Guided Walk: Birds of the White Cliffs & South Foreland

Event Date: 08/10/2023 10:30 - 15:30

Join us on an exciting, one way walk from Dover Priory Station to the summit of the White Cliffs of Dover where we will follow the national trail to South Foreland Valley, St. Margaret’s Bay stopping and looking at birds as we go. On our way hear about the wildlife especially birds, migration and the importance of wild habitats like chalk downland. Once at South Foreland hear about the plants and wildlife that live in this wonderful site. The walk will include some steps, steep slopes and possible muddy paths so please bring suitable outdoor footwear and outdoor clothing suitable for the weather forecast. Please bring snacks, drinks maybe a packed lunch. There are food venues at St. Margaret’s if you wish to buy lunch. IMPORTANT: This is a one way walk please bring money to pay for your taxi or bus back to Dover from St. Margaret’s-at-Cliffe.

Distance: approximately 5.3 miles (8.5km)

Duration: 5 hours including lunch time

Email: Jason.Moule@dover.gov.uk

Mobile: 07541 207059

Should weather conditions not be suitable for the walk, leaders will be in touch to advise postponement or cancellation of this walk.

Event Location - South Foreland Valley

Adjoining the White Cliffs of Dover is the South Foreland Valley which is part of the Dover to Kingsdown Site of Special Scientific Interest. The woodland and cattle-grazed chalk grassland are home to an abundance of wildlife with many notable birds found here.

Walks across the site provide views of the English Channel and the French coast and lead to nearby South Foreland Lighthouse, managed by The National Trust. We manage South Foreland Valley on behalf of St Margaret’s at Cliffe Parish Council.