stop over in dover

[loftyboy]

Hi all we are travelling to the south of france this year, only this time we are sailing via dover, 03.00 sailing. Is there facilities at dover to park up and have some rest before hand. Thanks in advanced Tony.

 

[sharpy]

hi tony, about 1/2 a mile before the ferry port is a large marina with a pretty big car park.for the past three years we have been directed there by ferry terminal staff.as long as you check where to park with the harbour master you will have no problems. take some ear plugs though if you want a bit of shut-eye! all the best, dave.

 

[Richard_5041394]

I can confirm that there is designated car/caravan parking on the seafront road in Dover town (literally on 'the prom'). Check the signs on the lamp posts as only certain sections have this facility, but it is very convenient, safe (well lit) and legal (and its FREE overnight!). I use this every time, to be close to the ferry for early morning sailings - you can watch the boats from the van!). You can access the seafront from either the A20 roundabout by the Hoverspeed (western) terminal, cross the swing bridge and go left onto the seafront, or turn off the westbound carriageway of the A20 in Dover (behind the flats) to cross to the seafront road. (Be aware that there is a new width restriction on the turning in at the eastern end, so avoid that!). The parking is clearly signed, on both sides of the road. Its quite quiet here too. Highly recommended; out of bed and two minutes to the check-in! Have a good trip.

 

[Sandra_5039916]

Tony

You can park up at the port overnight and wait for your ferry crossing.

Enjoy your holiday!

 

[Albert_5039897]

If you have the time try the CC black horse farm site its about twenty mins from the port and have pitches that allow for early and late arrival and you can get a proper sleep before you go and even a meal at the pub across the road. Hope this helps