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Plans for a spectacular tower and a state-of–the-art park style land bridge over Townwall Street, Dover to the seafront, have been unveiled.

Council representatives met last week with the South East England Development Agency (SEEDA), Dover Harbour Board, English Partnerships, Kent County Council and Dover Pride, to discuss proposals to transform the future of the town.

Under the plans Dover’s landmark tourist sites, history and the port terminals will be linked. A spectacular restaurant and lookout tower would be built off the York Street roundabout. There are also plans for a state-of–the-art land bridge to link the town with the seafront.

Initial concept images courtesy of Rummey Design Associates Ltd.

A council spokesman said; "These modern structures would symbolize renewal and reinforce the existing internationally recognized landmarks of Dover Castle and the world famous white cliffs."

Cllr Paul Watkins, Leader of Dover District Council, said: “Never has Dover had such a comprehensive range of projects to integrate the Town with the Port. As the Dover Pride Partnership moves from concepts to delivery, local people will see transformational change taking place ensuring the highest standards of eco sustainability are achieved. There is an “air of confidence” moving through Dover currently. These are long term projects, which will move Dover up the economic growth ladder and make a difference to local people.”

Bob Goldfield, Chief Executive, Port of Dover, said: “Dover Harbour Board is committed to working closely with our partners on Dover District Council, Kent County Council SEEDA and English Partnerships, to secure the once-in–a-lifetime regeneration opportunities presented by the many initiatives in and around the Town and District, including our own £300 million port expansion plan. We live in very exciting times.”

Chairman of Dover Pride and KCC Cabinet Member for Regeneration Roger Gough said: "Dover has long been well-known as the world's largest passenger port and the Gateway to England. We want to build on its international reputation by taking forward these imaginative ideas to create a world-class place."