'''Dover''' [http://www.whitecliffscountry.org.uk/] is a port in East Kent, in the South East of England.
Understand
Dover has been a permanent settlement since at least the time of the Romans, who were the first to record its presence, giving it the name ''Dubris''. It also marked the start of Watling Street, a major Roman road. The Roman lighthouse built on the present-day site of Dover Castle is one of the oldest buildings in Britain.
Today Dover is a major port town facing into the English Channel and, at just 21 miles from the French port of Calais, it is the closest port to continental Europe on mainland Britain. It is most famous for its white chalk cliffs which have been celebrated in song.
Get in
By car
The A2 runs north to Canterbury and on to the M2. The A20 follows the coast south to Folkestone, and the A256 heads north towards Ramsgate, Broadstairs and Margate.
By train
Fare and timetable information is available from [http://www.setrains.co.uk/ South East Trains], tel. 08457 484950.
By boat
Due to its proximity to continental Europe, Dover is one of the busiest cross-Channel ports in the UK, with 18 million passengers passing through its gates every year. Regular ferry services operate from Dover to Calais, Dunkerque and Ostend.
The Ferry between Dover and Calais costs around __12-18 each way if on foot or bicycle, and around __80 for a car, although big discounts are available if booked in advance or with special offers.
Other Routes are present within the UK (and might be cheaper)
Get around
By bus
[http://www.stagecoachbus.com/eastkent/ Stagecoach East Kent] are the main bus operator in the Dover area. Maps, Timetables and Fare information are available on their website. Stagecoach run both urban, rural and inter-urban local buses, including regular buses to Deal, Folkestone, Canterbury and further afield.
By foot
Dover is small enough that much of it can reasonably be explored on foot.
See
'''Dover Castle''' - known as the "Key to England", the castle has 2,000 years of history contained within its walls, including a Roman lighthouse, a Saxon church and a Norman keep. Below ground a series of casements and tunnels have been dug into the chalk. From these tunnels Operation Dynamo (the Dunkirk evacuation) was planned.
'''Battle of Britain Memorial''' - A very touching memorial dedicated to the men who fought and died in Britain's most desperate hour. Vintage airplanes are also on display.
'''Roman Painted House''' well preserved ruins of a Roman townhouse that includes a hypocaust heating system and mosaic fragments.
'''Bronze Age Boat''' 3,500 year old wooden boat preserved in mud. After its chance discovery it was lifted and placed in a special gallery in Dover Museum.
'''Grand Shaft''' Triple staircase constructed in Napoleonic times to enable quick troop movements between Townwall Street and the abandoned Western Heights fortifications.
Do
Walk the scenic '''North Downs Way''', a walking trail that follows the low hills that run alongside the coast
Buy
Eat
Country pubs nearby
'''The New Inn''', Canterbury Road, '''Etchinghill''', ''+44 (0) 1303'' 862026, [http://www.new-inn.info/]. A 16th century coaching inn, country pub and very popular restaurant just a short drive from Dover '''(junction 12, M20)'''. Fantastic reputation for fine cuisine, open seven days a week for lunches and evening meals. Terrific food, real ale, oak beams & cosy atmosphere.
Indian Cuisine
'''Curry Garden Restaurant''', 24 High Street, Dover, Kent, ''+44 (0) 1304'' 206357. Opening Hours: 12 noon-3PM, 6PM-Midnight, 7 Days A Week including Bank Holidays. Dover's Oldest and Finest Indian Cuisine, situated on the main high street, close to the town hall. A Take Away Menu is available, offering 10% discount on all orders over __15 collected from the premises. Great special take away offer of 1/2 Price Take away, every 2nd Sunday of each month, on cash and collect orders only.Good selection of dishes on the menu.
Marine court Brewers Fayre. over. arine court. 870 990 6516. Located on Dover's Seafront with views of Dover ,The Marine Court Restaurant provides a quality environment for you to enjoy a great meal and modern Pub Food
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Drink
The Cricketers Pub. rabble Avenue. From Dover town centre, go up the one way system to Buckland Brige, turn left at first traffic lights and then first left into Crabble Avenue. The pub is opposite Dover Rugby and Football grounds. 1304 206396. ww.thecricketerspub.com. on- Wed 3-12 Thurs-Sun 12- 1.00 a.m . The Cricketers is a friendly village pub catering for all ages, situated in the village of River, located opposite the crabble cricket and rugby pitches, and home of Dover football club. The Cricketers has been an important focal point for the community for over 100 years.
Sleep
Ramada Hotel, Singledge Rd, Dover, 4 star, 10 minutes from ferry port
Clare House - 3 star guest house, 167 Folkestone Rd
Churchill Hotel - 3 star hotel, Dover Waterfront,
Get out