Dover: The Key to the Kingdom, Guided Walk

Dover is a very well known name, mainly for the White Cliffs and the incredible Castle facing France, ready to defend our small island. Unfortunately most people know it through getting on a ferry to enjoy a Continental holiday – but never stop to enjoy the many layers of our island history from the forming of the White Cliffs and therefore an international port to the many visits of Kings and Queens, their marriages and their deaths and the legacies they leave.

For example, Henry VIII kept his personal yacht/warship in the harbour ready to face his main rival and Charles II returned from 24 years in exile after Cromwell was defeated, bringing with him a much loved spaniel…

Two hours is not long enough to tell all the stories, but a good start to understand the role Dover had – and still has – in England’s history. And then there is James Bond…

Pre-booking required (booking closes 11 September 2026, 12am) – max number of people per walk: 30

• 12 September: Book online here
• 17 September: Book online here

Estimated Duration: 2 hours

Start Location

Meet outside Dover Museum. 15 mins from Dover Priory Station, 10 minutes from Bus station, 10 minutes from sea.

Accessibility details

A gentle stroll through streets on pavements through Dover – one building is down 5 steps but the rest is suitable for wheelchair users.