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A Quick Guide to Visiting Deal

The town of Deal lies on the English Channel eight miles north-east of Dover. Its attractive mix of unspoilt seafront, delightful conservation area, small fishing fleet and vibrant High Street and shopping area make it one of the gems of the East Kent coast.

Closely associated with Deal is the large mainly residential parish of Walmer where Julius Caesar first arrived in Britain. Deal was named as a "limb" of the Cinque Ports in 1278 and, thanks to its position on "The Downs" safe anchorage, the town was once the busiest port in England.

Today, the quiet seaside resort offers much to enjoy. Two fascinating museums, Henry VIII's Deal Castle, Kent's only remaining public pier, a small theatre (*currently closed for refurbishment), a night club, an indoor swimming pool, a night club, plenty of places to wine and dine and, on a fine day, a clear view of the French coast - less than 25 miles away.

To read more about Deal, click here. 

Getting to Deal

By Road
The M20 and M2 connect directly to Dover then take the A258 to Deal. It's an easy two-hour drive from the centre of London. National Express Coaches operate services to and from London Victoria Coach Station.

By Rail
Deal station is just a short walk from the town centre and seafront. It is served by frequent trains from London Charing Cross (journey time approximately two hours). Eurostar passengers connect at Ashford for a 40-minute journey to Deal.

By Air
Heathrow is approximately two hours drive; Gatwick and London City airports are about 1¾ hour's drive.

Getting Around
Local buses run throughout the day. Timetable information is available from Stagecoach East Kent Buses. Local taxis are also good value and there are plenty of them. Frequent trains to Folkestone, Sandwich and Ramsgate. For Canterbury, change at Dover.

 

Deal Visitor Information Centre
The Landmark Centre, High Street, Deal CT14 6BB
( 01304 369576; e-mail: ; website: www.deal.gov.uk.
Open: Monday to Friday 10am-4pm, Saturday 10am- 12noon.

Deal Library also holds a limited amount of local tourist information; contact the library on ( 01304 369576.
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history maps news photos shopping
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