Folkestone

Folkestone is a coastal resort town in the Shepway district of Kent, England. Hovercraft and ferry services formerly connected the town to both Boulogne and Calais in France, together with the still present Channel Tunnel. Satellite towns include Capel-Le-Ferne, Cheriton, Hythe and Hawkinge

Nature

The town is situated at the foot of the North Downs, offering stunning views of the surrounding countryside and the French coast, a mere 21 miles away. The North Downs Way, starting it's course in Surrey, reaches the coast at Folkestone and continues through Capel-Le-Ferne, and to its end at Dover, some 8 miles away. Many walkers enjoy this fabulous scenic route. The area is a magnet for passing migrating birds and the Warren(woodlands ajoining Wear Bay)and the cliffs above are of particular interest during the spring and autumn periods.

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