Dover, Kent, England, United Kingdom

Samphire Hoe

Samphire Hoe, located in Dover, Kent, United Kingdom, is a pebble and shingle beach that transforms into rocky terrain at low tide. This beach is situated within the Samphire Hoe nature reserve, constructed using spoil from the Channel Tunnel excavations.

Visitors can access conveniences such as toilets, a cafe, and parking, and the park is equipped with educational facilities for schools and is wheelchair-friendly. Activities available on the beach include walking, cycling, fishing, bird watching, and rockpooling. However, swimming or paddling is not advisable due to the rocky terrain.

The park is accessible from 7am until dusk, and entry is free. Toilets are available on the beach, and dogs are allowed.

What to do at Samphire Hoe?

Amenities

Samphire Hoe amenities include toilet.

Bars

You can enjoy a refreshing drink at one of the bars situated on the beach.

Restaurants

You can enjoy one of the restaurants at the beach while soaking up the sun.

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Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight that the beach offers great walks with stunning views of the white cliffs. Visitors enjoy walking along the cliff top and through the country park, where there are food and drink options. However, visitors complain about the long walks required to reach the beach.

Where is Samphire Hoe?

Latitude: 51.1039532 / Longitude: 1.270466

Samphire Hoe is located in Dover. The following map of Samphire Hoe shows the exact location.


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