Dover Castle
Attraction Information
Dover Castle is an impressive medieval fortress located in the town of Dover, Kent, in southeast England. The castle is over 900 years old and has been a key part of England’s defense throughout its history.
For disabled visitors, the castle has made efforts to ensure accessibility. There are designated parking spaces for disabled visitors near the entrance, and a ramp provides access to the castle’s main entrance. The castle’s Great Tower, which is one of the largest and oldest keeps in Europe, has a lift to take visitors to the upper levels.
In addition, there are audio guides available, which provide audio descriptions of the various rooms and areas of the castle. The guides allow disabled visitors to experience the castle’s rich history and culture without the need to read information panels.
The castle also features a range of other attractions, including underground wartime tunnels, a medieval royal palace, and a collection of historic artillery. These attractions are all accessible to disabled visitors, and the castle has made provisions to ensure that everyone can enjoy its many features.
Finally, becoming a member of English Heritage can provide access to over 400 historic sites across the UK, including Dover Castle. This membership includes free entry to sites, as well as exclusive members’ events and discounts on purchases.
Accessibility Information
This attraction has its own car park.
Blue Badge Holders’ car park (near to Great Tower) pay at Canon’s Gate pay box.
The car park is concrete laid.
Wheelchair access is available at the following areas:
- The grounds;
- Arthur’s Hall;
- Stone Hut;
- Princess of Wales’s Royal Regiment and Queen’s Regiment Museum;
- WWI Gun Emplacement.
- Great Tower has access to ground floor only
- Church is by arrangement only
The underground hospital tour is accessible however in an emergency the evacuation route can require the visitor to use up to 150 steps, please speak to a member of staff prior to the tour to discuss any worries.
The Pharos has a gravel path.
Operation Dynamo is accessible.
The grounds are mainly accessible on tarmac paths, however, there are some very steep slopes. Gravel, tarmac and cobble some steep and sloped.
Some of the underground tours feature dimmed lighting.
This attraction has disabled toilets & a Changing Place Toilet.
This attraction has a lift to take visitors to the upper levels of the Great Tower.
Audio guides are available on request.
This attraction has 5 disabled toilets located in the following areas:
- Secret Wartime Tunnels
- Medieval tunnels
- Prince Of Wales Regiment Museum
- Regimental Institute Restaurant
- Ticket Office
All of the above locations feature the following:
- Handrails to the side of the toilet and wash basin
- Wash basin with lever style tap
- Transfer space to the side of the toilet
- Disposal Facilities
This attraction has a changing place toilet located in the Naffi Restaurant.
This toilet features the following:
- Height adjustable changing bench,
- Hoist system,
- space for one person with a disability and up to two personal assistants,
- Peninsular Toilet
- Disposal Facilities
- Privacy Screen
Assistance dogs are permitted within this attraction.
Water bowls are provided outside the Naafi restaurant, Admission Building, Tunnel Shop & Great Tower Cafe.
Opening Hours
| Monday | 10:00 – 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 – 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 – 17:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 – 17:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 – 17:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 – 17:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00 – 17:00 |
Pricing
All Pricing includes admission cost and a donation to the venue
| Member –Â Join now | Free |
| Adult | £23.00 |
| Child (5-17 years) | £14.00 |
| Concession | £20.00 |
| Family (2 adults, up to 3 children) | £60.00 |
| Family (1 adult, up to 3 children) | £37.00 |
Location
Dover
CT16 1HU