Description
Kearsney Abbey in the centre of Dover is 10 acres of open parkland and lakes and its history can be traced back to the Norman Conquest. The River Stour runs through the park and has a rich habitat of flora and fauna, birds and an impressive collection of specimen and designed tree planting. One main feature is a Cedar of Lebanon which is believed to be one of the oldest specimens in the country that lies in this park, part of Kent Downs Area Of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Russell Gardens.
Train
Kearsney train station – five minutes.
Accessibility
The western car park - opposite Russell Gardens - has some disabled parking.
Dogs
Please keep dogs on their leads on the north side of Kearsney Abbey (the side where the cafe is), the old mill pond area and in Russell Gardens. Dogs can be let off their leads on the south side of Kearsney Abbey.
Facilities
Cafe • Toilet • Disabled Toilet
Picture Credit: © Dover District Council.
