Why You Should Visit Dover

Did you know that Dover, Kent is one of the most dangerous places in Kent? So why should you ever visit? Today let's explore Dover and see what it's really like!
As a Canadian living in the UK (Kent, specifically!) I think it's really important to remember that the UK isn't all quaint countryside villages - but it's full of unique places that deserve some spotlight.
If you're looking to visit Dover, check out some of these tips!
You can buy tickets to visit Dover Castle on it's own, or you can buy an English Heritage membership to get entry for free! If you're visiting multiple English Heritage sites, it might be cheaper to get the membership
English Heritage membership: www.english-heritage.org.uk/v...
Train tickets via Southeastern: www.southeasternrailway.co.uk
I personally like to use Trainline: www.thetrainline.com
We used Dover Taxi instead of taking the bus: 01304 727272
0:00 we're exploring today!
3:21 let's go to Dover
6:09 Dover seafront
8:24 Dover castle
17:09 why you should visit Dover
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[@traceycoote5072]

I have lived in Dover all my life, never felt in any danger. I've been all over Britain and I don't think Dover is any worse than any other town, they all have their good and bad points. The reason why it was so quiet where you was walking was because the pedestrian area was having a lot of work done. There are so many places of interest to visit, obviously the castle, the Dover Roman painted house, Dover museum which houses the bronze age boat, the Western Heights, the Drop Redoubt, the seafront, Shakespeare beach, Samphire Hoe, Langdon cliffs, Connaught Park, Russell Gardens and Kearsney Abbey, plus lots of walks over the Downs. I think for the size of the town we have so much on offer.

[@Manu-Official]

There was someone who got stabbed down by my door on the day I moved from Dover. Just right on that spot a 100 yards from the train station at 3:52

[@arthwys]

For history buffs, Dover castle is incredible. There's so much there in one spot it's hard to believe. Beyond the medieval castle, there's a Roman lighthouse, a Saxon church, tunnels from the Napoleonic era, and World War II tunnels. I'm an American that took the train to Dover for a day trip back in 2005, and at least back then I didn't feel any less safe than other towns in the UK.

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

I didn't feel unsafe either, just unfortunate that Dover has a bad reputation with locals. So much history, though, it's incredible!

[@Lily-Bravo]

I feel so lucky that it was my playground as a child.

[@neilgayleard3842]

When are you coming to Maidstone.

[@Paul_W.E_Ingham]

@@AdventuresAndNaps I suspect it only gets "leary" on a Saturday night when the pubs have closed and the takeaways are packed out.

[@ukpaullouis2708]

@@Paul_W.E_Ingham Dover is an absolute hole. I can’t put it any other way. Go hang out in the High street and you will see everything you don’t want to see. Because of some of the population there are real issues and the spill out onto the streets at all times of the day or night. Dover is best driven through as you get off the ferry from France. Don’t stop till you are past Folkestone and you will be just fine 😁😁. Although Folkestone is changing and maybe in a decade or so might be quite nice.

[@stuarts1219]

Have to confess the only times I've been to Dover have been to catch the ferry, so it was interesting seeing more of the town, especially the castle. I really enjoy watching your trips out, thanks Alanna,.

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

Thanks son much!!

[@B-A-L]

When I last had a motorbike I used to love riding along the coast road from Brighton to Dover practically every weekend and end up at a viewing spot that overlooked the cross channel port and watch the ferries come and go whilst having Dover castle in the background!

[@f3aok]

You were making Dover sound like the wild west.😆 You'll be fine.

[@Truthseeker1515]

I was raised in St Margaret's Bay, 5 miles north of Dover, during the 1980s so I am familiar with the area. There is Dover Castle and that is it. Nothing else. The High Street is dead and so is the seafront with the A20 dual carriage-way artificially separating the City Centre with hideous 1960s block of flats overlooking the port. Locals always went shopping to Canterbury on weekends, never remained in Dover. Moreover, many in the town blamed the opening of the Channel tunnel but no tourists ever stopped in Dover with Cathedral City Canterbury the first port of call and London thereafter. This was exacerbated when the the bulk of the ferry traffic was routed via the Eastern Docks and the 1979 Dover Bypass, the Jubilee Way. Very few ever bothered to visit the Castle despite towering over the town. An expensive visit and the interior is disappointing....

