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Samphire Hoe is made from the spoil of the Channel Tunnel and is home to over 200 different species of plant, a wide variety of wildlife. Last entry at 18:45.
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Open from 07:00 until dusk. Samphire Hoe is made from the spoil from the Channel Tunnel and is home to over 200 different species of plant, a wide variety of wildlife and some truly outstanding views. Whether you love birdwatching, walks, rock pooling or just want to take in a sunset, the hoe has something for everyone!

01/11/2026

One of the delights of winter at Samphire Hoe are the sunsets.

29/10/2026

Thank you to everyone who came along to Samphire Hoe Spooky Tales on Wednesday evening, the biggest fright to Ranger Paul was an audience of 160 people. Thanks to the volunteers for all the spooky acting.

25/10/2026

On Saturday afternoon in ranger Lewis rescued a grey phalarope from the car park. It had got lost in the stormy weather, after a short recovery in warm cardboard box it was released by one of the ponds, it flew off looking fit and well. They breed in the high arctic and winter off the west coast of South Africa. A new species for Samphire Hoe.

21/10/2026

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.

Wednesday 28 October, 5.30 - 7 pm
Samphire Hoe
No need to book, just turn up!

You can find the full details on the WCCP website, the link is in our bio!

10/10/2026

The sheep have returned to Samphire Hoe for winter grazing. There is a mix of Soay, Kerry Hill, and Herdwick breeds.

Please keep dogs on leads and give the sheep space when visitng the site.

25/09/2026

Samphire Hoe is joining in the Big Kent Bird Migration Day on Sunday the 27th of September. Free guided walk at 10.30, bird ringing demonstrations during the day and a drop in watch point from 1pm until 3pm.

17/09/2026

Spot the juvenile adder! 🐍🔍

Ranger Lewis discovered this juvenile adder expertly hiding amongst the foliage. It was only around 16cm!

Unlike grass snakes, adders do not lay eggs, giving birth to live young that are independent from day one.

Many are born during August and September, with juveniles surviving entirely on leftover yolk sac and fat reserves during their first weeks.

27/08/2026

Adonis Blue at Samphire Hoe, this intense blue is only matched by a Kingfisher's back.

Address

Samphire Road
Dover
CT179FL

Opening Hours

Monday	7am - 7pm
Tuesday	7am - 7pm
Wednesday	7am - 7pm
Thursday	7am - 7pm
Friday	7am - 7pm
Saturday	7am - 7pm
Sunday	7am - 7pm

Telephone

01304225649

Website

https://www.whitecliffscountryside.org.uk/

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