Capel-le-Ferne /ˌkeɪpəl lə ˈfɜːrn/ is a village situated near Folkestone, Kent. Its name derives from the phrase "Chapel in the Ferns". It had a population in 2011 of 1,884.[1] It is perched on top of the White Cliffs of Dover.
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The memorial to The Few at Capel-le-Ferne | |
Capel-le-Ferne Location within Kent | |
Population | 1,884 (2011)[1] |
OS grid reference | TR242386 |
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Country | England |
Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
Post town | Folkestone |
Postcode district | CT18 |
Dialling code | 01303 |
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Fire | Kent |
Ambulance | South East Coast |
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Its foremost attraction is the Battle of Britain Memorial, opened by the Queen Mother on 9 July 1993 and dedicated to those who fought in the battle. The Memorial is built upon part of a former World War II coastal battery (No. 2 and No. 3 guns). The other part of the Coastal Battery is privately held and under restoration. The Channel Tunnel runs underneath the northernmost part of the village.[citation needed]
The village is twinned with the commune of Oye-Plage in the Pas-de-Calais department in France, about 7 miles (12 km) east of Calais.[citation needed]
The B2011 New Dover road runs through the village between Folkestone and Dover. The A20 runs to the north and is used by freight and ferry traffic heading for Dover.
The cliffs offer a spectacular walking opportunity, towards the East Cliff and Warren Country Park in the direction of Folkestone.[citation needed] Towards Dover, Samphire Hoe can be reached and the area is popular for walking or cycling.
An electoral ward with the same name exists. This ward includes Hougham Without and at the 2011 census had a population of 2,347.[2]
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Ferne also means "far off', as in, the ferne hills. It was published in Chaucer's epic novel.
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