Friends of Dover Castle

 

Dover Castle known as 'The Key to Englang' has over 2000 Years of History, from an Iron Age fort, Roman lighthouse and Saxon church to the Castle that is seen today with the massive Great Tower built by Henry II.

Dover Castle is one of the greatest and most famous of European fortresses, its position as a frontier defence ensuring it an important place in British history. Dover Castle strategically sited, guarding the nearest landing point to mainland Europe, made it an emphatic statement of medieval royal power, highly visible across the Straits of Dover. Its unbroken active service as a castle and fortress stretches over more than nine centuries, from the invasion of William the Conqueror to the age of the nuclear missile, from the autumn of 1066 to 1958.

The latest magazine has been posted to members.
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Sat 14 - Tue 31 Aug - Spy Quest
Enjoy this fun family trail as you explore Dover Castle searching for characters and clues.
Crack the codes to find the hidden transmitter and win a prize.

Members have a tour of The Officers' Mess  

 

Site last revised 15 Aug 2010