[@jasonsmart3482]

I live between Folkestone and Dover. I admit that I rarely go into Dover just because Folkestone has more amenities. Dover is not pretty but is improving, remember it was a garisson during WW11 suffered a lot of bombing and was rebuilt very cheaply - this is now being addressed. The seafront, marina and small wharf areas are quite nice. Actually stayed at the castle for a few night when had family over from SA - you can rent a cottage - which we did - or a tower! Agreed that there is so much to do at the castle, so much history stretching right back to the time of William the Conqueror. Glad you enjoyed your day and are so openminded.

[@markfrank8057]

Arise Queen Alanna! I’m born and bred in Dover and you (and the butler) did great in one day. Dover has been down on its luck for decades but the history is incredible. Notable places to visit are the Roman lighthouse (in castle grounds), Drop Redoubt, Roman Painted House, Dover Museum and Russell Gardens. The White Horse pub you walked past is worth a visit too.

[@howardkey1639]

Yay, who doesn't love a bit of Adventures & Castles. I've not been to Dover for many a year but it's a very holds a very important place in British history. Being one of the original Cinque ports it has been at the forefront of trade with the world and the defence of this little island we call Britain. Thanks for the tour Alanna. 🙂

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

Thanks so much!!

[@BigPauly]

I was born in Buckland Hospital in Dover in 1971 and have lived here all my life, I’m currently 51. The town may not equal some of the larger Kent towns such as Canterbury or Maidstone but it’s own little town. Where else can you get the White Cliffs, a Castle, some beautiful parks with easy access to the continent. Also if you stand on the white cliffs on a clear day, equipped with a pair of binoculars, you can read the clock face in Calais.

[@Lily-Bravo]

Is Connaught Park still there? I lived next to it and played tennis up there a lot.

[@johngrigsby6019]

Me too, born in Buckland Hospital in 1971...

[@johngrigsby6019]

@@Lily-Bravo yep, still there and pretty much the same as it ever was!

[@Lily-Bravo]

@@johngrigsby6019 No whale jawbone arch though!

[@johngrigsby6019]

@@Lily-Bravo no, wonder what happened to it?!

[@AaronTheHipHopGuy]

Your travelling videos are so good, they’re so much fun to watch! I had to go to my grandads funeral today, and there was a family gathering after but at family gatherings I always used sit with my grandad, so I was feeling sad, but playing the game with you lifted me up a lot and helped me feel better! And watching your exploring video was really nice too! I really appreciate you and your channel! Thanks for everything you do! You genuinely helped me feel so much better today!

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

Thanks so much Aaron, I really appreciate that!!

[@BrownPeterAnthony]

We have been to Dover a couple of times now, and stayed at St Martins Guest House, it was the best one. The White horse pub does brilliant meals, and the sunsets were fantastic. Its a photographers paradise, information centre has everything to do and a hop to France for lunch was a nice surprise for us.( foot passengers on P&O ferries, with passports) People of Dover have always welcomed us, so I have nothing but praise for the town.

[@davidlewis3201]

Don't forget Deal and Walmer - just along from Dover - wonderful traditional seaside towns. Neglected probably because of their shingle beaches. Walmer has a fabulous castle and Deal is where many British stars retire to. Very much worth a day trip!

[@thefowlyetti2]

The mean streets of Kent. Its like saying you visited the most dangerous room in Buckingham Palace, where someone stubbed their toe.

[@ag132slotcarracing4]

Hi, great video. I've lived in Dover for the most of my life and find Dover often gets bad press, however, like most towns it is struggling and does have it's fair share of undesirables. That said, Dover is so rich in history. A few notible place to visit are Kearsney Abbey and Russell Gardens, Samphire Hoe, the Roman Painted House and Connaught Park to name but a few. On the Western Height you have the Napolionic Drop Redoubt which opens certain days of the year, also below that is the Grand Shaft, a triple spiral staircase. The Dover Transport Museum in Whitfield is a hidden gem, well worth a visit. All the best and thanks for all the hard work you put into the videos for us all to enjoy :) Ian

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

Thanks so much for the suggestions! I had a lovely time and only saw a fraction of the history!

