Dover
Lock and Key of the Kingdom

Dover is an ancient town. As the "Gateway to England" it has faced armies of invasion, been fortified, settled and developed.

If many of the nearly 20 million travellers who annually pass through its harbour remember it only for its white cliffs, that is their loss. For within the protection of its chalk valley the town has the history of England spelt out in its buildings.

To sample a little of this history select a topic from the buttons on the left of the screen. If you want to see some pictures of Dover as it is today click on the photo above.

For more information about the website, books about Dover, places to visit in Dover, Dover web links, click on the 'Information' button on the left.

Contact the webmaster@dover-kent.co.uk

The largest commercial airship in the world over Dover Castle 19th November 2006. The Spirit of Dubai was launched in London on Thursday 16th and was heading for Dubai, visiting landmarks including the White Cliffs of Dover on the way.