Battle of Britain Memorial
Battle of Britain Memorial
Battle of Britain Memorial
4.5
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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A Memorial to the men of the Battle of Britain alongside a modern interpretation centre that brings to life the victory 'the Few' achieved over the Luftwaffe in 1940. A place of quiet pilgrimage coupled with a high-tech and interactive visitor centre - plus fantastic views over The Channel from our first-floor cafe. Shop and coach parking.
Duration: 1-2 hours
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- doverrogMaidstone, United Kingdom165 contributionsDo not miss this exciting centre.Not only providing excellent views across the channel, the site has a modern cafe and souvenir centre. The most exciting and highly recommended part is the interactive experience. Well made for all the family to enjoy, its a great opportunity to involve everyone ob the wartime experience of the Battle of Britain. There are interactive maps and displays including a Hurricane flight simulator. Lots of parking.We look forward to welcoming you back 😊 – thank you for your kind words!Written February 27, 2024This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited February 2024Traveled with familyWritten February 5, 2024
- emuslushyLondon, United Kingdom420 contributionsLest We Forget - Tribute to The FewThis tribute to The Few is simple yet striking. A lone airman sits looking out over the Channel, waiting and watching. There is a wall of recognition to ALL those pilots who flew in the Battle of Britain. Seeing the names together shows just how Few they were. It is right that they are all remembered. There is also a replica Spitfire, Hurricane and Stuka. Don't miss BOB the dog. Lots of information around. The visitor centre was very interesting. There was a very reasonably priced shop, which was well stocked and cafe, which had a good range of reasonably priced items. The staff were very friendly and extremely welcoming. There is no charge for the memorial. You have to pay for parking, which was very reasonably priced and the entry to the Scramble exhibit. I didn't vist the Scramble but will on a future visit. Lest We Forget.Thank you for your kind review - we are so pleased you enjoyed your visit to the Memorial. We look forward to welcoming you back for a Scramble Experience visit!Written April 4, 2024This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited March 2024Traveled with friendsWritten March 13, 2024
- Simon M LincolnSawbridgeworth, United Kingdom112 contributionsNice place honouring the Battle of Britain hero’sGreat time had here. Walked the ground looking at the various tributes and memorials here, all set with a lovely coastal view. Staff were very helpful and friendly. Nice cafe in the Wing main building with a nice outdoor terrace.Thank you very much for your kind review, Simon! We look forward to welcoming you back.Written April 25, 2024This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited April 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten April 4, 2024
- BrianMansfield, United Kingdom6 contributionsBattle of Britain memorial Caple-Le-FerneWe visited on 21/06/24;on a vip experience. We were shown round by Sam who is treausurer of the memorial trust .She has a wealth of knowledge about the site and the battle itself. My wife and I had a thoroughly enjoyable experience and the day was topped off with a lovely cream tea in the cockpit cafe overlooking the English Channel. Anyone who has an interest in the battle of Britain and how the few helped the allies win the war a visit is highly recommended especially if you're fortunate enough to have Sam as your guide..Five starsThank you for your kind review! We're so pleased you enjoyed your experience package with the wonderful Sam. We look forward to welcoming you back.Written July 4, 2024This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited June 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten June 21, 2024
- Veronica H150 contributionsInteresting stop on our rambleJust a short stop on our ramble between Folkestone and Dover via Capel-le-Ferne. Attractive exterior with amazing views along the coast, as well as interesting artifacts. Similarly inside, with free admission, friendly staff and a reasonably-priced.Thank you very much for your review!Written August 1, 2024This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited July 2024Traveled with friendsWritten July 13, 2024
- SteadySCorpusty, United Kingdom132 contributionsVery moving experienceBeautiful little place to visit, very moving memorial, beautifully maintained, and well explained. Views across the Channel to France on a clear day. Nice little cafe with balcony views.Thank you very much for your review!Written August 1, 2024This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited June 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten July 16, 2024
