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Sandwich to Dover along the Saxon Shore Way, Kent

Summary

A linear coastal walk from Sandwich via the famous White Cliffs to Dover along the Saxon Shore Way. Views of the French coastline on a clear day.
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
16.2 miles (26 km)
Walking time:
07h 30m
Type:
Linear

Start location

Sandwich station, Kent CT13 9JR (TR332576)

lat: 51.2701972

lon: 1.3422141

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