The drive up to it was magnificent as was the white cliffs of Dover which we took time to view. There was so much more than we had anticipated and not enough time to do it all.
There was a train that took you around the grounds and from one exhibition to another, made it so much easier for Gerard to get around. There were actors within the castle and the courtyard bringing life as it as in medieval times to life.
A highlight for Gerard was the Princess of Wales's Royal Regiment and Queens Regiment Museum. He loved talking to Wilbur and Hector about his time in the Army and looking at the exhibits together.
There are many displays videos and recordings which took us up to the Regiment's most recent operations in support of the UN and NATO in Iraq and Afghanistan
Another highlight was a stroll around the Church St Mary-in-Castro which for centuries was the Garrison Church for the Dover and then later Dover/Shorncliffe Garrisons with military padres leading services. The church remained active with daily services right through the battle of Britain which was fought overhead.
Although now part of the Diocese of Canterbury the military ethos remains with regular services attended by veterans groups and as repository of many memorials from units and individuals who served in the area. It is legally an "Extra-Parochial Place" as the church pre-dates the parish system and the castle was variously a Royal or Military place.
Although a beautiful day there was a lot of wind which made it fun for rolling down some of the banks and flying a kite.
Finally, the views were spectacular you could see for miles around.
As always I thank you for your visit and for your uplifting comments.
See you soon.
Ditto to the above comment. Great post.
ReplyDeleteI love places like this, full of history and so beautiful ☺
ReplyDeletethank you for letting me tag along. The church is beautiful inside.The countryside stunning.
ReplyDeleteA wonderful, historic area. It all looks quintessentially British and I am sure you had a fine time exploring. You are lucky to be able to visit mainland Europe so easily.
ReplyDeleteWow what a wonderful post we dont have castle's in Australia and i find them so full of history,thankyou for sharing your pics with us,what amazing places you got to see xx
ReplyDeleteI've been close to but never visited Dover Castle. It certainly is a most wonderful historic area.
ReplyDeleteI have once again enjoyed seeing all of your photographs, and those stained glass windows look amazing.
All the best Jan
Thanks for sharing this beautiful castle. The view is stunning.
ReplyDeleteOh how lovely Dover Castle is! You had glorious weather I see. And the beautiful interior of St. Mary in Castro with the stained glass windows is quite interesting. You and Gerard have had a glorious holiday with the grands!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful day from the weather to the scenery to the company!
ReplyDeleteI so wanted to visit Dover when we were in the UK but our tour didn't go there. Glad I got to see a bit of it through your photos.
ReplyDeleteGod bless.
Oh that castle is amazing and how great that there's a train that can take people around who otherwise would have difficulty. Or who are just plain tired.
ReplyDeleteI can imagine one could easily spend days exploring it. The church is also lovely with the stained glass windows. So glad you had sunny weather.
Thank you so much for taking us with you on the visit to the museum and St. Mary in Castro. Dennis, with his military history, found the museum photos very interesting while I loved the church. The beautiful interior is stunningly done. When I think of the buildings that were made centuries ago without the use of modern machinery, the craftsmanship amazes me. Now, at least here in the U.S. they build buildings that are either torn down or fall apart a scant number of years later. Very sad.
ReplyDeleteI remember taking a ferry from England to France from Dover and seeing the white cliffs disappear behind us. The water was terribly rough that day and almost all of the passengers were ill on the crossing. Thankfully, somehow Dennis and I remained fine as could be.
I'm looking forward to reading about the next leg of your holiday.
Blessings always,
Betsy
What a lovely spot, so much to see and do with wonderful views. It was excellent that they had a train too, a great idea for young and old.
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful visit, I've enjoyed your photos as I've never been to Dover Castle and have only ever passed through the pace on the way to the ferry. So much to see and do, it's good that you had the time to explore before setting off on your adventure.
ReplyDeleteI made it once to Dover but only to take a bus to Canterburry ! You had apparently wonderful holidays with your family !!
