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Please note that you attend an event at your own risk. Anyone suffering from a serious health condition is advised to check with their doctor before attending any event. Please inform the leader, in confidence, of any serious health condition at the start of an event. The White Cliffs Countryside Project, Dover District Council and the sponsors accept no liability for any accident or loss.
Saturday 11th April 2.00pm
SAMPHIRE HOE EASTER EGG CHALLENGE
Come along and join in this eggcellent event. Bring along your specially decorated egg. Prizes will be given for the best ones. Then test your skills to the eggstreme with the egg and spoon assault course, egg rolling and wildlife egg head quiz (please bring your own spoon and a free range hard boiled egg) Donation appreciated. LEADER: Paul Holt, White Cliffs Countryside Project (01304 225649). MEET: Site management office, Samphire Hoe (pay and display parking). The Hoe is sign posted off the A20 from Dover to Folkestone (TR 294 391). DISTANCE: 1.5 miles (1.5 hours). GRADE: 1 Dogs on leads.
Easter Sunday 12th April
HELPING THE HOE, SAMPHIRE HOE, DOVER
There is always plenty to do at the Hoe, it could include path clearing, beach clean or erosion control. For more information call Paul Holt, WCCP on 01304 225649. MEET: 9.30am Folkestone, 9.40am Wingate Road,10.00am Dover or 10.15am at the Site Management Office, Samphire Hoe, Dover (signposted off the A20 when driving from Dover to Folkestone) (TR 294 391). Park in the back car park and collect a parking permit from the office.
Sunday 19th April 10.00am - 4.00pm
YOUNG PERSONS INTRODUCTION TO LOCAL WILDLIFE (Green Gang)
A fantastic range of wildlife lives on your doorstep. Come along and see if you would like to become a WCCP 'Junior Ranger'. Donation appreciated. LEADERS: Melanie Wrigley and Steve Walker, White Cliffs Countryside Project (01304 225649). MEET: Site management office, Samphire Hoe (pay and display parking). The Hoe is sign posted off the A20 from Dover to Folkestone (TR 294 391).
10.00am - 4.00pm TREASURE TRAIL
Follow the treasure trail around Samphire Hoe to learn about the wildlife.
12.00pm INTRODUCTION TO THE JUNIOR RANGERS
A Junior Ranger has fun finding out about wildlife and the environment, while gaining certificates and badges for their achievements. This event is open to all young people including existing rangers. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Thank you. Donation appreciated. DISTANCE: 1.5 miles (1.5 hours). GRADE: 1 Dogs on leads.
2.00pm HABITATS GALORE!
Discover the fantastic range of different habitats found at Samphire Hoe. Donation appreciated. DISTANCE: 1.5 miles (1.5 hours). GRADE: 1 Dogs on leads.
Wednesday 22nd April
HELPING THE HOE, SAMPHIRE HOE, OVER
There is always plenty to do at the Hoe, it could include path clearing, beach cleaning or erosion control. For more information call Paul Holt, WCCP on 01304 225649. MEET: 9.30am Folkestone, 9.40am Wingate Road,10.00am Dover or 10.15am at the Site Management Office, Samphire Hoe, Dover (signposted off the A20 when driving from Dover to Folkestone) (TR 294 391). Park in the back car park and collect a parking permit from the office.