[@Topgooner01]

As you are a Kentish Maid, don't forget the Cider Festival at Brogdale Farm in Faversham on Saturday 28th August and Sunday 28th August....it's a fantastic event, with great cider, great food, great music and lots to do!!

[@geoffpoole483]

Alanna at a cider festival, that's a must-watch.

[@Topgooner01]

@@geoffpoole483 Fair to say Geoff, that'll be a great post, and undoubtedly great viewing! Will you be there Geoff?

[@keithroberts42]

It’s a great place for history. If you visit the Dover museum there is an Iron Age boat which was dug up on Dover Sea front, also close by is The Roman Painted house which shows more local history. On the hill opposite the castle known as the Western Heights you have the Drop Redoubt, a Napoleonic era defensive fort, and close by the spiral stair which goes down through the cliff to the seafront (this is only open to the public on certain days though). If you have time for a cliff top walk there is also the Bleriot memorial, the site where Louis Bleriot flew the first plane across the English Channel, and if tide is low you can see the masts of ships which have sunk along the coast. Not to mention the rare Chalkhill Blue, and Adonis Blue butterfly which can be found there.

[@adrianmcgrath1984]

Dover used to be quite a nice place and had a pretty genteel way of life. Nice hotels, fancy ballrooms and busy beaches. It was a nice seaside town that because it was further away from London, didn’t get the same amount of income or attention that places like Brighton got. There was money in the town that came from holiday makers, retirees and the ports. The ports - along with seaside holidays, dipped a bit in the ’70s when cheap package holidays and charter airlines line Lakers were formed. However, the biggest economic hit it took was probably the Channel Tunnel. The train goes underground before it hits Dover/Folkestone and took away a huge amount of passing trade. It’s still busy for freight, but truckers don’t stop and shop - or book a hotel to stay at the night before catching the ferry. I left the UK a long time ago, but from what I can gather, Dover has become a place where long term unemployed folk were encouraged to move to - like Hastings. The void left by the Channel Tunnel meant cheap accommodation. My grandfather was a customs officer there for many years, he and my grandmother lived in nearby Folkestone, which was also rather nice back in the day. British seaside towns took a real hit from the creation of the package holiday, with Cornwall, once one of the UKs favourite holiday destinations becoming the poorest county in the UK. I know in your videos you’ve mentioned the north/south divide, but really there are a lot of places that were left behind, especially by Thatchers ideas of what the UK should be

[@harrisonandrew]

Loved it. I’ve been through Dover on the way to France by Ferry, but never stopped there. It looks OK. Castle looks fabulous. The scenery in that video was outstanding. Thanks for sharing 🙂

[@raiskis1]

Dangerous is relative. If you live in the US, Dover is very small beer indeed. I'm an expat living in a US city in a touristy state which had 117 murders in 2021. So...

[@martxw]

For me, a must-see is the Dover Bronze Age Boat. I think it was discovered when they were digging out one of the underpasses you walked through. The timbers have been preserved, and you can see how our predecessors were trading with Europe thousands of years ago.

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

Great suggestion!

[@MS-19]

Thank you for doing this, Alanna! Dover is a place that I have been through rather than been to - driving to the port bound for ferries to France on European tours, zooming through on the Eurostar train bound for the Channel Tunnel. Once, I got off a ferry after a European visit and went into town itself in order to catch a train to Oxfordshire (which took me via Bearsted and London) so I got a glimpse of Dover beyond the ports. Now, because of you, I can see the *real* Dover without any international travel baggage. Great work!

[@Quaker521]

Nice to see you out n about again. Been through Dover many, many times but have never stopped - can't think why not? 😁

[@cindyluwho602003]

Great job, Alanna! Yes, it's good to see all sides of life. I feel bad that the town has fallen on hard times, it looks like a beautiful place.