ReplyDeleteIt looks like you had a wonderful day out. It's been a long time since we last went to Dover. That's a good way of making your holiday last longer too! Enjoy EuroDisney. Best, Jane x
ReplyDeleteIt was very interesting to see photos and read about your visit to Dover Castle. I visited it when I was very young, back in 1973. At that time there was no exhibitions, and no actors to bring it to life. But also to walk around and explore the castle was a great experience. It would have been nice to visit it again!
ReplyDeleteWow that was a fun virtural tour. Beautiful!
ReplyDeletegorgeous views!! I'll put this one on my virtual bucket list :) If and when we travel abroad.
ReplyDeleteDover Castle sounds like a very interesting place to tour. It's always fun when there are actors to bring it to life.
ReplyDeleteLooks like a very fun adventure!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful castle. I have been to Dover loads of times but usually just to get on or off the ferry. It would be nice to have time to look around.
ReplyDeleteSo much history in that castle - if walls could talk.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad you're getting to spend lots of quality time with your grandkids. They are going to have wonderful memories of you both. Have fun at Disneyland! ((hugs)), Teresa :-)
ReplyDeleteIt's an area I've never visited, other than to take the Ferry, it looks great.
ReplyDeleteIt's not really a British holiday until you've been to a castle!
Thank you for the lovely tour . . . I do my traveling through blogging . . . it fits my budget, LOL.
ReplyDeleteI've never been to Dover Castle but that looks like a really good day out. x
ReplyDeleteWow, that's gorgeous! The kite flying looks like so much fun.
ReplyDeleteThanks Lorraine, for the tour in words and photos. It’s great to see placed I may or not ever visit in person and the views were wonderful, I agree.
ReplyDeleteVery impressive and interesting castle. A lovely place to explore and to fly kites.
ReplyDeleteWow!! What history! Love all the architecture and information. What fun photos of the little ones running down the hill and flying their kites! You always have such great adventures with friends and family. Thank you for sharing with us. xo
ReplyDeleteAmazing photos!! Loved it! Thanks so much for sharing and thanks for stopping by!
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Debbie
Thanks for the photos of the beautiful castle and church!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful view. The Dover castle looks so beautiful.
ReplyDeleteIf you haven't taken care of your physical appearance for a long time, don't be scared off by the amount of work it takes to improve it. satta king
ReplyDeleteplay bazaar
That way, if you are faced with a major problem like medical emergencies or unemployment, satta king
ReplyDeleteplay bazaar
Many people are confused about what the idea of organic actually means and so they think they can't participate in organic gardening. Organic gardening simply means that no types of pesticides or preservatives are used on the product which results in a much more natural form of the produce.
ReplyDeletesatta king
play bazaar
Hello Everyone. I want you all to know about the hacked atm card, for those of you who been fighting for financial issues, here is a great chance for you to get a blank atm card, you can use this blank atm card to withdraw anywhere around the world, you can withdrawal up to $3,000 USD per day with this card and also you can use it to shop online and attach it to your PayPal, if you want to get one for yourself, contact via email: (harrybrownn59@gmail.com), do not miss this great opportunity of your life, contact them now and thank me later.
ReplyDeleteIt is important to seek the guidance of those who know and love you the most. While they might not have a professional background in stress management, they know what is best for you.
ReplyDeletesatta king
play bazaar
if you want to reduce dimpled skin caused by cellulite. Drinking water and avoiding caffeine can make your skin stronger and more elastic, which means that cellulite is less likely to be noticeable. This easy step will help immensely with your problem.
ReplyDeletesatta king
play bazaar
If you want to take a supplement, consider flax seed oil and turmeric. These both help reduce sickness and reduce inflammation. Heart and brain health is boosted by flax seed oil as well.
ReplyDeletesatta king
play bazaar
Satta King
ReplyDelete"This is the best blog with all the related information which helps us alot and yes I would also thank to the author for sharing such a wonderful and most impotently the helping information.
Thank you."
If Want Play online Satta King Game Click Satta King :-