
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St Margaret's Museum
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The Museum has a wealth of local and maritime interest and an exhibition of Noel Coward who was once a celebrated resident of St. Margaret's in the early 1950's. |
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Metropole Galleries
(7 Miles)*
Folkestone's Metropole Galleries are situated high up on cliffs overlooking the English Channel, with views of France. The Galleries are beautifully ornate spaces and have a year round programme of high quality exhibitions. |
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Towns near Dover
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St. Margaret's at Cliffe Tourist Information
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Kearsney Tourist Information
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River Tourist Information
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Hotels near Dover
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Churchill Hotel
(< 1 Mile)*
The Churchill Hotel is a listed building on Dover's Waterfront. The hotel is close to cruise and ferry terminals as well as the Channel Tunnel. Nearby attractions include Dover and Leeds Castles and Canterbury Cathedral. |
Ramada Hotel Dover
(2 Miles)*
The modern Ramada Hotel Dover is set in a quiet location surrounded by landscaped gardens and alongside the A2. Located just a five minute drive from Dover's ferry and cruise terminals, Dover Castle, and the world famous White Cliffs. |
St Margaret's Bay Motel
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St Margaret's Bay Motel enjoys a stunning cliff top position, just a short distance from the port of Dover, yet remains an ideal base for guests wishing to indulge in touring the local area. |
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Self Catering near Dover
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Watersend Cottage
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Watersend Cottage offers self-catering holiday accommodation in a brick and flint built property located on a working farm in the Kent countryside, between Dover and Canterbury. Attached to a large Georgian farmhouse. |
Calais View Garden Apartment
(3 Miles)*
1 bedroomed, self-catering garden apartment in recently restored 1870's Victorian town house. Spectacular sea views from lounge, bedroom and patio. Located in St. Margaret's Bay conservation area at the tail end of the Kent Downs. |
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