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

Thanks so much!

[@nbclaymore1861]

Lovely to see you out and about. 😊

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

Thank you! 😊

[@RJBenitez07]

Your vid was fun to watch, I was interested more of the cliffs but the castle part of your vid made me fascinated

[@andrewpepper3145]

A lot of places in Kent - Dover might fall into this a bit - have basically had the same problem for the last couple of decades. Once they were "go to" places for people living in London and the Midlands who wanted to visit the coast and have beach holidays. Then one day someone figured out a way to take people to other countries for bargain prices and the one industry all these places relied so heavily on went away very quickly. Dover, Margate, Folkestone, Sheppey, all these places will be like anywhere else in England and really the wider world. There will be plenty of good, decent everyday folks living alongside the people who unfortunately give them their reputation

[@geoffpoole483]

What the Spanish resorts offer is guaranteed sunshine. In the UK that's not really possible. Dover and Folkestone have been ports for centuries and that won't change. Margate's position is nowhere near as strong.

[@lizrichardson3309]

Lovely adventure Alanna! I worked in Dover for a number of years and never felt unsafe, in fact I don't think it deserves its poor reputation. There are so many things to do and places to see that it is definitely worth a trip even if you don't visit the castle! My mother-in-law lived in Dover during WW11 right under the castle walls (in one of the houses near the B&B) She often spoke about the role of the castle then. Fascinating stuff! And good camera work Mr Adventures and Naps 🙂

[@geoffpoole483]

Dover's a port; ports are seldom picturesque. I doubt it's any worse than anywhere wlse in the UK.

[@lizrichardson3309]

I agree Geoff, I think that every port has its issues, I've used several of them and not one has been a place I'd like to stay in, especially as there are so many people all trying to either enter or leave the country! But the towns attached to the ports are usually really nice places and have interesting histories!

[@stuartrogers621]

Great video Alanna, enjoyed it very much. X

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@shearerslegs]

Thanks for sharing your day, pjs and Mac and cheese sounds like the perfect end to the day as well. I hope you take us along on any other trips you make even if it is to slightly less desirable towns. Thanks for the video I hope you and the butler have a great rest of the week

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

Thank you so much!!

[@djunior874]

Absolutely amazed by how regularly you upload. I don't know how you have the energy!

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

I really appreciate that!!

[@djunior874]

@@AdventuresAndNaps 😊

[@matc6221]

Getting my A+N newsletter makes the week a whole lot better 👌

[@davidcox2264]

Looks so cool. Thanks for sharing.😍

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

Thanks for watching!

[@eamonquinn5188]

So glad you visited Dover Castle, it used to be part of my job to look after the IT network there and many other sites but I visited there a few times. You could spend a full day just in the castle and the tunnels. Great channel

[@rolanddunk5054]

Hi Alanna,I have only been to Dover to catch ferries so I was happy to follow along with you.I thought at first as if you had found a ghost town…it looked so quiet ..but then people started to appear so that was OK..thank you VERY much for the tour.cheers Roly🇬🇧.

[@Dan-zb7vn]

Cheers Alanna great video I've been to the Dover ferry terminal plenty of times but never even thought that there was an actual town there, interesting place just don't visit at night!

[@marck717]

Hi Alanna, Thanks again for a really interesting video. Dover seems to look really nice from what I saw in your tour. When you were talking about how dangerous it is, I thought it would look really run down, but it looks very well maintained. The Dover Castle looks incredible and I love learning about history. I am definitely going to read up on the history of the castle, especially since you mentioned that it had something to do with Dunkirk.

[@greyman3515]

Thanks so much for the tour, definitely a place I would love to see. It would be interesting to see what you thought of travel writers views of the places you visit. Especially if it contrasted with what you found.

[@jillianb8992]

The walk up the cliffs to the castle looked very pretty. The castle and city views from the castle also very cool. All city's have beautiful spots and not nice spots. Thanks Alanna, that was a fun outing!!🏰

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

Thank you very much!

