Reawakening the Maison Dieu hard-hat tours Maison Dieu (Dover Town Hall)

Join us for a rare behind the scenes glimpse of building and conservation work in progress as we get this incredible 800-year-old building ready for re-opening. See work in progress on the reinstatement of the William Burges decorative scheme in the Connaught Hall and Mayor’s Parlour. View recently conserved stained-glass windows in close-up detail and find out about how this building is set to become one of Kent’s premier events and heritage venues.

There may be the opportunity to climb to the top of the bird’s nest scaffold to see conservation work in progress on the Connaught Hall ceiling. This is accessed by a temporary staircase, leading to a fully-floored ceiling deck. Anyone who doesn’t have a head for heights can remain at the bottom. A health and safety briefing will be provided on arrival.

Tours last 1 hour. max 12 people per tour. Age 12 plus only. All under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

All tours are now fully booked. Please contact Katy at kathryn.tuck@dover.gov.uk to be put on the waiting list.

Tour Dates:

Tuesday 16 July 2024

10.00am - 11.00am. Book here:  https://bookwhen.com/maison-dieu/e/ev-swcz-20240716100000

11.30am - 12.30pm. Book here: https://bookwhen.com/maison-dieu/e/ev-s3bw-20240716113000

1.00pm - 2.00pm. Book here: https://bookwhen.com/maison-dieu/e/ev-sxni-20240716130000

2.30pm - 3.30pm. Book here: https://bookwhen.com/maison-dieu/e/ev-sytm-20240716143000

Monday 22 July 2024

10.00am - 11.00am. Book here: https://bookwhen.com/maison-dieu/e/ev-sg9u-20240722100000

11.30am - 12.30pm. Book here: https://bookwhen.com/maison-dieu/e/ev-swp4-20240722113000

1.00pm - 2.00pm. Book here: https://bookwhen.com/maison-dieu/e/ev-skda-20240722130000

2.30pm - 3.30pm. Book here: https://bookwhen.com/maison-dieu/e/ev-s91d-20240722143000

To Join a tour please follow the link next to the date and time of your choice and complete the booking process. No entrance permitted unless a booking has been made.

Please arrive promptly (15 minutes before start time) as latecomers will not be able to join a party that has already started a tour.

If you have any questions in advance please contact Katy at kathryn.tuck@dover.gov.uk