- Manfred BTelford, United Kingdom336 contributionsA Must See Memorial in KentWe dropped in at the Battle of Britain Memorial during our stay in Kent. The Site for the Memorial was chosen well as Visitors can enjoy lovely views across the Channel. The Architecture of the Visitor Centre and Cafe is quite stylish and pleasing to the eye. Wandering around the Site we were impressed with the Memorial Wall, the Memorial of a Pilot and the Models of Aeroplanes used during World War II. All in all the Battle of Britain Memorial is a fitting tribute to the Aircrews who fought so gallantly in World War II.We look forward to welcoming you back 😊 – thank you for your kind words!Written August 1, 2024This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited July 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten July 28, 2024
- chris G6 contributionsBattle of Brilliant memorialAbsolutely fantastic we had a guided tour with The very knowledgeable, informative and friendly Sam who showed us around the whole memorial including the scramble experience which was fantastic lots of videos and screens and information and insights into what it was like during that period of history. I've Always been interested in this and it's my first visit to the memorial building my first visit was not long after the site opened and before the building existed. I would definitely recommend the experience which also includes a delicious cream tea which is not to be missed. Thanks to all the lovely staff for a truly splendid few hours there.Thank you very much for your review!Written September 2, 2024This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited August 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten August 7, 2024
- LisaKilla18 contributionsGreat day!Thoroughly enjoyed our day here. Informative, interesting, well-laid out, suitable for all ages, great café, fabulous gift shop. (Visit slightly spoilt by one of the other visitors. A man – dressed like a woman – who behaved in a very peculiar and intimidating way in the ladies’ toilets. Sir – a real woman would not cover her face in cream in public. Absolutely no fault of the organisers though and can recommend a visit.)Thank you very much for your review.Written October 4, 2024This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited August 2024Traveled with familyWritten September 2, 2024
- Christina U3 contributionsGifts and a cheese toastieThis was our third visit but this time we didn't go to the scramble. We had a lovely cheese and onion toastie with a mug of Yorkshire tea at the outside space of the cockpit cafe. We also bought some really nice gifts which were not overpriced and our battle of Britain calendar for 2025. Will be back next season.Thank you very much for your review.Written October 4, 2024This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited September 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten September 19, 2024
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David Nurse
Bridgend, UK40 contributions
May 2019
This was a very memorable visit. The grounds are very well kept and a walk around is very tranquil and moving.
The main monument is of an airman looking out over the channel.
There is also a visitors centre "The Wing" in the shape of a spitfires wing.
The site is very easy to get to and entrance to the monument and grounds are free but there is a small car park charge. Entrance to the centre is £6 (2019).
My visit was something of a chance call as the motorway home from the ferry port was very busy so when looking for a local place to visit we tried this. We really were very lucky today.
Next time in the area I will call in again.
The main monument is of an airman looking out over the channel.
There is also a visitors centre "The Wing" in the shape of a spitfires wing.
The site is very easy to get to and entrance to the monument and grounds are free but there is a small car park charge. Entrance to the centre is £6 (2019).
My visit was something of a chance call as the motorway home from the ferry port was very busy so when looking for a local place to visit we tried this. We really were very lucky today.
Next time in the area I will call in again.
Written April 15, 2020
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Karen W
Netley, UK244 contributions
Sep 2019 • Couples
With a German invasion inamint fewer than 3000 brave men stood in their way. The Bsttle of Britsin started in July 1940 and over by October 1940, 534 courageous soles died fighting for our freedom. The wall surrounding this memorial remembers them all. Each name engraved into highly polished black stone, no one to be forgotten. You can't help but be moved by this experience and the line airman sitting looking out onto the horizon you might even shed a tear.
Theres a statue of Bob the camps mascot, there goes another test.
A truly fascinating place all run by ex service men and women.
Theres a statue of Bob the camps mascot, there goes another test.
A truly fascinating place all run by ex service men and women.
Written February 4, 2020
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Nicholas M
Portsmouth, UK64 contributions
Feb 2020
Getting there: an easy 2 hr 15 min, Sunday morning drive from Portsmouth.
Parking: ample available. The charge (£1 for one hour) was very reasonable.
Welcome: courteous and efficient.
The Scramble Experience: costing £6 (adult), this is very good value for money. I spent about 40 mins in here. The history of the battle is very well told, with nods to all of the British Empire participants, whether service personnel or civilian, while keeping the main focus, properly, on The Few. My niblings (aged 7-11) would have loved it.