[@Dave.Thatcher1]

Coulda' sworn I saw a fleet of rubber dinghies making their way across the Channel from Calais in one of those shots...😆

[@karenward2789]

Loved the video, never been to dover so I found it great to watch. Keep doing what you are doing, your all right.

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

Awesome, thank you!

[@galaxywhispers1787]

Great video as always Alanna. Dover castle looks cool.🙂

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

Thank you!!

[@Kardiac]

Having spent quite a bit of time sat in traffic jams around there it was a good call to use the train! Btw, loving the new timing of your uploads. It may not work for everyone but perfect for me as I end up watching content not long after finishing work rather than days later (and yes notifications are on!).

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

Ahh I'm so glad to hear that!! I was nervous about changing the time lol

[@Kardiac]

@@AdventuresAndNaps Probably depends on viewer location demographic and you'll never please all but for me it works so I'm going to be a bit selfish about it all and say it was a brilliant move lol.

[@naitchb16]

English Heritage membership is definitely decent value if you plan to get out and about to several places. They often have discount codes too. I’ve only ever been to Dover to catch the ferry so this was a very informative vid. Thank you so much, Alanna!

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

Thanks so much! Yeah, it can really pay for itself if you're doing a few things!

[@jillhobson6128]

@@AdventuresAndNaps After a year's membership of EH, you get free access to CADW, Welsh Heritage And Historic Scotland properties. Well worth it if you want to visit Edinburgh Castle.

[@markwalsh1474]

Thanks for the vid Alanna..👍

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

Thanks for watching!

[@andymcgarty3099]

Unexpectedly a really interesting video. I've been to Dover loads of times, but always straight to the Ferry Port. Looks like I missed out, lots of great stuff to be seen. And what a fantastic castle. More castles please :)

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

Thanks so much!

[@gigteevee6118]

My Grandad was stationed at the castle during WW2, looks like it’s worth an explore…great stuff, more outside location videos!

[@iancomputerscomputerrepair8944]

Another great and funny video. Keep up the great work. I have never visited that neck of the woods, but I keep meaning to.

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

Thanks so much!

[@eze8970]

Thanks Alanna, your & Mr Naps middle name is 'Danger' then or so it seems...glad you made it back out! Good little tour, so much history, glad you both enjoyed it! 🙏

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@Elwaves2925]

Hey Alanna. Can't do the 5pm release on a Tues but I'm here now. It's always great to see you out and aboot. 😀 If I ever get to that area, I will be checking Dover Castle out as I love a good castle. Great video.

[@Genxgrl]

I live in a little bit called Aycliffe, just outside Dover, we have sea views and Shakespeare Beach and very quiet up here. Loads of walkers go to Dover Priory to then walk from Dover to Folkestone, going past my house. Historically Dover is huge and many spots to explore. Scenery is beautiful around and in Dover. Western Heights is stunning with views across the harbour and views of France on a Clear day, today it’s 27c and the sky is so blue with turquoise sea, Dover is currently having a lot of upgrades, the new marina and little café to stop in.

[@23879988]

I really like the videos like this when you show us around places, very nice :-)

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

Glad you like them!

[@joshbrailsford]

I've been to Dover a bunch of times... to catch a cross-channel ferry. I never even thought there might be cool things to see and do there. 😅 The castle looks well worth a visit! Thanks Alanna for showcasing yet more of the UK I never knew about.

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@gojohnniegogo]

Hope you had a great time!

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

I did!

[@thelastpilot4582]

I am English and I like the way you are not just doing the pretty pretty villages and the seaside town beaches. We get more than enough of that it's good to see normal towns and things included.👍👍😁😁

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

Thank you! 😃

[@sarkybugger5009]

Those two aerial masts are the modern incarnation of the Chain Home radar system that was so important in WW2. The Bleriot memorial is lurking in the trees, not far from the castle walls. The old town hall and museum are worth a visit, too.

[@davidjones332]

Dover's a working seaport, and most of those have their rougher side, even the quite small ones. (I can recommend Holyhead if you fancy a fight outside a pub on a Saturday night). Seriously though, being the nearest port to Europe, Dover has seen millions of travellers in peace and war for over two thousand years. Not for nothing was it nicknamed Hellfire Corner in WW2.

