Welcome to Capel le Ferne

Capel-le-Ferne is a small village located in the district of Folkestone and Hythe in Kent, England. The village is situated on top of the famous White Cliffs of Dover, which offer stunning views of the English Channel. Capel-le-Ferne is known for its rich history, beautiful countryside, and proximity to popular tourist attractions.

One of the most notable landmarks in Capel-le-Ferne is the Battle of Britain Memorial. The memorial was built to commemorate the brave pilots who fought in the Battle of Britain during World War II. The site includes a museum, a visitor center, and a memorial wall with the names of all the pilots who lost their lives during the battle. The memorial is a popular tourist attraction and a place of remembrance for many.

Capel-le-Ferne is also home to a number of charming pubs, restaurants, and cafes. The village has a strong community spirit, and many of the local businesses are family-owned and operated. Visitors can enjoy traditional English cuisine, locally brewed beer, and homemade desserts while taking in the picturesque views of the countryside. Overall, Capel-le-Ferne is a hidden gem in Kent that offers a unique blend of history, natural beauty, and community spirit.

Local Weather

Clear

Temp: 3.3°C

Feels Like: 1.2°C

Wind: 4.9 MPH

Wind Dir: NW

Local Schools

School	Details
Capel Le Ferne Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Anthony Richards	Capel Street Capel-Le-Ferne Folkestone Kent CT18 7HB 01303251353 School Website
Folkestone St Marys Church Of England Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Trevor North	Warren Road Folkestone Kent CT19 6QH 01303251390 School Website
Castle Hill Community Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Peter Talbot	Sidney Street Folkestone Kent CT19 6HG 01303251583 School Website
Mundella Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Frazer Westmorland	Black Bull Road Folkestone Kent CT19 5QX 1303252265 School Website
Highview School Community Special School Ages:4-19 Head Teacher Mr Ady Young	Park Farm Road Folkestone Kent CT19 5DJ 01303847555 School Website
Hawkinge Primary School Foundation School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Aly Ward	Canterbury Road Hawkinge Folkestone Kent CT18 7BN 01303892224 School Website
Folkestone St Peters Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Toni Browne	The Durlocks Folkestone Kent CT19 6AL 01303255400 School Website
The Churchill School Foundation School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Zoe Stone	Haven Drive Hawkinge Folkestone Kent CT18 7RH 01303893892 School Website
Stella Maris Catholic Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Andrew Langley	Parkfield Road Folkestone Kent CT19 5BY 01303252127 School Website
Folkestone Primary Academy Sponsor Led Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Louise Feaver	Academy Lane Folkestone CT19 5FP 1303842400 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Folkestone Central Station Approach, Folkestone, Kent, CT19 5HB 2.78 Miles

Folkestone West Station Approach, Off Shorncliffe Road, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 3PA 3.20 Miles

Kearsney Alkham Lane, Kearsney, Kent, CT17 0RN 3.67 Miles

Dover Priory Station Approach, Off Folkestone Road, Dover, Kent, CT17 9SB 4.07 Miles

Shepherds Well Station Road, Shepherdswell, Kent, CT15 7PE 5.45 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Masters Executive Travel 0800 012 6979 19 Ingoldsby Road, Folkestone, Kent, CT19 6JJ 1.86 Miles
Avva Cab 07980 820294 10 Canterbury Rd, Folkestone, Kent, CT19 5NG 2.06 Miles
Silverstar Cars 01303 760409 Hawkinge, Folkestone, Kent, CT18 7QH 2.33 Miles
J J Taxis 01303 244442 24 Tontine Street, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 1JU 2.45 Miles
Channel Cars Ltd 01303 252252 9 Grace Hill, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 1HA 2.56 Miles
A R L Prestige Hire 01303 891985 15 Sandpiper Road, Folkestone, Kent, CT18 7TA 2.57 Miles
Folkestone Taxi Co Ltd 01303 252000 113 Sandgate Road, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 2BL 2.87 Miles
Taxi Direct 07919 093170 41 Kingsnorth Gardens, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 2QP 2.91 Miles
Folkestone Airport Taxis 07852 299158 8 Castle Hill Avenue, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 2QT 2.93 Miles
County Cars 01304 202027 Poulton Close, Dover, Kent, CT17 0HL 3.18 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
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West Hougham Old Post Office Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hawkinge Hall Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Hollands Avenue Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
George Gurr Crescent Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Calgary Crescent Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
256 Dover Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Church Hougham Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Alkham Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
The New Surgery 01303 243516	The New Surgery 128 Canterbury Road Folkestone Kent CT19 5SR
Koria_Ingledene 01303 893381	The Surgery 87 Canterbury Road Folkestone Kent CT19 5NW
Beaton_Hawkinge 01303 892434	Hawkinge Health Centre 74 Canterbury Road Hawkinge Folkestone Kent CT18 7BP
Harbour Medical Practice 01303 220707	Folkestone Health Centre 15-25 Dover Road Folkestone Kent CT20 1JY
Guildhall Street Surgery 01303 851411	65-69 Guildhall Street Folkestone Kent CT20 1EJ