Thursday 23rd April 7.00pm
ST GEORGE'S DAY WALK
An easy evening stroll around Samphire Hoe to hear stories about St George and Shakespeare (who was born and died today) as well as a chance to see the early spider orchids. Samphire is mentioned in King Lear scenes of which were traditionally set here at Shakespeare Cliff. Donation appreciated. LEADER: Kirk Alexander, White Cliffs Countryside Project (01304 241806 or 07885 599182) MEET: Site Management Office, Samphire Hoe, Dover (signposted off the A20 when driving from Dover to Folkestone) (TR 294 391). DISTANCE: 1.5 miles (1.5 hours) GRADE: 2
Saturday 25th April 2.00pm
SAMPHIRE HOE DRAGON TALES AND OTHER STORIES
Join in a walk around the Hoe and discover the story of St George and the Dragon. We will hear other stories of dragons and strange events that have happened at the Hoe. If the weather is good we hope to see some live dragon like creatures. There will be a chance to design and colour in your own dragon. Donation appreciated. LEADER: Paul Holt, White Cliffs Countryside Project (01304 225649). MEET: Site management office, Samphire Hoe (pay and display parking). The Hoe is sign posted off the A20 from Dover to Folkestone (TR 294 391). DISTANCE: 1.5 miles (1.5 hours). GRADE: 1 Dogs on leads
Saturday 2nd May 2.00pm
EARLY SPIDER ORCHIDS AT SAMPHIRE HOE
Join in a gentle walk around Samphire Hoe to see the early spider orchids which have colonised this addition to the Kent coastline. Donations appreciated. LEADER: Steve Walker, White Cliffs Countryside Project (01304 225649 or 07899 758748). MEET: Site management office, Samphire Hoe (pay and display car park), Dover. The Hoe is sign posted off the A20 from Dover to Folkestone (TR 294 391). DISTANCE: 1 mile (1.5 hours). GRADE: 2
Saturday 2nd May 2.00pm
WALKABOUT LYDD
Conducted walk about the historic town of Lydd, to see the church, the Old Court House (no wheelchair access), Guildhall and museum, plus walking along the oldest street and viewing the oldest buildings etc.. CHARGE: £2 adults, accompanied children free. LEADER: Friends of Lydd (01797 366566 or Email: lyddtownmuseum@btinternet.com (other tours by arrangement). MEET: Mittell's Newsagents (next to All Saints Church), Lydd (TR 043 208). DISTANCE: 1 mile (2 hours). GRADE: 1
Sunday 3rd May
HELPING THE HOE, SAMPHIRE HOE DOVER
There is always plenty to do at the Hoe, it could include path clearing, beach clean or erosion control. For more information call Steve Walker, WCCP on 01304 225649. MEET: 9.30am Folkestone, 9.40am Wingate Road,10.00am Dover or 10.15am at the Site Management Office, Samphire Hoe, Dover (signposted off the A20 when driving from Dover to Folkestone) (TR 294 391). Park in the back car park and collect a parking permit from the office.
Thursday 14th May
HELPING THE HOE, SAMPHIRE HOE DOVER
There is always plenty to do at the Hoe, it could include path clearing, beach clean or erosion control. For more information call Paul Holt, WCCP on 01304 225649. MEET: 9.30am Folkestone, 9.40am Wingate Road,10.00am Dover or 10.15am at the Site Management Office, Samphire Hoe, Dover (signposted off the A20 when driving from Dover to Folkestone) (TR 294 391). Park in the back car park and collect a parking permit from the office.
Sunday 17th May 2.00pm COAST
HAPPY HOE HABITATS
Despite its small size, Samphire Hoe has a plethora of habitats each with its own specialized wildlife. We shall walk around the site discovering some of these species. Donation appreciated. LEADER: Steve Walker, White Cliffs Countryside Project (01304 225649 or 07899 758748). MEET: Site management office, Samphire Hoe (pay and display car park), Dover. The Hoe is sign posted off the A20 from Dover to Folkestone (TR 294 391). DISTANCE: 1 mile (1.5 hours). GRADE: 2
Friday 29th May
BEACH CLEAN. SAMPHIRE HOE, DOVER
Help clear litter at the west end of Samphire Hoe. LEADER: Steve Walker, WCCP (01304 225649). MEET: 9.30am Folkestone, 9.40am Wingate Road,10.00am Dover or 10.15am at the Site Management Office, Samphire Hoe, Dover (signposted off the A20 when driving from Dover to Folkestone) (TR 294 391). Park in the back car park and collect a parking permit from the office.
