White Cliffs Walks & Route Maps

These walks along the White Cliffs of Dover offer a spectacular mix of dramatic coastal scenery, history, and fresh sea air.

The shorter route takes you along the clifftops, where chalk walls rise high above the Channel and wildflowers brighten the grassland in spring and summer.

Optional steps down the Langdon Stairs lead to the secluded shingle of Langdon Beach, a quiet spot beneath the cliffs where seabirds often circle overhead.

The walk finishes near the National Trust Visitor Centre, where a café provides a perfect place to pause and soak in the views.

The longer walk explores the full breadth of this iconic coastline, beginning with a stroll through charming countryside before reaching South Foreland Lighthouse, a 19th-century landmark tied to Marconi’s pioneering radio experiments.

From here, a big loop of clifftop paths takes in sweeping views, wildflowers, and the optional descent to Langdon Beach.

With café stops along the way, these walks combine heritage, wildlife, and the breathtaking beauty of one of Kent’s most famous landscapes.

Download the Kent Walks App to follow these routes with real-time GPS navigation.