Fan Bay Deep Shelter

Directions

Fan Bay is reached on foot from the White Cliffs of Dover. Allow around 40 minutes from the Visitor Centre and plan your route before setting out; it is not a drive-up attraction. The National Trust website has the latest access and tour information.

Facilities

Visitor facilities are centred at the White Cliffs of Dover Visitor Centre. At Fan Bay itself, facilities are limited by the historic cliff-top and underground setting. Check the National Trust website for current details before visiting.

Access

The experience includes an underground shelter and steps, so access is restricted by the historic site. Contact the National Trust before travel for up-to-date accessibility advice and to discuss individual requirements.

Prices

Admission and guided-tour arrangements vary by date and are subject to National Trust booking terms. Check the official Fan Bay Deep Shelter page for current prices, membership information and availability.

Opening Times

Fan Bay is normally open on selected days, with timed guided tours. Opening dates, tour times and the final tour can change, so check the National Trust website before making a special journey.

Group Visits

Group arrangements should be discussed in advance with the National Trust. Contact the White Cliffs team on 01304 207326 or whitecliffs@nationaltrust.org, and use the official website for current booking guidance.

History

Built in 1940–41 to help defend the Dover Strait, the deep shelter and gun emplacement reveal the White Cliffs’ wartime role. The nearby sound mirrors are earlier acoustic-warning structures from the First World War.

Schools

School and educational visits require advance discussion with the National Trust because of the site’s terrain, underground spaces and guided-tour format. Use the official website or contact the White Cliffs team to plan a suitable visit.