Managing Organization: National Trust
Website: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/kent/south-foreland-lighthouse Email: southforeland@ntrust.org.uk
Notes: This lighthouse stands on the famous white cliffs of Dover. Marconi performed experiments in radio navigation here.
Tower Height: 69 Description of Tower: White, octagonal stone tower.
This light is not operational
Date Established: 1793 Date Present Tower Built: 1843 Date Deactivated: 1988 Optics: First order Fresnel lens. Current Use: Historic attraction. Open To Public? Yes. Museum? Guided tours are available from 11 to 5:30, March-October (closed Tuesday and Wednesday) and by appointment in winter. The Gateway to the White Cliffs Visitor Centre is nearby, with exhibits on the area and a coffee shop.
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