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| '''Capel-le-Ferne''' (pronounced /{{IPA|keɪp(ə)l.lə.fɜːn}}/), whose name derives from the phrase "Chapel in the Ferns", is situated near ], ]. It has a population of approximately 2140. Perched on top of the ], its foremost attraction is the ], opened by the ] and dedicated to those who fought in the Battle of Britain between July 10 and October 31 1940. The ] runs underneath the northernmost part of the village. | '''Capel-le-Ferne''' (pronounced /{{IPA|keɪp(ə)l.lə.fɜːn}}/), whose name derives from the phrase "Chapel in the Ferns", is situated near ], ]. It has a population of approximately 2140. Perched on top of the ], its foremost attraction is the ], opened by the ] and dedicated to those who fought in the Battle of Britain between July 10 and October 31 1940. The ] runs underneath the northernmost part of the village. | ||
| It is a small, welcoming village whose residents pride themselves on the community and uniqueness of the location. The B2011 that runs between Folkestone and Dover is the main carriageway however it feels distant from the nearby A20 used by freight and port traffic. There is plenty of local countryside and the cliffs offer a spectacular walking opportunity, including towards |
It is a small, welcoming village whose residents pride themselves on the community and uniqueness of the location. The B2011 that runs between Folkestone and Dover is the main carriageway however it feels distant from the nearby A20 used by freight and port traffic. There is plenty of local countryside and the cliffs offer a spectacular walking opportunity, including towards the East Cliff and Warren Country Park in the direction of Folkestone. Towards Dover, Samphire Hoe can be reached and the area offers plenty for the walking or cycling minded. | ||
| ==References== | ==References== | ||
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Human settlement in England| Capel-le-Ferne | |
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| File:The few.jpgThe memorial to The Few at Capel-le-Ferne | |
| Population | Expression error: "2,400 (2005)" must be numeric |
| OS grid reference | TR242386 |
| District | |
| Shire county | |
| Region | |
| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | Dover |
| Postcode district | CT18 |
| Dialling code | 01303 |
| Police | Kent |
| Fire | Kent |
| Ambulance | South East Coast |
| UK Parliament | |
Capel-le-Ferne (pronounced /keɪp(ə)l.lə.fɜːn/), whose name derives from the phrase "Chapel in the Ferns", is situated near Folkestone, Kent. It has a population of approximately 2140. Perched on top of the White cliffs of Dover, its foremost attraction is the Battle of Britain Memorial, opened by the Queen Mother and dedicated to those who fought in the Battle of Britain between July 10 and October 31 1940. The Channel Tunnel runs underneath the northernmost part of the village.
It is a small, welcoming village whose residents pride themselves on the community and uniqueness of the location. The B2011 that runs between Folkestone and Dover is the main carriageway however it feels distant from the nearby A20 used by freight and port traffic. There is plenty of local countryside and the cliffs offer a spectacular walking opportunity, including towards the East Cliff and Warren Country Park in the direction of Folkestone. Towards Dover, Samphire Hoe can be reached and the area offers plenty for the walking or cycling minded.
References
- "2005 Ward Level Population Estimates" (PDF). Kent County Council. 2006. Retrieved 2007-08-20.
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External links
- Official Capel-le-Ferne Websites
- Photos of the ancient St Mary's church in Capel-Le-Ferne
- Walking and cycling in Kent incl. Capel-Le-Ferne
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