White Cliffs of Dover Hike: Wonderful Views with a History, Dover, England
The White Cliffs of Dover is one of the most unique views along the south coast of England, due to the bright white chalk face overlooking the English Channel. It was also a British frontline during the World War II, which explains the network of underground tunnels hidden behind the faces of the white cliffs. On this White Cliffs of Dover hike, you not only enjoy some of the most breathtaking views of England, but also get to learn and understand the historical significance of Dover including the Dover Castle, the Fan Bay Deep Shelter and South Foreland Lighthouse.
This 12.2 km (7.6 mile) White Cliffs of Dover hike generally takes you about 6 hours to complete, including 75 minutes on the Fan Bay Deep Shelter guided tour, and 45 minutes on the South Foreland Lighthouse guided tour.
- Expected time: About 4 hours, excluding 75 minutes for the Fan Bay Deep Shelter guided tour and 45 minutes for the South Foreland Lighthouse guided tour
- Optional fees: £15 for Fan Bay Deep Shelter guided tour, £8 for South Foreland Lighthouse guided tour ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
This 12.2 km (7.6 mile) White Cliffs of Dover hike generally takes you about 6 hours to complete, including 75 minutes on the Fan Bay Deep Shelter guided tour, and 45 minutes on the South Foreland Lighthouse guided tour.
- Expected time: About 4 hours, excluding 75 minutes for the Fan Bay Deep Shelter guided tour and 45 minutes for the South Foreland Lighthouse guided tour
- Optional fees: £15 for Fan Bay Deep Shelter guided tour, £8 for South Foreland Lighthouse guided tour ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
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Guide Name: White Cliffs of Dover Hike: Wonderful Views with a History
Guide Location: England » Dover
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Tommy Ong
Read it on Author's Website: https://footprintsleftabroad.com/white-cliffs-of-dover-hike-wonderful-views-with-a-history/
Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
Guide Location: England » Dover
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Tommy Ong
Read it on Author's Website: https://footprintsleftabroad.com/white-cliffs-of-dover-hike-wonderful-views-with-a-history/
Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
- Dover Castle
- Fan Bay Deep Shelter
- South Foreland Lighthouse
- the Secret Wartime Tunnels
- Dover Marina
- Biggin Street
- Canon Street
- St Mary’s Church
- The beach
- Indian War Memorial
- National Trust Visitor Centre
- Dame Vera Lynn Way
- Mrs Knott’s Tea Room
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