Sunday 7th June 2.00pm
SAMPHIRE HOE PEREGRINE FALCON WATCH
Come along and see the fasted bird in the world. There will be telescopes and binoculars available to look through to see these dramatic birds. If you feel inspired there will be the opportunity to do some pavement chalk art. Donation appreciated. LEADER: Paul Holt, White Cliffs Countryside Project (01304 225649). MEET: Site management office, Samphire Hoe (pay and display parking). The Hoe is sign posted off the A20 from Dover to Folkestone (TR 294 391). DISTANCE: 1.5 miles (1.5 hours). GRADE: 1 Dogs on leads.
Wednesday 10th June
HELPING THE HOE, SAMPHIRE HOE DOVER
There is always plenty to do at the Hoe, it could include path clearing, beach clean or erosion control. For more information call Paul Holt, WCCP on 01304 225649. MEET: 9.30am Folkestone, 9.40am Wingate Road,10.00am Dover or 10.15am at the Site Management Office, Samphire Hoe, Dover (signposted off the A20 when driving from Dover to Folkestone) (TR 294 391). Park in the back car park and collect a parking permit from the office.
Sunday 21st June
HELPING THE HOE, SAMPHIRE HOE DOVER
There is always plenty to do at the Hoe, it could include path clearing, beach cleaning or erosion control. For more information call Paul Holt, WCCP on 01304 225649. MEET: 9.30am Folkestone, 9.40am Wingate Road,10.00am Dover or 10.15am at the Site Management Office, Samphire Hoe, Dover (signposted off the A20 when driving from Dover to Folkestone) (TR 294 391). Park in the back car park and collect a parking permit from the office.
Sunday 5th July 2.00pm
FLIERS AND FLOWERS OF THE HOE
Come along and discover the insects that are on the wing and the plants that are in flower at the Hoe in the mid summer season. Donation appreciated. LEADER: Paul Holt, White Cliffs Countryside Project (01304 225649). MEET: Site management office, Samphire Hoe (pay and display parking). The Hoe is sign posted off the A20 from Dover to Folkestone (TR 294 391). DISTANCE: 1.5 miles (1.5 hours). GRADE: 1 Dogs on leads.
Wednesday 8th July
HELPING THE HOE, SAMPHIRE HOE DOVER
There is always plenty to do at the Hoe, it could include path clearing, beach clean or erosion control. For more information call Paul on 01304 225649. MEET: 9.30am Folkestone, 9.40am Wingate Road,10.00am Dover or 10.15am at the Site Management Office, Samphire Hoe, Dover (signposted off the A20 when driving from Dover to Folkestone) (TR 294 391). Park in the back car park and collect a parking permit from the office.
THEME: GREEN GANG (24th July - 2nd September)
A special programme of activities for children and their families is organised during the school holidays. Only some of the events are shown here. The full programme can be found in the free Green Gang magazine, which is available from local libraries, local tourist information centres or from White Cliffs Countryside Project (01304 241806). Please note that children must be accompanied at all times by a responsible adult.
Friday 24th July 2.00pm
SURPRISING SAMPHIRE STORIES
This is a pictorial walk with some true stories and some that are slightly embellished, with some stories from the past and some more recent. All will reveal the fantastic story of Samphire Hoe. Donations appreciated. LEADER: Steve Walker, White Cliffs Countryside Project (01304 225649 or 07899 758748). MEET: Site management office, Samphire Hoe (pay and display car park), Dover. The Hoe is sign posted off the A20 from Dover to Folkestone (TR 294 391). DISTANCE: 1 mile (1.5 hours). GRADE: 2. Dogs on leads.
THEME: THE CELEBRATION OF BLERIOT (25th-26th July 2009)
To commemorate the centenary of Louis Bleriot's flight over the English Channel in 1909, Dover District Council is hosting a prestigious international event - Dover 2009 - over the weekend of 25-26 July 2009. Please visit the site http://www.dover2009.com/ for updated information on the celebrations and events as they are confirmed.