[@geoffpoole483]

Ports tend to have lively nightlife. Portsmouth on a Friday or Saturday night probably matches Holyhead for alternative entertainment.

[@Armyjay]

I’m from Dover. The Roman Painted House is an archeological site of a Roman villa, from when the Romans first built the Quay in “Dovorium”. Also the Museum is fabulous, with Europe’s oldest Bronze Age sea-going boat which was excavated nearby and lots more.

[@Jasongvl]

Nice to see a different and pleasant perspective for my home town! Thank-you. To be honest, its not that dangerous/dodgy, I think there are just a lot of people that live here (mainly the wrong-uns) that complain about the place. On your next visit- see the drop redoubt, the roman painted castle, bronze age boat, the various ruins and parks that are free to visit...and also lots of diving in the channel if you are a suba-wreck fan.

[@starlord3496]

Just imagine what them castle 🏰 walls have seen and heard mind blowing imo

[@johncasey1314]

Getting to Dover is easy, just fall asleep on a late train from London to Maidstone ( I think) and next thing you now, your in Dover. Not cheap getting back.

[@billmayor8567]

Truly enjoyed your video. The castle was stunning and surrounding areas very green. Enjoyed the views of the green rolling hills. Crime rate aside and maybe not as exciting activities wise, it would be quite a relaxing place to live if you are looking for somewhere quieter. Never been to Dover but might just put it on my list if I visit somewhere nearby. I know some of the coastal towns get a bad reputation but you managed to create a beautiful video of Dover. You would be brilliant as a tourist salesperson or on tourist board to identity places of interest!

[@simonlee7633]

Thank you for your educational trip. It looks OK.

[@madpixie2]

Great video Alanna! Dover does have some big social problems and it isn't just a weekend pub/club issue, it's there to be seen in the town centre during the daytime too. However, despite that and the lack of investment in the town, there is great history there and some of the grand old houses just outside the centre point to it's former military importance. Other than the castle, sea front & white cliffs all mentioned in the video, it has an interesting lighthouse a bit further along the cliffs or if you have a car, maybe visit Samphire Hoe - a nature reserve built on reclaimed land from the earth removed whilst building the Channel Tunnel. It is very peaceful and leads onto a beach at the end.

[@Clayton-S.]

Nice to see you out and about Alanna. I have been to Dover a couple of times but didn't really know much about it. I did know that the Dunkirk evacuation Operation Dynamo in 1940 was coordinated by Admiral Bertram Ramsay and his staff from Dover Castle though. Also,(geek alert!) the 1971 Doctor Who story Mind of Evil was partly filmed there with the castle standing in for a maximum security prison. That's about the limit of my Dover knowledge...😂. Fun and informative video as always, thank you ☺👍

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

Thanks so much!! Yeah, loads of history here.

[@richardmiller3922]

I haven't been to Dover since I went on a school trip when I was 13 years old, that was 1978-9. Thanks Alanna for reminding me to go back.

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

I had a great day out, hope you can visit someday soon, too!

[@paulgrimwood2145]

I'm not local but have worked all over Kent. There used to a great little shopping area just around the cruise terminal. Also Samphire Hoe is a 5 min rive out towards Folkestone. There is a memorial to Allied pilots there with full scale models of Spitfire and Hurricane. Then just on from there is Folkestone, where the best place to walk is The Leas.

[@jcasillas78]

Cool video! "Clover Over Dover" by Blur is one of my favorite songs, it looked like you were in a windtunnel on top of the castle!

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

Yeah a bit windy! 😂

[@marcelwiszowaty1751]

Nice video, as always! You mentioned the English Heritage membership which, as you said, basically pays for itself withn two or three visits. In a similar vein I'd draw attention to Railcards... I have a Senior Railcard (yes, I'm that old!) but I travel around the country a lot by train, including about once a month to London from Coventry to take in a gallery or museum (usually free, remember) The Railcard is thus terrific value for me but it's also worth noting that there's a wide range of them to suit various needs (e.g. Family Railcard) *and* you can hold it on your phone too. Keep on travelling, Alanna!

