Capel Battery
Folkestone Dover, Capel Le Ferne, Kent
Capel Battery
Capel Battery is a unique motorhome site set at a historic World War II gun battery site with views of the English Channel. Providing guests with a basic base or stopover, the site is home to a limited amount of electric hardstanding motorhome pitches. Next to the Battle of Britain Memorial, the site is aimed at history buffs who will find the place fascinating. Folkestone, Dover and the Eurotunnel are also within a 15 minute drive.
Small, basic motorhome site set by an unrestored historic World War II gun battery site
By the North Downs Way with areas onsite enjoying views of the English Channel
Within a five minute walk of a pub and the Battle of Britain Memorial, ten minutes to Dover
About Capel Battery
The site is home to 13 acres of land to explore, including the gun emplacements, Nissan huts and views across the English Channel. Next door to the Battle of Britain Memorial and the North Downs Way walking route, the site acts as a well located base for days out. The five electric hardstanding pitches are set along a concrete strip with grassy areas to the side. Each comes with a 16 amp electric hook up and water standpipe, allowing up to four guests in motorhomes and RVs only. Dogs are very welcome, with up to five permitted per pitch. Open fires and BBQs are prohibited. Please note, there are no toilets and showers onsite. The onsite remains are in the process of being restored, so there may be works going on. This does also mean when exploring, kids should always be with an adult due to the nature of the site.
Capel Battery is open all year round.
There are no onsite toilets or showers. Each pitch has an electric hook up and water.
The Valiant Sailor is just a couple of minutes walk from the site, with the Clifftop Cafe within a 20 minute stroll. A Nisa Local is also a 15 minute walk away for picking up any essentials.
Adult only
Allow commercial vans
Allow pets
Bike hire
Café / restaurant
Communal BBQ
Disabled facilities
Drinking water
Electric hookups
Entertainment
Family friendly
Fires allowed
Fishing
Games room
Glamping
Golf
Horse riding
Hot tub
Internet access
Kids club
Kids playground
Laundry
Near beach
Near pub
Open year round
Peaceful
RV pitches
Shop
Showers
Swimming pool
Toilets
TV room
Vineyard
Water hookups
Watersports
W.C. disposal
There are 5 accommodation options on-site
Bookable pitches and accommodation options
5 x Electric Hardstanding Pitches
Max 4 people
Hardstanding pitches with 16 amp electric hook ups. Suitable for motorhomes and RVs only.
Site tariff
Things to do on site and in the Capel Le Ferne area
The site is perched on top of the iconic White Cliffs of Dover, with spots enjoying stunning views. It is conveniently located between Folkestone (5 minutes) and historic Dover (15 minutes).
As a hub for history buffs, the famous Battle of Britain Memorial can be found a five minute walk away. Paying tribute to those tragically lost in the war, the location is home to replica aircraft, hands-on experiences and more.
If you head into Folkestone, you will find a scenic harbour, along with Sunny Sands beach for swimming, kayaking and more.
Other nearby attractions include:
- Western Heights Of Dover (10 minutes)
- National Trust - The White Cliffs of Dover (15 minutes)
- National Trust South Foreland Lighthouse (25 minutes)
- Canterbury Cathedral (25 minutes)
- Wingham Wildlife Park (25 minutes)
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