Dover Castle - English Heritage

Dover Castle - English Heritage
Dover
Kent
CT16 1HU
England

Website

www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/properties/dover-castle/

Telephone

01304 211067

Fax

01304 214739

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An exterior view of Dover Castle
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Set high above the famous white cliffs, Dover Castle boasts a colourful and fascinating history. Re-live the turbulent war years as you discover the labyrinth of Secret Wartime Tunnels built deep within the cliffs. Walk through the rooms where Sir Admiral Ramsay planned the “miracle of Dunkirk” and tour the underground hospital as you follow the story of a wounded wartime pilot. Above ground, don’t miss the Admiralty Lookout, where you can learn about the techniques used to detect enemy ships and even try your hand at Morse code! Also take time to explore the atmospheric medieval underground tunnels, see one of Europe’s best-preserved Roman lighthouses and walk the extensive battlements.

Venue Type:

Castle or defences

 Opening hours

1-31 Oct daily 10am-5pm, 1 Nov-12 Feb Sat-Sun 10am-4pm, 13-17 Feb daily 10am-4pm, 18 Feb-31 Mar Sat-Sun 10am-4pm, Closed 24-26 Dec & 1 Jan

 Admission charges

Free Entry. 16.00 / 14.40 / 9.60 / 41.60 Includes Secret Wartime Tunnels tour. Additional charges for members and non-members may apply on event days

Discounts

  • English Heritage

Collection details

Archaeology, Social History, Weapons and War

Events details are listed below. You may need to scroll down or click on headers to see them all. For events that don't have a specific date see the 'Resources' tab above.

Great Tower Sleepover

  • 14 December 2013
  • 1 February 2014
  • 5 March 2014

Live and dine like royalty for the night in King Henry II's Great Tower. Enjoy private tours of the castle, before bedding down for the night. Welcome drinks, two-course dinner and cooked breakfast included. Adults only.

Suitable for

  • Not suitable for children

Time Travellers Go…Secrets and Spies

  • 15 — 23 February 2014

Calling all super sleuths, secret agents and investigators! Sharpen your detective skills with hands-on training in disguise and cracking codes and clues. This is a Time Travellers event for kids.

Suitable for

  • Family friendly
  • Especially for children
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Merry Maids and Men Discovery Visit

What was life like for children in a medieval castle? Where did they sleep? Was there any time for fun and games? Discover the answers by helping to tell the tale of Harry the kitchen boy and the naughty little Lady Ellie.
Duration: 3/4 hour
Key Stage: 1, History, Literacy, Story-telling, Drama

How to obtain

Call 01304 209899 to book a 45 minute session on weekdays during term time. Price £60 per group of up to 30 pupils until April 2009, £75 per group after April 2009. Visit http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/server/show/nav.19468 for more information.

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