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Dover Castle
A medieval fortress overlooking the English Channel, known as the Key to England due to its strategic defensive significance.
16 km · about 20 min drive
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Sandwich
England, United Kingdom · Europe
About Sandwich
Sandwich works well as a base: 5 minutes from Eastry, 16km from White Cliffs of Dover.
Sandwich is in England, United Kingdom, with about 4,900 people. You drive on the left here. The nearest town is Eastry, about 4 km away.
Sandwich is a town and civil parish in the Dover District of Kent, south-east England. It lies on the River Stour and has a population of 4,985. Sandwich was one of the Cinque Ports and still has many original medieval buildings, including several listed public houses and gates in the old town walls, churches,Read more
almshouses and the White Mill. While it was once a major port, Sandwich is now 2 miles (3 km) from the sea due to the disappearance of the Wantsum Channel. Its historic centre has been preserved. Sandwich Bay is home to nature reserves and two world-class golf courses, Royal St George's and Prince's. The town is also a home to many educational and cultural events. Sandwich also gave its name to the food by way of John Montagu, 4th Earl of Sandwich, and the word sandwich is now found in several languages.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see near Sandwich?
Within an hour or so of Sandwich: Dover Castle (16 km), White Cliffs of Dover (16 km), Canterbury Cathedral (18 km), Channel Tunnel (Eurotunnel) (24 km).
Are there any good drives near Sandwich?
The nearest famous roads are Crystal Palace Circuit and Koninklijke Baan Coast Road.
Where is Sandwich?
Sandwich is in England, United Kingdom, about 4 km from Eastry.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 4,851
- Continent
- Europe
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Region
- England
- Timezone
- Europe/London
- Coordinates
- 51.2722, 1.3378
Emergency & Services
Essential numbers in United Kingdom
112 also works. NHS non-emergency medical advice: 111. National Highways breakdown assistance on motorways: 0300 123 5000.
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Worth the detour from Sandwich
8 notable places within an hour's drive.
natural wonder
White Cliffs of Dover
Iconic chalk cliffs reaching up to 110 meters high along the English Channel, symbolizing Britain for centuries.
16 km · about 30 min drive
cathedral
Canterbury Cathedral
Seat of the Archbishop of Canterbury and one of the oldest Christian structures in England.
18 km · about 20 min drive
tunnel
Channel Tunnel (Eurotunnel)
50 km tunnel under the English Channel - drive your car on the train
24 km · about 25 min drive
scenic viewpoint
Cap Blanc-Nez
Dazzling white chalk cliffs on the Opal Coast with views across the Channel to England on clear days.
47 km · about 55 min drive
scenic viewpoint
Cap Gris-Nez
The closest point in France to England, a windswept headland of cliffs, lighthouse and migrating birds.
48 km · about 55 min drive
castle
Leeds Castle
A castle on islands in a lake formed by the River Len in Kent, often called the loveliest castle in the world.
49 km · about 55 min drive
photogenic
Mermaid Street, Rye
Cobbled hill of half-timbered houses in the ancient Cinque Port of Rye, crowned by the 15th-century Mermaid Inn with its smuggling-era cellars. Houses carry names like 'The House with Two Front Doors'.
55 km · about 65 min drive
Driving roads near Sandwich
- 24 kmChannel Tunnel (Eurotunnel)50 km tunnel under the English Channel - drive your car on the train
- 47 kmCap Blanc-NezDazzling white chalk cliffs on the Opal Coast with views across the Channel to England on clear days.
- 48 kmCap Gris-NezThe closest point in France to England, a windswept headland of cliffs, lighthouse and migrating birds.
Driving in United Kingdom
- Drives on
- the left
- Petrol
- ~€1.73/litre
- Motorway tolls
- None
When to drive here
April to October
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