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Visit the "Key to the Kingdom"
The tale of Dover Castle is a tale of England itself - a
tale of
conflict and courage played out for visitors across a unique 79
acre site. It
really is a complete family day out of memorable visit
for everyone.
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 There's
so much to see and do at Dover Castle
Come and delve into 2'000 years of colorful and continuous
history at one of the country's
most exciting heritage attractions.
Discover a top secret pats and experience an
enthralling day out
for all ages.
Experience wartime drama deep in the heart of the White Cliffs
of Dover.
Take an inclusive guided tour deep inside the famous chalk
cliffs.
Step back to a time
when Britain was at war and these top
secret tunnels played a vital and dramatic role in
military action.
It was from here that the evacuation of 338'000 troops from horrors
of
Dunkirk was masterminded. Recreating life as it would have been
here for stationed
personnel in 1940, journey through the labyrinth
of passageways where lights will dim and
the terrifying drone of
bombers can be heard overhead.

Commentary, film, sound and even smell, will enable you to re-live
those remarkable days.
See the anti-aircraft operations room and
the reconstructed telecommunications station.
Experience the
operating theatre and thrill to the story of brave airman as surgeons
battle to save him in this incredible underground location.
More information:
http://www.english-heritage.org.uk |