[@hairyairey]

I suspect Mr and Mrs Naps have a two together railcard - or even their own each as they are still young. I think you can renew the 26-30 "millenium" railcard the day before your 30th birthday but only for a year.

[@t.a.k.palfrey3882]

Over the scores of times I have been to England over the past 70+ years, including my six years at junior prep there, never once have I been to Dover, so many thanks for this interesting video. I love Canterbury, Rochester, Tunbridge Wells, Sevenoaks, and their surrounding areas, but everything in this video was new to me. Where next? Try Knowle Park.

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

Thanks for watching!!

[@MCallsen]

Parts of my family used to build big freight clippers (sailboats) in Denmark and all their ships were painted in front of the White Cliffs of Dover. One of the pictures still hangs over the sofa at my parent's house. So from the youngest age I knew about Dover. Kind if weird :D Love the video and it looks pretty ok there honestly :)

[@grantparman4705]

I'm glad that people are able to travel again now. We should all appreciate the little things!

[@anglonig1]

What are you on about.

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

Thanks so much pal!

[@grantparman4705]

@@AdventuresAndNaps You're welcome. I must please the algorithm 😆

[@Chris_GY1]

I have being to Dover lots of times mainly to cross the channel as I did in June. I have visited Dover Castle where in one of the tunnels in 1940 Admiral Sir Bertram Ramsay led Operation Dynamo the evacuation of Dunkirk.

[@Bluedex2011]

Thanks Alanna, looks like you guys had a great day out and the castle looked awesome, something out of a movie ! 🙂 I did not know about Dovers reputation, perhaps England's answer to downtown Philly 😂

[@johngrigsby6019]

You're right about movies... Mel Gibson's Hamlet was filmed there, some of Age of Ultron, and the beheading scene from The Other Boleyn Girl - they often use the tower as a stand-in for the Tower of London. I was an extra in the Other Boleyn Girl, and got to see Natalie Portman beheading about 12 times lol

[@stephenphillip5656]

As you have proved Alanna, it's sometimes best to look beyond the naysayers & doom merchants & see for yourself. Everything we do in life has an element of risk but that shouldn't put you off enjoying your life, visiting different places & learning about a country's culture. All the best Alanna, I love your day-trip videos & your view of life in UK.

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

Thank you so much!!

[@hairyairey]

@@AdventuresAndNaps You bring joy to those who watch your channel. Thank you kindly (as my favourite Canadian would say).

[@davidpierce3217]

Nice video. Last time we were in Dover we did the cliff walk. Of course I'd seen many pictures of the fabled cliffs of Dover but they are way more impressive in person. You don't get a good sense of how gigantic they are just from pictures

[@angelique_cs]

I love the south coast, though when I visit, I usually don't get out of Dorset. It's lovely to see what the east side has going for it!

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@TheRunereaper]

You walked right past the White Horse pub, where many cross-channel swimmers from all over the world, including some record holders, have signed their names over inch of spare space on the walls. £23... that's iniquitous! Thank you for coming Alanna.

[@db8444]

Thanks Alanna! I recommend the Grand Shaft and the Bronze Age Boat in the town museum

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

Great suggestions!

[@nordicson2835]

Beautiful trip , thank you for sharing this day out and about , glad it isn't as oppressivly hot as it has been. You look great , getting an Audrey Hepburn vibe , lije that , be safe , be well.

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

Thanks for watching!

[@andrewjohnston4127]

Was based there years ago at old park barracks (sadly no longer there) always had a great time in Dover and the surrounding areas

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

That's awesome!

