© Paul Wells

Grand Shaft

© Paul Wells

Grand Shaft

A unique triple staircase, winding round a central light-well, dropping 140 feet through the cliffs. Built during the Napoleonic Wars to link the Harbour to the barracks on Western Heights, enabling military to ascend or descend quickly. Please see the Dover Western Heights Website for opening times.

Address

Snargate Street Dover Kent CT17 9DA

Contact

Web:

www.doverwesternheights.org

Phone:

01304 201066

What you need to know

  • Dog friendly
  • Family friendly
  • Accepts groups and coach parties