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With more daylight hours and warmer weather, plans start forming for lazy days by the coast and time outdoors with your favourite people. May is a wonderful month to explore this beautiful coastal corner of southeast England especially as there are two long bank holiday weekends. You’ll discover an abundance of nature, landscapes, beaches and castles, and fabulous entertainment, food and drink and hospitality, all within easy reach of the capital.
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A summer of fun
There’s a jam-packed summer programme of events beginning this month, with Sandwich Salutes the 40s over the Early May Bank Holiday, Deal Memorial Bandstand’s Sunday concert season on Walmer Green, music gigs at the Booking Hall in Dover and comedy at the Astor Theatre in Deal, events at Dover Castle and much more. See below and click on the link to the What’s On pages on our website for all event details.
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This way to the ships
Dover is one of the busiest cruise ports in Northern Europe, welcoming over 20 different cruise lines and 200,000 cruise passengers every year. If you are joining a cruise at Dover this year, do read the handy tips on our website and consider extending your holiday to spend some time exploring the fascinating surrounding area.
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Marvellous markets
Browsing local markets has to be one of the best ways to sample local produce and find out more about an area. Weekly markets in White Cliffs Country include the bustling Sandwich Market next to the Guildhall on Thursday mornings and vibrant Deal Saturday Market on Union Street Car Park on Saturday mornings. The Market Dover is held on the fourth Saturday of the month in the town's Market Square and other smaller markets are held in village halls. Don’t forget to bring a bag or two!
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Roman Dubris
Did you know that there is an astonishing Roman site in the heart of Dover? This Scheduled Monument is thought to have originally formed part of a large 'mansio' (official hotel) for travellers crossing the English Channel when Dover, or Dubris, was the gateway to Roman Britannia. The sensitive site is currently closed for remedial works to allow access to the monument, but it is on schedule to be reopened from the end of July until the end of October at the weekends to allow visitors to view the remains and archaeological finds.
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Handy guides
Discover the many fabulous visitor attractions and walking and cycling routes in the area and plan great days out for all the family. Our popular Days Out and Walking & Cycling leaflets are available to download from our website or pick up at our Visitor Information Centres in Dover, Deal and Sandwich and from various venues across the district.
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Fairtrade at Kearsney
The popular Kearsney Café in Kearsney Abbey, Temple Ewell, has been recognised as a Fairtrade business. Open year round from 9am until 4pm the café serves seasonal food and drink, including breakfasts, sandwiches and homemade cakes. Children’s lunch bags are also available.
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 Sandwich Salutes the 40s
Including living history groups, beer tent, retro clothes and collectibles, live music and P22 patrol boat tours.
4-6 May
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 Deal Indoor Tennis Centre Fun Day
Free tennis coaching, serving up lots of fun for all ages and abilities. All equipment provided.
6 May
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 Astor Comedy Night
Javier Jarquin (Card Ninja), Fiona Ridgewell (Best Newcomer Edinburgh-ish Awards 2023) and Alexander Bennett (Hell to Play).
10 May
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 White Cliffs Plant Fair
The 21st annual plant fair, with a range of plants, at the White Cliffs National Trust Visitor Centre.
Open 10am - 4pm.
11-12 May
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 Ripple Windmill Open Day
A chance to visit a Kentish smock mill in a beautiful location. Open 12pm - 4pm. Free entry, donations welcome.
12 May
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 Tom Robinson at the Astor Theatre
The musician and broadcaster’s evening of song & stories spanning 5 decades of adventures in the music industry.
16 May
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 Drop Redoubt Tour
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Grand Shaft Open Day
Another chance to explore these extraordinary historic sites.
19 May
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 Classic Car Show at Dover Transport Museum
See 50+ lovingly tended vintage cars from days gone by at this fascinating museum.
26 May
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 Kids Rule! at Dover Castle
Discover the Castle’s part in Operation Fortitude through an interactive play and children’s activities – uncover plots and enjoy a fun day out!
28 May – 2 June
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