Aircraft replicas: impressive.
Tip: choosing an off-peak visiting time makes sense. I can imagine that the Scramble Experience might get crowded at times. Also, you might to choose a time when you can enjoy good visibility across the Channel.
Afterwards: I didn't have enough time to take in Hawkinge as well. For an excellent lunch, I went to The Pig at Bridge Place, Bridge, Canterbury.
Parking: ample available. The charge (£1 for one hour) was very reasonable.
Welcome: courteous and efficient.
The Scramble Experience: costing £6 (adult), this is very good value for money. I spent about 40 mins in here. The history of the battle is very well told, with nods to all of the British Empire participants, whether service personnel or civilian, while keeping the main focus, properly, on The Few. My niblings (aged 7-11) would have loved it.
Aircraft replicas: impressive.
Tip: choosing an off-peak visiting time makes sense. I can imagine that the Scramble Experience might get crowded at times. Also, you might to choose a time when you can enjoy good visibility across the Channel.
Afterwards: I didn't have enough time to take in Hawkinge as well. For an excellent lunch, I went to The Pig at Bridge Place, Bridge, Canterbury.
Written February 27, 2020
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KentEnglandLife
Chatham, UK3,018 contributions
Jul 2020
A Sunday morning in July, I arrived early as I wanted to see this Memorial without too many people around. It's a fantastic reminder of what 'The Few' did for us all, as people have said tranquil,peaceful & moving are the right words to describe this memorial. And to think it wasn't always like this, as this was Hellfire Corner.
Parking: A large parking area with spaces for the disabled and coaches, Fee is £1 an hour or £3 all day.
Entrance: Free (Scramble Experience about £6) but Donation boxes are around, £2 is the recommended amount for a visit.
Cockpit Cafe: Is upstairs in The Wing (there is a lift for people that need it) Prices are what you would expect. The outside area has a nice view of the site (No Smoking).
Memorial, Wall & Replica Planes: The planes look good, The Wall is lovely but humbling and the Memorial reminds you, that we should not forget what the generations before us went through for us to enjoy the peace we have today.
Overall I would say make sure you visit here and spend a couple of hours just walking around and enjoy this peaceful place,remember and donate (these places rely on people's donations. It is free but please don't forget the hard work that goes into running and maintaining these beautiful sites). Thank you, I loved my visit.
Parking: A large parking area with spaces for the disabled and coaches, Fee is £1 an hour or £3 all day.
Entrance: Free (Scramble Experience about £6) but Donation boxes are around, £2 is the recommended amount for a visit.
Cockpit Cafe: Is upstairs in The Wing (there is a lift for people that need it) Prices are what you would expect. The outside area has a nice view of the site (No Smoking).
Memorial, Wall & Replica Planes: The planes look good, The Wall is lovely but humbling and the Memorial reminds you, that we should not forget what the generations before us went through for us to enjoy the peace we have today.
Overall I would say make sure you visit here and spend a couple of hours just walking around and enjoy this peaceful place,remember and donate (these places rely on people's donations. It is free but please don't forget the hard work that goes into running and maintaining these beautiful sites). Thank you, I loved my visit.
Written July 19, 2020
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Clive B
Sheerness, UK5 contributions
Jun 2020
A lovely place to reflect how a few brave men halted Hitler in his steps. All known Battle of Britain pilots are remembered individually on the Foxley-Norris wall
The Statue of the lone pilot looking out to sea is very poignant. They have Spitfire and Hurricane replicas and you can walk around them. A great shop selling books and gifts. The Tee shirts are great value and look great.
I haven’t had a chance to visit the scramble experience but I will do very soon
Car parking is very reasonable
Fantastic location overlooking the white Cliffs. Brilliant spot for a cup of tea and a snack looking out over the channel, on a good day you can see France.and reasonably priced
I was so impressed I became a member. I have been many times, the last time was only a walk around the site as the Wing (housing the shop, scramble experience and cafe) was shut due to covid shutdown
The Statue of the lone pilot looking out to sea is very poignant. They have Spitfire and Hurricane replicas and you can walk around them. A great shop selling books and gifts. The Tee shirts are great value and look great.
