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    Ghostly Tales at Samphire Hoe

    Event Date: 28/10/2026 17:30 - 19:00

    Free Event

    Booking not required

    No need to book, just turn up in time for a prompt 5.30 pm start.

    As the sun sets and shadows stretch across the cliffs, join us for a gently spooky evening walk filled with ghostly tales and mysterious encounters…

    Led by Ranger Paul, this family-friendly walk will take you around Samphire Hoe as he shares eerie stories. Some rooted in local legend, others conjured from the imagination!

    Keep your eyes peeled… You might just spot the ghost with the huge white hands, hear whispers from the Tommyknockers of the old coal mine, or cross paths with ghostly smugglers and the officers who tried to stop them, nothing too scary, just enough to make you jump and giggle!

    Please bring torches. Wear sturdy footwear and warm clothes.
    Children must be accompanied at all times.
    Please note, this could be a little frightening, so consider if it is suitable for sensitive children.

    Meeting Point:
    Rangers Hut at Samphire Hoe Country Park, Samphire Rd, Dover CT17 9FL
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    Parking:
    Parking £2 for 2 hours, or £3 all day.

    Facilities:
    Toilets, including accessible toilets available on site.

    Accessibility:
    We are pleased to announce that this event is fully accessible. There is disabled parking available, and a disabled access toilet. The Samphire Hoe Tramper is available to hire free of charge

    Dogs:
    Well behaved dogs on leads are welcome.

    Weather and clothing:
    This event will take place outside, and so there are a few things to consider.

    • Please wear sensible footwear. Please no flipflops, sandals, crocs or other open toed shoes.

    • Please wear appropriate clothing for the days weather.

    • Ensure you bring adequate layers if the weather is chilly.

    • Consider waterproofs for the everchanging British weather.

    • Please consider bringing a spare change of clothes, as they may get a little dirty and/or wet. We recommend long sleeves and trousers to reduce the risk of insect bites.

    This event will be going ahead whatever the weather, unless there is an amber weather warning in place. Ranger will periodically check the weather in the lead up to the event and will make a decision 18 hours prior to the event. In the case of cancellation, you will be notified by the event leader via the email provided at the time of booking.

    Please note that there will be steps, non-tarmacked paths, uneven ground.

    Event Location - Samphire Hoe

    Samphire Hoe Country Park was created at the foot of Shakespeare Cliff between Folkestone and Dover using chalk marl dug to create the Channel Tunnel. Opened in 1997 as a nature reserve and country park it is now a haven for wildlife and a centre for outdoor learning and events.

    Habitats on site include chalk grassland, sea buckthorn scrub, ponds, rockpools and a pebble beach. Paths and a cycle route allow you to explore the site and a tea kiosk and indoor exhibition room with seating can be found near the car park.

    The North Downs Way runs along the cliff top and links the site to Folkestone Warren Local Nature Reserve to the west.

    We manage Samphire Hoe on behalf of Eurotunnel. For more information visit the Samphire Hoe website.

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