Thanet and East Kent
Singles in and around Dover
Dover is the gateway to England, with a huge castle on the cliffs, the famous White Cliffs and a busy harbour. For a first date there's a walk along the cliffs, a visit to Dover Castle, or a stroll along the seafront. Check opening times before you go.
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First date ideas in Dover
Three easy places to meet someone new in Dover. Check opening times before you go.
The White Cliffs of Dover
A National Trust visitor site with clifftop walks and big sea views. Wear sensible shoes and check the weather.
Dover Castle
A huge medieval castle with tunnels and views over the Channel, run by English Heritage. It is ticketed, so check opening times and prices before you go.
Dover seafront and the Marina
A flat promenade by the shingle beach and the marina, with cafés and places to sit. Easy and public.
Around Dover
Neighbourhoods and nearby villages: Dover town centre, River, Temple Ewell, Whitfield, Capel le Ferne and Kearsney.
Getting there: Dover Priory has fast trains to London St Pancras and links along the coast to Folkestone, Deal and Ramsgate. Buses link the town with Folkestone, Deal and Canterbury, and the A2 and A20 are the main roads.
Go Kent Dating covers the whole county, so you can join from Dover and search nearby towns too. New to dating again? Our guide to dating safely is a good place to start.
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Questions about dating in Dover
What is a good first date in Dover?
There are plenty of easy options: a walk along the cliffs, a visit to Dover Castle and a stroll along the seafront. Choose somewhere public, keep it short and check opening times before you go.
How do I get to Dover?
Dover Priory has fast trains to London St Pancras and links along the coast to Folkestone, Deal and Ramsgate. Buses link the town with Folkestone, Deal and Canterbury, and the A2 and A20 are the main roads.
Can I join Go Kent Dating from Dover?
Yes. Creating a profile is free, and when you sign up you pick your area so we can show you singles nearby. Go Kent Dating covers the whole county, so you can search other towns too.
Is it safe to meet someone from online dating in Dover?
Meet somewhere public, tell a friend where you are going and keep the first date short. Every member is ID verified, and our guide to dating safely has more tips.