Located
in Kent, the Dover Castle is significant to English History. Its
construction occurred in a number of phases starting in the 12th
Century when the building of “the Great Tower”.
The Castle’s main attraction is its wartime tunnels which
were used since the Middle Ages and most recently during the 2nd
World War.
The Castle is run by the English Heritage Organization a government
body established to provide advice, findings and oversee the
management of the Country’s historic environment.
Dover was declared a world heritage site by UNESCO and since
it was opened to the public, the Castle has become a major tourist
attraction.
Visiting the Palace:
Adult admission fees are 9.50 Pounds though group bookings attract
lower fees. There is a restaurant and eatery at the Palace. Opening
hours differ at different times of the year. For more information
on opening hours, admission fees and how to get to the Castle,
you can visit the English Heritage Website and search for Dover
Castle at: http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/