Breathe in the salty sea air as you walk a dramatic section of the England Coastal Path and Saxon Shore Way. Let your mind wander as you take in the panoramic views over the English channel and discover the South Foreland Lighthouse, the first lighthouse to use electric light. At St Margarets Bay, you'll see Ian Fleming's holiday home, which inspired Moonraker. Then, after a delicious lunch, explore Dover's hidden medieval gems.
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Breathe in the salty sea air as you walk a dramatic section of the England Coastal Path and Saxon Shore Way. Let your mind wander as you take in the panoramic views over the English channel and discover the South Foreland Lighthouse, the first lighthouse to use electric light. At St Margarets Bay, you'll see Ian Fleming's holiday home, which inspired Moonraker. Then, after a delicious lunch, explore Dover's hidden medieval gems.
St Margarets Bay circular walk
This 4.7 mile walk takes in a dramatic section of the England Coastal Path, and Saxon Shore Way; an area steeped in history and views to France on a clear day.
Explore Kent - St Margarets Bay circular walk
Mrs Knott’s Tearoom or The Coastguard Pub
Mrs Knott’s Tearoom at South Foreland Lighthouse (open April to October), is a traditional English tea room with spectacular views of the Kent Heritage Coast.
The Coastguard Pub St Margarets Bay is the closest pub to France in Britain, with spectacular bay views. Offering vegan platters, burgers, steaks and ‘catch of the day’.
Mrs Knott’s Tearoom at South Foreland LighthouseThe Coastguard Pub St Margarets Bay
Follow pilgrims’ footsteps in White Cliffs Country
Discover some of Dover’s hidden gems: The Maison Dieu, St Edmund’s Chapel and St Mary’s Church.
The Maison Dieu is Dover’s Grade I Listed town hall, in 1203 in provided hospitality for pilgrims travelling to the shrine of Thomas Becket at Canterbury.
Ancient pilgrims' route in White Cliffs Country
The Smugglers Inn or The Coastguard Pub
Traditional English pub serving locally sourced produce within a 25 mile radius. Dating back to 1674, serving real ales, traditional British classics and dishes from all over the world.
The Coastguard Pub St Margarets Bay is the closest pub to France in Britain, with spectacular bay views. Offering vegan platters, burgers, steaks and ‘catch of the day’.
The Smugglers InnThe Coastguard Pub
The White Cliffs retreat or Reach Court Farm
The White Cliffs retreat is an historic building within easy reach of St Margarets Bay. It has nine ensuite bedrooms and plenty of entertainment space, which makes it ideal for larger groups.
Reach Court Farm offers luxury cottages with stunning views, just a few yards from the White Cliffs of Dover.
The White Cliffs retreatReach Court Farm Cottages
Travel
Train – Dover Priory is 4.5 miles from St Margarets Bay.
Bus – Bay Hill bus stop is a short walk to St St Margarets Bay. The bus routes nearby include 12 and 80.
A train or bus can be taken from Dover back to St Margarets Bay if staying overnight.
Parking – there is a car park at St Margarets Bay, charges apply between 1 March to 31 October.