Kent

Dover

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Monster Portraits

Join us for an exclusive tour inside Framlingham Workhouse. Learn more about the history of this 18th-century workhouse and the conditions inside, including diet and work. Hear stories of some of the inmates' lives, which have been uncovered by our team of research volunteers.

This event is graded moderate access, due to some parts of the tour requiring the climbing of stairs, navigating uneven ground, as well as minimal rest stops. Some of this tour may take place outside, so please wear suitable footwear and dress appropriately for the weather.

Members' Event:

Double Vision brings together two paintings both known as The Guitar Player. One painting, a treasure from Kenwood’s Iveagh Bequest, is signed by the great Johannes Vermeer (1632-75). The origin of the other, on loan from the John G. Johnson Collection at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, USA, remains a mystery.

Philadelphia’s painting depicts the same young woman playing a guitar, but with a number of small differences. Thought to be by Vermeer by John G. Johnson who bought the picture and eventually gave it to the city of Philadelphia, the question of who painted it and when has been the subject of intense debate for the past 100 years.

This new display, marking the 350th anniversary of Vermeer’s death aged 43 in 1675, sees the paintings side by side for the first time in over 300 years.

Double Vision:

Free outdoor sessions to help you feel better, move more, connect with nature, and meet new people—no gym needed!

Come and join us for relaxed, friendly group movement sessions at Dover's Western Heights.

Hike, stretch, breathe, run, and enjoy nature together. It’s all about feeling good in your body and mind, with no pressure and no cost.

Sessions are led by Primal Runners – friendly coaches trained to support all abilities and backgrounds.

  WHO?

Everyone is welcome—especially if you:

Feel stressed, lonely, or stuck indoors

Want to get moving but don’t like gyms

Are new to Dover or new to speaking English

Just want to try something different

Please note: These are active sessions. The walk to the Western Heights is steep and requires good mobility. If you have any questions about accessibility, please get in touch. We're happy to help you work out if the sessions will be suitable for you.

  WHAT?

Each session includes:

A welcome chat

A walk or run through nature

Simple body movement (no equipment needed)

Breathing and calming exercises

Time to talk, share, and connect

No experience or fancy gear is needed. Just wear some trainers and comfortable clothes to move in.

  WHERE?

Meet us at The Rings in Dover's Market Square. We’ll head up to the Western Heights together.

There is pay-and-display parking available in Dover town centre. The nearest railway station is Dover Priory, a 5-minute walk from the Market Square, and Stagecoach buses stop nearby in Pencester Road and Priory Street.

Postcode | CT16 1NU

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  WHEN?

All sessions run from 10am - 2pm on the following dates:

Autumn 2025

Spring 2026

Sun 7 Sep 2025 Sun 15 Mar 2026

Sun 28 Sep 2025 Sun 29 Mar 2026

Sun 12 Oct 2025 Sun 19 Apr 2026

  THIS EVENT IS PART OF ENGLISH HERITAGE'S REACHING GREATER HEIGHTS PROJECT.

Using money raised by National Lottery players, The National Lottery Heritage Fund supports projects that connect people and communities with the UK’s heritage. Reaching Greater Heights is made possible with The National Lottery Heritage Fund. Thanks to National Lottery players, we have been able to restore historic chalk grasslands at Dover Castle and Western Heights, protect rare wildlife and heritage, and empower local communities through volunteering, learning, and activities.

Heights Not Weights:

Join us at Wrest Park for an exhibition commemorating 80 years since the end of the Second World War and to celebrate the people who worked here during that time.

Discover our history in a temporary display and enjoy volunteer-led talks. The displays will feature information about the WAAFS and links with Bletchley Park, The Home Guard and the Women’s Land Army.

Join us in the Library for free talks on 8, 9, 16 November at 1.30pm.

On 15 November a World War Two Choir will perform in the Dining Room.

Included in admission price to Wrest Park.

Book early and save 15%.

Second World War Exhibition At Wrest Park

Join English Heritage historian Dr Al Oswald at Wharram Percy, one of the best-preserved deserted medieval villages in England, nestled in a remote valley of the Yorkshire Wolds. Over 40 years of pioneering archaeological research took place here, uncovering the everyday lives – and eventual disappearance – of the people who once lived in this now-silent village.

As you walk among the earthworks, Dr Oswald will share the story of this unique site, from its medieval origins to the cutting-edge archaeological techniques used to uncover its secrets.

This tour is graded as moderate access due to uneven terrain and a steady uphill walk back to the car park. This guided tour follows a 1.5-mile (2.4km) route and lasts approximately 1.5 hours.

You are warmly invited to attend a Remembrance Day Service at Marble Hill Park on Tuesday 11 November.

This will be followed by a guided tour of the park, focusing on areas affected by bombings during the First and Second World Wars.

Remembrance events have been held at Marble Hill Park since July 1919, when the Mayor of Richmond hosted a peace celebration. Continuing this tradition today allows us to reflect together on the impact of conflict and to honour those from the local community whose lives were lost.

The Remembrance Service starts at 10.30am and the Remembrance Tour starts at 11.15am.

Please meet at the Marble Hill car park for the Service and the Tour.

There is no booking required.

Please dress appropriately for the weather.

For further details, please email Chloe, Community Engagement Manager, at chloe.cooke@english-heritage.org.uk

Remembrance Service At Marble Hill

Enjoy the fresh air, pleasant surroundings, and community spirit of Marble Hill with our weekly Community Walk. The experience is led by our volunteers and is free to attend with no pre-booking requirement.

Meet outside the Coach House Café.

Community Walk At Marble Hill

From thrilling action sequences to the enchanting world of Bridgerton, join our friendly guides as they lead you through Wrest Park to discover the iconic locations where some of the most memorable scenes were filmed.

Afterwards, indulge in a delightful afternoon tea in the elegant dining room featuring a selection of sandwiches, savoury bites, homemade scones and tasty sweet treats.

Book via the 'Book tickets' button below with prices starting at £24.95 per adult and £13.95 per child.

Film Tour And Afternoon Tea At Wrest Park

Visit our kitchen garden, where we have a selection of fresh produce for sale. All produce is grown by our volunteer kitchen gardeners, and proceeds support our beautiful house and gardens.

Expect to find fresh vegetables, cut flowers, and other seasonal produced.

Our Kitchen Garden is in the northeast corner of the park, by the sports block.

Card payments only.

The Kitchen Garden At Marble Hill

English Heritage

English Heritage cares for over 400 historic buildings, monuments and sites - from world-famous prehistoric sites to grand medieval castles, from Roman forts on the edges of the empire to a Cold War bunker. 

Through these, we bring the story of England to life for over 10 million people each year. 

Monster Portraits

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