Fangtastic Fun at Fort Burgoyne!

Event Date: 30/10/2024 10:00 - 15:00

Join us for some spooky fun at Fort Burgoyne this October half term!

Explore part of the Fort on a self-led trail featuring facts about some of our creepier British wildlife. Every child who completes the trail will receive a sweet treat*

After you’ve completed the trail you can try your hand at a range of creepy crafts in the stables.

Teas, coffees & hot chocolates will be available too for a small donation- please bring cash!

RAF cadets from the 354 (Dover) Squadron will be helping us out on the day and running a "Name the teddy" competition to help raise funds for a new minibus.

*Allergies: when booking your ticket, please let us know if your child has an allergy which may prevent them from having a sweet treat for a prize so we can provide an alternative reward for completing the trail.

Suitable for ages 5+.
The event is accessible but the trail is mainly on grass so may be soft underfoot for wheelchairs, push chairs etc. If you have particular access needs please contact us via the details below prior to the event.

Leader: Lauren 07874 888035 or email fortburgoyne@dover.gov.uk

Please wear appropriate footwear and clothing for the weather, the trail will be outside. There is a steep slope to reach the top of the Fort.

Children must be accompanied at all times. 

Cost: £3.50 per child

5 time slots available to book:

10am- https://bookwhen.com/wccp/e/ev-sd24-20241030100000

11am- https://bookwhen.com/wccp/e/ev-sd24-20241030110000

12pm- https://bookwhen.com/wccp/e/ev-sd24-20241030120000

1pm- https://bookwhen.com/wccp/e/ev-sd24-20241030130000

2pm- https://bookwhen.com/wccp/e/ev-sd24-20241030140000 

Leader: Lauren 07874 888 035 (Wednesday PM-Friday) or email fortburgoyne.dover.gov.uk 

Event Location - Fort Burgoyne and Coombe Hole

Fort Burgoyne is a military fort dating back to the 1860s on the eastern side of Dover. Originally called ‘Castle Hill Fort’, it was one of a series of Palmerston Forts built along the coast of Britain to defend against invasion. In addition to the historical buildings, a diverse range of wildlife can be found on site, including lizards and slow worms, and is a site of high importance for several bat species. The fort is only open for organised visits and events.

Coombe Hole is managed alongside Fort Burgoyne. A mosaic of chalk downland, scrub and woodland with a network of paths weaving through it, Coombe Hole is designated a Local Wildlife Site and is open to the public year-round. We manage Fort Burgoyne, Coombe Hole and Burgoyne Heights Recreation Ground on behalf of The Land Trust.