Jurassic Bark

A massive dog sculpture planted on the Kent cliffs - that's Jurassic Bark, and it's exactly as daft as it sounds. Built as a quirky landmark near Dover, this oversized canine has become something of a local talking point, part art installation, part why-on-earth-is-that-here curiosity.

You won't spend hours here. Ten minutes max, if you're being generous. What you get is a photo opportunity and a bit of a laugh - the kind of thing that works brilliantly if you're already in the area rather than something you'd specifically drive to see. The sculpture sits on the chalky cliffs, so on a clear day the views across the Channel are decent enough, though the dog itself is the real draw for most people.

It appeals to families wanting a quick distraction, especially those with younger kids who find oversized animals hilarious. Walkers exploring the Kent coastal path might stumble across it as a surprise waypoint. History buffs won't find much to grip them here - there's no deep story, just a bold piece of modern kitsch.

If you're staying at Hawthorn Farm Holiday Park or Parkdean Resorts St Margaret's Bay, it's close enough for a morning walk before heading elsewhere. Kingsdown Camping isn't far either. Pair it with Dover's actual attractions - the castle, the white cliffs proper - rather than making it a destination in itself. It's free and accessible, which helps. Good for a laugh, better in a sequence of things to do than as a standalone trip.