Where is Shorncliffe Camp?

Shorncliffe Camp is in Kent, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode CT20 3QE), in the parish of Folkestone.

How do I get to Shorncliffe Camp?

The nearest railway station is Folkestone West, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode CT20 3QE.

Is Shorncliffe Camp a protected site?

Yes — Shorncliffe Camp is part of the Kent Downs National Landscape (AONB).

How do I get to Shorncliffe Camp?

The nearest railway station is Folkestone West, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CT20 3QE.

Villages · South East England

Shorncliffe Camp

In or near Sandgate.

Shorncliffe Camp — a village in england south east.

Plan your visit

Typical visit: 1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station: Folkestone West · 0.2 km

A British village — settlements of this size traditionally cluster a green, parish church, pub and post office around historic land routes.

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Protected designations

Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Kent Downs

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Shorncliffe Camp is a village located in South-East England. It is known for its historical significance as a military training site. The area features various remnants of its past, including structures related to its use during the 19th and 20th centuries. Visitors can explore the village's unique character and its connection to military history.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates: 51.0844, 1.1515
County: Kent
District: Folkestone and Hythe
Parish: Folkestone
Postcode: CT20 3QE
Parliamentary constituency: Folkestone and Hythe
Nearest railway station: Folkestone West — 0.2 km

Sources

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Places to stay

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Hostels · South East England

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Hotels · South East England

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Hotels · South East England

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