About Dover

Dover High Speed Trains from Sept 7th

admin — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 09:54:04 +0000

Dover is to get a preview of the 14omph Javelin train service earlier than expected.

Journey times to London will be cut to just over 1hr.

See this article at BBC News for the latest information.

Managing director Charles Horton said:

The high speed service means passengers from Dover will be able to reach London in just over an hour where it now takes nearly two hours – making it a town where you can now easily commute from.

See this SouthEastern trains web page for times and prices.

Dock Rock Dover 2009

admin — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 09:36:12 +0000

Dock Rock is on from noon to 10pm today.

It’s another FREEEEE event in Dover – we are being spoiled

So, Rock on down to the Wellington Dock today.

More details and band list here.

Promo video here.

Don’t forget the Dover Castle Light Show at 9:30pm tonight.

Keep an eye on our Dover Events page.

Dawn Over Dover

admin — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 05:00:22 +0000

Woke early.

Went for a walk.

More of what I saw.

Dover Castle Timeline

admin — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 18:46:47 +0000

Dover Castle is one of English Heritage’s most popular UK sites, we are very lucky to have it and probably all take it for granted, but how much do you know (remember?) about the history and importance of this great castle?

Well, now you can quickly and easily check that history online, I’ve just spotted this clever new feature on Google that returns a Timeline for Dover Castle (or any other historic site).

Click the links below and take a look – it provides a fascinating potted history with links to further information on any key dates or events in history associated with the site.

Dover Castle Timeline

Deal Castle Timeline

Walmer Castle Timeline

Canterbury Cathedral Timeline

Those clever chaps at Google seem to know everything!

This has got to make doing homework so much easier!!

Dover Castle Light Show

admin — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 11:30:31 +0000

Dover Castle Light Show this Saturday night.
To celebrate the re-opening of the refurbished Great Tower on Saturday August 1st the castle will be illuminated by a light show at 9:30pm.

You should be able to view the show from the Market Square, the Sea Front, or the Western Heights.

Dover Castle’s web page

Slideshow at the BBC website

Start Time: 21:30
Date: Saturday 1st August 2009

Keep an eye on our Dover Events web page for more events information in the future.

If you are interested in Dover and not already a tech geek, you might like to check out our simple explanation of how to keep up with all the latest About Dover News using Twitter or our RSS Feed.

Bleriot Dover Fireworks Finale

admin — Sun, 26 Jul 2009 10:51:16 +0000

This photo shows what a happy crowd of 5,ooo people leaving Dover Seafront via the underpass looks like!

What a fantastic fireworks display as the perfect climax to a day of entertainment on a sunny Dover seafront to celebrate the centenary of Louis Bleriot’s first flight across the channel.

Events planned for day two can be found at the Dover2009 website.

Fireworks photos can be found here – wheeee!!!

My favourite was the representation of the White Cliffs of Dover in a falling shower of white fireworks from the Prince of Wales pier …

And what a treat the lucky folk on the cruise ship had as they snuck out of Dover Cruise Terminal mid-way through the fireworks – it must have made for an extra special holiday send-off …

A big thank you to all the organisers, DDC, Police, etc for a great day out …

The Band of The Royal Marines at Deal Bandstand

admin — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 07:00:00 +0000

The Band of The Royal Marines Portsmouth (Royal Band) will be performing at the bandstand in Walmer this Sunday from 2pm.

It’s a magnificent spectacle and great entertainment for all ages.

The Royal Marines are always very popular when they return to Deal for this annual concert, so be sure to get there in good time to grab your spot for the afternoon.

It’s a free concert – with a collection for charity.

Please note that The Strand will be closed to traffic throughout the afternoon.

This year there will be two large screens, one positioned either side of the bandstand to add to your viewing enjoyment with close-up coverage.

These big screens will also cover the planned march by the band.

For full details please visit this web page for The Royal Marines at Deal Bandstand 2009.

Day Trip to France from just £3!

admin — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 10:47:31 +0000

Local newspaper group KOS Media have arranged a great deal with P&O Ferries.

A foot passenger return to Calais from just £3 per person, or take your car and up to 9 people for just £23.

Follow this link for full details and the lowest prices on offer – £3 Ferry Offer.

You need to book before July 25th and travel before September 4th.

Please check the terms & conditions, and any applicable dates and supplements carefully.

If you clip the coupon from KOS Group newspapers you can also claim a free bottle of JP Chenet wine on board.

The Railway Swing Band at Deal Bandstand

admin — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 07:00:27 +0000

The Railway Swing Band will be performing at The Deal Memorial Bandstand this evening.

This will be a really pleasant way to spend a Summer’s evening.

Bring a blanket, picnic, chairs, champagne …

The concert starts at 7:30pm.

Visit The Railway Swing Band website to learn more about the band.

Visit our Events in Dover web calendar to see more upcoming events in the Dover area.

And, of course, the website for The Deal Memorial Bandstand.

Dover’s Big Screen shows Michael Jackson Memorial

admin — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 21:59:55 +0000

The Michael Jackson Memorial Concert was shown live on Dover’s Big Screen this evening.

A small crowd gathered and under darkening skies and a slight shower we shared in the moving atmosphere.

The Big Screen performed impressively in the early evening, we look forward to further occasions.

Click the link for more photos of Michael Jackson on Dover’s Big Screen.