[@martindice5424]

Dover Museum. The Oldest sea going boat in Europe is there - The Bromze Age Boat. I worked at Dover Castle for 15 years and fully agree that an English Heritage membership is thoroughly worth the money . In the South East of England you are spoiled for choice - Walmer Castle and it’s beautiful gardens, Deal Castle, Battle Abbey (the site of the Battle of Hastings in 1066) and many more. In my humble (and possibly biased ) opinion, Dover should be a World Heritage Site. As a military historian I can think of no other place on Earth that has had such a continuous history of fortification from the Iron Age to the Cold War. And iconic for our defiance against tyranny. The most dangerous place in Kent? Well, definitely if you wish to invade us. Love your work Alana. Good show! Carry on. 👍👍

[@rowesk]

Dover?!?! You brave woman! I'm surprised you left with your shoes!

[@iainholmes2735]

Great vid. Would love to see you do a travelogue vid of the Scottish Highlands (even if it does pour down - as it probably will).

[@garypltn69]

good to see you out and about i use Trainline very good for a bargain

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@leeparry6250]

Awesome video! I like these vlog type vids and good to see your take on visiting places in the UK. Please keep them up. I've recently started vlogging a bit and the it feels a little daunting/self conscious in public. Would be good to see your view on it in a future video too ☺

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

Glad you like them! It's really weird filming in public lol

[@Malfie657]

I guess most of us Brits just see Dover as somewhere to get a ferry to la belle France for day trips or holidays, and that probably means most (me included) have never actually stopped to see what its like. I'd heard good things about the castle and tunnels and from what you say its obviously worth the trip though it may never reach the top of my list. Another great video, thanks Alanna.

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

Thanks so much!!

[@davidchristian8218]

Thanks Alanna! It's great you've got a working mike now 👏 I've only been to Dover to catch the ferry ⛴ And I had no idea that it's such a crime ridden town. And I'm considering getting an English Heritage membership 🤔

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

Ahh it's so worth it if you're going to see a few places in a year!

[@Rjhs001]

Hi Alanna. Thanks for reminding us Brits that Dover is so much more than just a port and ferry terminal. Nice one!

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

Thanks so much! I had a great time - hope to do more "lesser explored" places down here in Kent ☺️

[@Rjhs001]

@@AdventuresAndNaps really like your 'out and about' vids and also your choice of music. Keep 'em coming Alanna 😁

[@geoffpoole483]

In my experience the majority of people warning against visiting a particular neighbourhood/town/country have never been there. Dover's a port and therefore is likely to be a bit rough and ready. I visited Dover on a school trip many years ago. We stayed in Margate and one evening the teachers took us to a nightclub where the "entertainment" included a drag act, something us ten year olds had a struggle to comprehend.

[@chrisbatten1280]

You would love to walk the White cliffs right up to the light house and the views are briliant

[@samnrob1]

The Roman Painted house is a must see in Dover and Dover Museum houses the 5,000 year old Bronze Age Boat

[@leedsalex]

Need to get yourself up north, Whitby, Scarborough, maybe a visit to Chatsworth /Bakewell on the way too. All would be great areas for videos.

[@TheCorek1949]

For your next visit will need to be at the Faversham Hop Festival on 3-4 September.

[@charnys2968]

The cliffs are actually a nature reserve and you can see lots of interesting plants and wildlife. You can walk along to the tea room at the south foreland lighthouse, and to the pine gardens & museum at St Margaret's Bay. Other than that there's a couple of beautiful parks - Kearsney Abbey and Russell Gardens which are always nice to spend the day at. Sadly there's not a lot to do here even though the town has so much history!

[@paulappleyard2826]

Kearsney abbey, while slightly outside of the town is beautiful and worth a visit 🤩

[@billiamtaylor3509]

Ooh there’s a Londis. I’m definitely going

[@denisebaba2951]

There's some lovely parks, one opposite the castle. The obvious walks across the cliffs. Get into Temple Ewell There's Kearsney Abbey park and lots of nature walks in Temple Ewell & Lydden. A number 15 bus from Dover takes you there. We've only lived here 2 years.

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

Thanks so much for the suggestions!

[@tonywilkinson6895]

Nice to see that you appreciate a bit of Norman helmet!!😉

[@JAY61ish]

Did my Army Training in Folkestone many many years ago..popped to Dover a few times.. it was an ok town. Loads of History .unfortunately a lot of the lovely old buildings have been bulldozed for some reason..