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Unfortunately, due to high winds, Dover Castle will be closed on Saturday 7 & Sunday 8 December. Our Father Christmas sessions will also not be able to go ahead. Your booking will be automatically refunded and there is no need to contact us. We are very sorry for any disappointment caused.
Open weekends, 10am - 4pm.
See full prices and opening timesGo deep underground into the tunnels hidden beneath the mighty white cliffs of Dover, where special effects, dramatic projections and real film footage bring the evacuation of Dunkirk to life.
Let your little soldiers take on the castle in our brand new action-packed, siege-themed play area.
Bring the family and get into the holiday spirit at England’s most iconic fortress every weekend in December.
The clock is running! Can you and your team take on the challenge and escape 'The Bunker' before time is up?
Dive into the forgotten tale of the 1216-17 siege as it comes to life in our brand new interactive exhibition.
Step into these tunnels, abandoned in the 1980s, on special guided tours this winter.
Meet Father Christmas Join Father Christmas at the castle for a magical way to start the festive season
Festive Fun Experience Dover Castle this Christmas season and join our Victorian fellows for a barrel of laughs and festive fun!
DUMPY Tours Go deep underground at and discover the Dumpy level on a special guided tunnel tour. 18+ only.
Members events Enjoy our programme of events exclusively for English Heritage members this season
Dover Castle EventsWatch this trailer to see what you can expect when you visit Dover Castle Under Siege.
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Massive earth ramparts and ditches are constructed, which will provide the foundation for the medieval castle's curtain walls. Regular cross-Channel trading takes place.
The Romans build a lighthouse here to guide ships into the harbour, the base of the fleet patrolling the Channel.