Local Stores

Folkestone Station
100-102 Cheriton Road
Folkestone
Kent
CT20 2QN
01303 256303
Store Website
2.71 miles

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SPAR - London Road Dover
49-50 London Road
Dover
CT17 0SP
01304 202315
Store Website
4.1 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Companion Care (Folkestone) Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Unit 2 West Park Farm Retail Park Park Farm Road Folkestone Kent CT19 5SY 01303 253 041 folkestone@companioncare.co.uk Website 2.32 miles
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Hawkinge Veterinary Surgery
Jhe Thompson Limited 9B Defiant Close Hawkinge Kent CT18 7SU 01303 764190 Website 2.33 miles

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Abbeywell Veterinary Clinic
2-3 Majestic Parade Sandgate Road Folkestone Kent CT20 2BZ 01303 227179 info@abbeywellvets.co.uk Website 2.93 miles
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Manor Veterinary Clinic
Shearway Business Park Shearway Road Folkestone Kent CT19 4RH 01303 273203 admin@manorveterinaryclinic.co.uk Website 2.99 miles
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Puppy party 8-9am (pre-booked)
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Medivet Folkestone
3 Sandgate Hill Sandgate Folkestone Kent CT20 2JF 01303 248501 folkestone@medivet.co.uk Website 3.55 miles
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Maison Dieu Veterinary Group - Dover
76-77 Maison Dieu Road Dover Kent CT16 1RE 01304 201 617 maisondieuvets@cvsvets.com Website 4.34 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Reinden Woods
The Paths Through Reinden Wood, A Mixed Deciduous And Coniferous Woodland, Are A Combination Of Public Bridleway And Permissive Paths Agreed With The Mod. It Is A Surfaced Route For The Most Part, With Some Uneven Ground. 1 The Paddocks Densole Folkestone CT18 7BL 2.83 miles Sign Posted As Mod -There Are Parking Places At The Start Of The Walk, Off The A260 Between Hawkinge And Densole.

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Kearsney Abbey
Lovely Walk Through A Park And Wooded Area. Great For Kids And Lots Of Water For Adventurous Dogs. 12 Kearsney Ave Temple Ewell Dover CT16 3BU 3.76 miles

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North Downs Way
Following A Wooded Walk From Elham Valley Railway Towards Folkestone 1 Peene Cottages 4.17 miles

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Singledge Lane Woods
Public Footpath Route Through A Woods. Leads Off Through The Fields Or A Circular Path Through The Wood. Some Parking At The Side Of The Road But Limited. Near Dover Clay Pigeon Shooting Club So Bear This In Mind If Your Dog Is Nervous Of Load Noises. Singledge Ln Shepherdswell Dover CT15 5AF 4.74 miles

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West Hythe Canal
Lazy Afternoon Walk Route. We Walked To Hythe High Street And Went To A Dog Friendly Pub For Dinner Which Was Lovely! There Are A Number Of Dog Friendly Pubs In The Area. 3 Seabrook Grove Hythe CT21 5QZ 5.13 miles

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The White Cliffs Of Dover
A Linear Dog Friendly Walk Along The White Cliffs Of Dover Towards And Reaching South Foreland Lighthouse. The White Cliffs Are A National Trust Site, Allowing For Plenty Of Parking And A Visitor Centre With A Gift Shop And Cafe, Which Offer Outside Seating For You And Your Dog. CT15 5NA 5.81 miles Follow The Brown Signs From The A258 Duke Of York’S Roundabout; 3Rd Exit Towards Dover Town Centre, After 1 Mile Turn Left Into Upper Road. The Entrance Is On The Right After 1 Mile, At The Sharp Bend In The Road.

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Weather Forecast

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