Mayoral Engagements Gallery

This gallery provides a record of the Mayor of Dover’s official engagements, including civic ceremonies, community events and formal visits. The Mayor represents the town at a range of functions, supporting local initiatives, recognising achievements and fulfilling ceremonial duties.

This page is currently being developed – last update 15/06/26

Cinque Ports Seiljagklub geleentheid
(Saterdag 13 Junie 2026 – Cinque Ports Sailing Club)

The Cinque Ports Sailing Club Event took place on Saturday 13th June 2026 and was attended by the Town Mayor, Deputy Mayor and Town Councillors. The event celebrated sailing in Dover and showed how getting out on the water can bring people together, build confidence and Dover’s unique seafront.


Cinque Ports Sailing Club event in Dover attended by the Town Mayor, Deputy Mayor and Town Councillors

Civic representatives attending the Cinque Ports Sailing Club event on 13 Junie 2026

Cinque Ports Sailing Club community event celebrating sailing and Dover’s maritime setting

dorp burgemeester, Deputy Mayor and Town Councillors at the Cinque Ports Sailing Club event

100ste Verjaarsdag Parade – Dover See Kadette
(Sunday 7th June 2026 – Huis van God)

Die 100th Anniversary Parade for Dover Sea Cadets took place on Sunday 7th June 2026, marking a proud milestone in the history of the local unit and its long-standing connection with Dover’s maritime and civic life.

As part of the occasion, the Right Worshipful Town Mayor of Dover and nominated civic partner attended the unveiling of a blue plaque on the Maison Dieu wall to commemorate Elliot Gould RN VC, recognising his bravery, service and lasting place in Dover’s heritage. The parade brought together cadets, civic representatives, guests and members of the community to honour both the centenary of Dover Sea Cadets and the legacy of one of Dover’s distinguished naval figures.


100th Anniversary Parade for Dover Sea Cadets at the Maison Dieu on 7 Junie 2026

Blue plaque unveiling at the Maison Dieu commemorating Elliot Gould RN VC

Dover Sea Cadets 100th Anniversary Parade and civic gathering at the Maison Dieu

Burgemeester Making 2026
(Monday 18th May 2026 – Huis van God)

Die Burgemeester Making 2026 ceremony was held at the Maison Dieu on Monday 18th May 2026, marking the beginning of the new civic year for Dover Town Council. By die seremonie, Cllr Bekah Dawes was appointed as the new Mayor of Dover, met Cllr Janet Kember appointed as Deputy Mayor.

The event brought together councillors, invited guests and leaders from local organisations to recognise Dover’s civic traditions and welcome the new Mayor and Deputy Mayor into their roles. Na aanleiding van die formele verrigtinge, gaste het 'n onthaal by die Maison Dieu bygewoon.


Burgemeester Making 2026 ceremony at the Maison Dieu on 18 Mei 2026

Cllr Bekah Dawes appointed Mayor of Dover at Mayor Making 2026

Guests attending the Mayor Making 2026 reception at the Maison Dieu