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150th Anniversary Captain Matthew Webb - Dover

Posted on: 31st July 2025

DOVER:

On the 24th August at 1 pm, there will be a ceremony at Captain Matthew Webb's memorial on Dover's promenade. This will be hosted by the CSA and the Mayor of Dover, where a wreath will be laid in Webb's memory.

On the 25th August, Dover Harbour Board is hosting a special event. As part of the celebrations, there will be swimming races organised by Dover Lifeguards.

Click here for more information:

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/.../captain-webb-150th...

11:00 race registrations

14:00 Procession along promenade from near Capt Webb memorial to Marina Curve Event area.

14:30 Presentation of prizes and speeches at the main stage in Marina Curve area at the end of the procession

Music will be played throughout the day with marquees where some of us (CSA) will be based for the day. Do come and say hello.