The White Cliffs of Dover to South Foreland
Along the top of the White Cliffs to a Victorian lighthouse, with France on the horizon.
- Distance
- 10.4 km
- Ascent
- 180 m
- Time
- 2.5–3.5 h
- Grade
- Easy
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 123 m
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About this walk
The White Cliffs of Dover to South Foreland is an easy 10.4 km out-and-back walk with 180 m of ascent, taking 2.5 to 3.5 hours. It starts at White Cliffs of Dover visitor centre (grid reference TR 338 420).
The White Cliffs of Dover are one of England's most famous sights, and the National Trust looks after the clifftops east of the town. From the visitor centre, the path follows the cliffs above Dover's busy port, with views across the Channel to France on a clear day.
It ends at South Foreland Lighthouse, a Victorian lighthouse also run by the National Trust, about 3 km away. Return the same way.
Route
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1
Along the cliffs
Follow the clifftop path east from the visitor centre.
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2
South Foreland
Reach the lighthouse and return the same way.
Summit
On the way
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Dover CastleCastle · 300 m from the route
Questions about this walk
- How long does The White Cliffs of Dover to South Foreland take?
- Most walkers take 2.5–3.5 hours for the 10.4 km route, which has 180 m of ascent. That allows for short stops; give yourself longer in winter, in poor weather or with a group.
- Where does the walk start, and where can I park?
- It starts at White Cliffs of Dover visitor centre (grid reference TR 338 420). National Trust car park (charge for non-members).
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Trains to Dover Priory, then a walk up to the cliffs. Check times on Traveline.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded easy. Chalk and grass clifftop paths, with a few short climbs.
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Before you go: Keep well back from the cliff edge, which can crumble without warning, and keep dogs on a lead.
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