Description
This lighthouse on the White Cliffs of Dover was built in 1843. It has the distinction of being used by Marconi for the first succesful attempts at radio navigation.
Hobbies & Activities category: Hiking opportunity;  Nautical museum or attraction;  Science, technology attraction or museum
Address
South Foreland Lighthouse
St Margaret's-at-Cliffe
Dover
United Kingdom
Hours
March 1 to October 31
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open11:00ClosedClosed11:0011:0011:0011:00
Closed17:3017:3017:3017:3017:30
Always open, even if weekly hours indicate otherwise
Spring Bank Holiday - Britain (Last Monday, May)
Summer Bank Holiday - Britain outside Scotland (Last Monday, August)
Cost
Adult2.00
Group discounts1.50
Child1.00
All values are in local currency.
Tips
Acess to lighthouse by guided tour only.
Car park at Langdon Cliffs (2 miles).
No dogs in lighthouse.
Parking
Pay
Guides
Guided tour included with admission.
Transit
BritRail: Dover Priory
Typical Visit
1 hour
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