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South Foreland Lighthouse

St Margaret's at Cliffe, South East England

A Victorian lighthouse where Marconi tested early radio, on the cliff top above Dover.

Cost
Paid
Booking
No need to book
Time to allow
2 hours
South Foreland Lighthouse
Michael Dibb · CC BY-SA 2.0

Reached on foot from the National Trust car park along the cliffs. Inside you can climb and see the lamp room. Great views on a clear day.

Best time
Clear day
Open
Spring to autumn
Getting there
Walk from the White Cliffs car park, about 30 minutes
Vehicles
Fine in any car
Dogs
Dogs on a lead

The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.

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