Sunday 26th July
HELPING THE HOE, SAMPHIRE HOE, DOVER
There is always plenty to do at the Hoe, it could include path clearing, beach clean or erosion control. For more information call Steve Walker, WCCP on 01304 225649. MEET: 9.30am Folkestone, 9.40am Wingate Road,10.00am Dover or 10.15am at the Site Management Office, Samphire Hoe, Dover (signposted off the A20 when driving from Dover to Folkestone) (TR 294 391). Park in the back car park and collect a parking permit from the office.
Sunday 23rd August
HELPING THE HOE, SAMPHIRE HOE DOVER
There is always plenty to do at the Hoe, it could include path clearing, beach cleaning or erosion control. For more information call Steve Walker on 01304 225649. MEET: 9.30am Folkestone, 9.40am Wingate Road,10.00am Dover or 10.15am at the Site Management Office, Samphire Hoe, Dover (signposted off the A20 when driving from Dover to Folkestone) (TR 294 391). Park in the back car park and collect a parking permit from the office.
Bank Holiday Monday 31st August 12.00pm - 4.00pm
SAMPHIRE HOE OPEN DAY
A chance to come and enjoy one of the last days of the summer holidays at Samphire Hoe. During the day there will be plenty to have a look at and join in with. There will also be a stall selling 2nd hand books on Natural History and local interest.
12:00pm - 4:00pm The Bug Road Show, displays, coastal collage and wildlife challenge trail.
13:00pm LEAPERS AND CREEPERS - Discover the weird world of mini-beast on a bug safari.
14:00pm BUGS AND BEASTS BADGE MAKING - Be inspired to make a bugtastic badge.
14:30pm GREEN GANG GAMES - Get active with games like Bat and Moth, Kestrel and Mouse and more.
15:00pm CHALK AND BERRY ART - Create your own masterpiece, wear old clothes that can get messy.
Donation appreciated. LEADER: Paul Holt, White Cliffs Countryside Project (01304 225649). MEET: All events start outside the site management office, Samphire Hoe (pay and display parking). The Hoe is sign posted off the A20 from Dover to Folkestone (TR 294 391). DISTANCE: 1 mile (1.5 hours). GRADE: 1 Dogs on leads.
Sunday 6th September
HELPING THE HOE, SAMPHIRE HOE DOVER
There is always plenty to do at the Hoe, it could include path clearing, beach clean or erosion control. For more information call Steve Walker, WCCP on 01304 225649. MEET: 9.30am Folkestone, 9.40am Wingate Road,10.00am Dover or 10.15am at the Site Management Office, Samphire Hoe, Dover (signposted off the A20 when driving from Dover to Folkestone) (TR 294 391). Park in the back car park and collect a parking permit from the office.
Sunday 27th September 2.00pm
LAST OF THE SUMMER REPTILES
Come along and hopefully if the weather is suitable we will discover the reptiles that live on the Hoe, and hear some of the funny stories they have resulted in. Donation appreciated. LEADER: Paul Holt, White Cliffs Countryside Project (01304 225649). MEET: Site management office, Samphire Hoe (pay and display parking). The Hoe is sign posted off the A20 from Dover to Folkestone (TR 294 391). DISTANCE: 1.5 miles (1.5 hours). GRADE: 1 Dogs on leads.
Wednesday 30th September
HELPING THE HOE, SAMPHIRE HOE DOVER
There is always plenty to do at the Hoe, it could include path clearing, beach cleaning or erosion control. For more information call Paul Holt, WCCP on 01304 225649. MEET: 9.30am Folkestone, 9.40am Wingate Road,10.00am Dover or 10.15am at the Site Management Office, Samphire Hoe, Dover (signposted off the A20 when driving from Dover to Folkestone) (TR 294 391). Park in the back car park and collect a parking permit from the office.
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