Kearsney Abbey & Russell Gardens

Directions

The parks are on Alkham Road at Temple Ewell, Dover. Kearsney station is a short walk away and local buses stop nearby. Use the official website for current travel, parking and route information.

Facilities

Facilities include café provision, toilets, a Changing Places facility, play areas, paths, lakes and picnic space. Car parks and individual facilities have their own operating arrangements; check the official website before visiting.

Access

Key facilities at Kearsney Abbey and Russell Gardens are designed to be wheelchair accessible, including the Changing Places facility. Some routes around the wider landscape may be less accessible, so check the official information or contact the park team for advice.

Prices

Entry to the parks is free. Parking is free for up to four hours, subject to the car-park terms and availability.

Opening Times

The parks are open daily throughout the year, while car-park, café and facility hours vary by season. Check https://www.kearsneyparks.co.uk/ for today’s information before setting off.

Group Visits

For group visits, coach arrangements or organised activities, contact the park team at kearsney.parks@dover.gov.uk. The café can be contacted on 01304 827327 for café-specific enquiries.

History

Kearsney Abbey and Russell Gardens are historic estates set in the Alkham Valley. Their lakes, formal gardens and parkland have been restored and enhanced as public spaces, bringing the landscape’s heritage and nature together.

Schools

The parks make a strong setting for independent outdoor and local-history learning. A formal schools programme has not been confirmed, so teachers should contact kearsney.parks@dover.gov.uk in advance about group access, facilities and visit arrangements.