Thorncombe Beacon once formed part of a chain of beacon sites along the South Coast to warn of the approach of the Spanish Armada in 1588. These days, you can still enjoy wonderful coastal views from this great vantage point.

October 16, 2017

The view is worth it.

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April 11, 2022

You would be forgiven for thinking you have stepped into the pages of a lord of the rings novel.

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Elevation 90 m

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Location: Chideock, West Dorset, Dorset, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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