I haven’t had a chance to visit the scramble experience but I will do very soon
Car parking is very reasonable
Fantastic location overlooking the white Cliffs. Brilliant spot for a cup of tea and a snack looking out over the channel, on a good day you can see France.and reasonably priced
I was so impressed I became a member. I have been many times, the last time was only a walk around the site as the Wing (housing the shop, scramble experience and cafe) was shut due to covid shutdown
Written July 20, 2020
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Claire S
209 contributions
Oct 2020
We found this memorial by accident whilst doing a cliff top walk and it made our day. The staff were welcoming, with clear Covid-19 procedures and guidance. We paid just £5.30 for two people to visit the exhibition which was exceptional. The cafe had lovely food and drink with a terrace with sweeping views out to sea. All in all a very memorable visit. Highly recommended.
Written November 13, 2020
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eurotraveller08
Hawkhurst, UK8 contributions
Aug 2020 • Couples
Hoped to visit here today with my partner. Unfortunately we were denied access as we were not wearing masks as my partner and I are both exempt for health reasons.
We were stopped by the most officious doormen in the universe who demanded to see our exemption certificates. When we pointed out that there is no requirement to prove exemption he became seriously aggressive. He was then shown the relevant page from the Government website he simply dismissed it.
I will be taking the matter further under the Disability Discrimination Act.
We were stopped by the most officious doormen in the universe who demanded to see our exemption certificates. When we pointed out that there is no requirement to prove exemption he became seriously aggressive. He was then shown the relevant page from the Government website he simply dismissed it.
I will be taking the matter further under the Disability Discrimination Act.
Written August 16, 2020
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The Trust, Staff and Volunteers are following HMG guidelines and the law of wearing mask in indoor settings which our building The Wing falls into these settings. The Site Manager brought this issue up to the Trust and there is no evidence on camera and from witnesses inside the building at the time that the staff who spoke to you and your partner were officious or aggressive towards you.
The member of staff did not demand to see evidence of exemption of wearing masks he merely asked and whilst there is no law in having an exemption document it was simply suggested that this would be helpful to you if you did. The staff simply followed the guidelines and the law of the wearing of masks and this is why you were refused entry in a non-aggressive manner as you so put it.
We have a duty of care for our staff and volunteers but more importantly to our visitors who in the main are collaborating with the procedures and guidelines as can be seen from other entries.
Written August 17, 2020
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N9063GRrobins
Kent, UK66 contributions
Sep 2019 • Family
So much information to absorb about the Battle of Britain and those that gave their lives to defeat the enemy. Plenty to see without actually spending a penny although there's so much more for all ages in the experience. Life sized replicas of aircraft and a specially designed site as a tribute. Gift shop not unreasonably priced with inexpensive things like pencils etc.
Written March 10, 2020
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Martin
6 contributions
Sep 2022 • Couples
It says it all, I love it here, I'm came for my 29th birthday, since I was a boy I've been fascinated by the battle of Britain and this was the first time I'd experienced it on this level, I mean wow! I learnt so much, we went into to the beautifully made building met by a lovely gentleman on the desk who we paid our entry too, he explained that in this wing there were exhibits that didn't belong to them so he asked politely that we not take pictures in that area, fair enough, we went in and wow it was interactive, so many boards to read there were uniforms to try on me and my partner had great fun trying them on (the staff were lovely I'm sure if we'd of asked them they'd of let us take a picture of us with them on) for me I loved thr hurricane simulator, using all the info I learnt on the boards in the room I managed to shoot down 10 German bombers.
After this, we watched the scramble video and that really spoke to me when the gent said "Im just waiting to be taken" such a strong statement at that time really moving.
After this, we went out to the memorial oh my what a stunning memorial, I found my local squadron of 611 squadron. Absolutely loved it, the replica planes are in great shape.
The coffee shop was staffed by two heroes of the rainy day, having hot drinks ready when we came up and a beautiful sausage roll, yummy
I left here proud to be British and I learnt soo much, it was worth every penny. Highly recommend it a definite must if your near by.
After this, we watched the scramble video and that really spoke to me when the gent said "Im just waiting to be taken" such a strong statement at that time really moving.
