We wanted to explore the secret wartime tunnels which were hidden underneath Dover Castle with access from the cliffs. We were not disappointed. After a two hour bus trip from London and a steep uphill walk to the castle we explored the castle first while waiting for our time slot for the tour through the tunnels. Space is limited so they allocate times for visitors.
Construction on the castle was started by Henry 11 in 1160. The first of the tunnels were built in the 1700s as part of the fortress for Henry VIII. They have been extended in response to various wartime threats.
The existing tunnels extend for many kilometres and during the war served as a bomb shelter, command centre for the D-Day landings, a hospital, and much more. It is a complex and intriguing place. We were not permitted to tie photographs.
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| St Mary in Castro Church and Norman Lighthouse |
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| The imposing Dover Castle on a stunning day |
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| The interior has been beautifully and faithfully restored |
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| St Mary in Castro Chapel in the grounds of Dover Castle |
For more information about Dover Castle you might like to go the English Heritage website found at: http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/properties/dover-castle/
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