Guided Walk: Shakespeare Cliff & Samphire Hoe Walk

Event Date: 21/01/2023 10:00 - 15:00

Come along on a spectacular a circular walk commencing from Dover Priory following the National Trail of the North Downs way to top of Shakespeare Cliff and down to Samphire Hoe. Then back to the cliff top and across the Western Heights to the start of the walk. Please bring a packed lunch and a drink.

Duration: 5 hours

Distance: 6 miles

Leader: Paul Holt

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

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.