After this, we went out to the memorial oh my what a stunning memorial, I found my local squadron of 611 squadron. Absolutely loved it, the replica planes are in great shape.
The coffee shop was staffed by two heroes of the rainy day, having hot drinks ready when we came up and a beautiful sausage roll, yummy
I left here proud to be British and I learnt soo much, it was worth every penny. Highly recommend it a definite must if your near by.
Written September 13, 2022
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Hi Lee, thank you so much for your kind review. We really enjoyed reading this and it's so lovely to hear about how much of a great experience you had. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future!
Written September 29, 2022
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Maria S
15 contributions
Apr 2022 • Couples
The memorial is amazing with lots of information available but whatever you do don't stop for a coffee!! The poor staff having to serve up sachet coffees guising as Espressos at £2.50 a shot in large mugs. In addition, the Cappuccino was so watery I couldn't finish it. Come on it dosent take a lot to purchase a proper coffee machine. If the funds are unavailable then please stop advertising Espressos and Cappuccinos/Lattes. I really feel sorry for the tourists that come to visit this café and I understand we're not the first to complain. The place would be perfect otherwise.
Written April 21, 2022
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Dear T4067 etc (please forgive me for not using your real name, but you don't reveal it) - I am delighted that you enjoyed your visit but sad that you focused so much on the coffee. The Memorial is a charity that depends to a large extent on volunteers who do their utmost to provide a warm welcome and a great experience. Occasionally there are issues with a new volunteer and a tricky bit of machinery, and I'm sorry that you may have fallen foul of that combination on this occasion. That said, of course, you had just enjoyed an amazing visit to a fabulous, immaculately maintained site that's free to visit (with the exception of the Scramble Experience) and you could have simply smiled and got on with your day. If you would like to help us purchase a 'proper coffee machine' (more costly than you imagine for a charity) and volunteer to man it on a couple of days a week, we would welcome you with open arms. In the meantime we are reviewing our coffee provision. Thank you for your contribution to that process.
Written April 26, 2022
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Hi Jeannette, There is no entry fee.
While the outside attractions are free to visit, apart from a small car parking charge, the indoor Scramble Experience, an exciting audio-visual introduction to the Battle of Britain with a wealth of hands-on things to do and touch screen access to a huge amount of information, is the only paid-for option.
Prices below for The Scramble Experience:
Adult - £6
Child (5-16) - £4
Child (Under 5) - Free
Family (2+2) - £16.50
Friend of Few - £5
OAP - £5
Written September 29, 2022
Dogs are allowed on the site, but must be kept on a lead at all times. Assistance dogs are the only dogs allowed inside The Wing.
Written September 29, 2022
Yes - please do (but please respect the site and clean up after him/her!)
Written February 3, 2019
Is there somewhere you can have a picnic nearby?
Written August 19, 2016
You might be able to have a picnic actually at the site - I suggest you call them. A little way away are a pub and tea shop actually on the cliff top and the White Cliffs Nat Trust area just N of Dover would require a parking fee but the views are stunning. That's the other side of Dover. Nearby on the same Southern side as the Memorial is the Samphire Hoe nature reserve - again you'd have to pay to park but it's attractive with lots of picnic possibilities. V close to the Memorial is East Cliff & Warren Country Park but I haven't been there and don't know about the parking situation. Good luck from Janet
Written August 20, 2016
Dogs are allowed on the site, but must be kept on a lead at all times. Assistance dogs are the only dogs allowed inside The Wing.
Written September 29, 2022
Not sure you can ring on 01303 249292
Or ask questions on their Facebook page
Regards
Paul
Written August 16, 2015
What's the parking like can you park onsite and is there a fee
Written July 19, 2015
Yes - as the kind people below have already mentioned, there is a charge, which goes to help the costs of maintaining the memorial and preserving the memory of the Few.
Written July 20, 2015
I am a teacher from France and my class and I will be visiting the memorial in October 2015. What is the "Scramble experience" admission fee for 13 to 14 year olds ?
Written July 13, 2015
The price for children under 16 is £4 unless you pre-book as an educational visit, at which point it is £2.50, with up to three accompanying adults free. Please contact the manager on 01303 249292 for more details.
Written July 14, 2015
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