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Canterbury Cathedral
Seat of the Archbishop of Canterbury and one of the oldest Christian structures in England.
21 km · about 25 min drive
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Westgate on Sea
England, United Kingdom · Europe
About Westgate on Sea
Westgate on Sea is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Saint Peters, 28km from White Cliffs of Dover.
Westgate on Sea is in England, United Kingdom, with about 6,600 people. You drive on the left here. The nearest town is Saint Peters, about 6 km away.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see near Westgate on Sea?
Within an hour or so of Westgate on Sea: Canterbury Cathedral (21 km), Dover Castle (28 km), White Cliffs of Dover (28 km), Channel Tunnel (Eurotunnel) (35 km).
Are there any good drives near Westgate on Sea?
The nearest famous roads are Crystal Palace Circuit and Koninklijke Baan Coast Road.
Where is Westgate on Sea?
Westgate on Sea is in England, United Kingdom, about 6 km from Saint Peters.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 6,594
- Continent
- Europe
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Region
- England
- Timezone
- Europe/London
- Coordinates
- 51.3824, 1.3367
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 Westgate on Sea
7 notable places within an hour's drive.
castle
Dover Castle
A medieval fortress overlooking the English Channel, known as the Key to England due to its strategic defensive significance.
28 km · about 35 min drive
natural wonder
White Cliffs of Dover
Iconic chalk cliffs reaching up to 110 meters high along the English Channel, symbolizing Britain for centuries.
28 km · about 30 min drive
tunnel
Channel Tunnel (Eurotunnel)
50 km tunnel under the English Channel - drive your car on the train
35 km · about 40 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.
51 km · about 60 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.
57 km · about 65 min drive
scenic viewpoint
Cap Gris-Nez
The closest point in France to England, a windswept headland of cliffs, lighthouse and migrating birds.
60 km · about 70 min drive
Driving roads near Westgate on Sea
- 35 kmChannel Tunnel (Eurotunnel)50 km tunnel under the English Channel - drive your car on the train
- 57 kmCap Blanc-NezDazzling white chalk cliffs on the Opal Coast with views across the Channel to England on clear days.
- 60 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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