South Foreland Valley
Adjoining the White Cliffs of Dover is the South Foreland Valley which is part of the Dover to Kingsdown Site of Special Scientific Interest. The woodland and cattle-grazed chalk grassland are home to an abundance of wildlife with many notable birds found here.
Walks across the site provide views of the English Channel and the French coast and lead to nearby South Foreland Lighthouse, managed by The National Trust. We manage South Foreland Valley on behalf of St Margaret’s at Cliffe Parish Council.
Things to look out for
Lesser white throat, turtle dove and peregrine falcon; Adonis blue, small blue, Chalkhill blue, green hairstreak and skipper butterflies; early purple and common spotted orchids, rock rose, wild thyme and eyebright.
Visitor Information
Open: 24 hours.
Parking: No on-site parking. Nearby parking available at St Margaret’s Bay Public Car Park, Bay Hill.
Accessibility: Steep slopes and stiles.
Facilities: None on site. Nearest public toilets at St. Margaret’s Bay Public Car Park.
Dogs: Welcome. Please use leads in livestock areas.
Nearest bus stop: Bay Hill (Route 80)
Other information: Please be aware of grazing animals.
