Starting in 1635 as a couple of iron braziers to hold fires, this site has been used to protect sailors from Goodwin Sands for nearly 400 years. As one of the first lighthouses to use electricity as well as being a test site for early shipborne radio, we have South Foreland to thank for some huge innovations in maritime safety.

Heike P

May 20, 2020

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The lighthouse managed by the National Trust can be visited. You have to buy tickers in the shop at the parking lot.

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Rombea

June 7, 2022

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Beautiful lighthouse that can be visited and has a small snack bar and cafe. The lighthouse can be visited on guided tours from mid-March to October.

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1. South Foreland Lighthouse – The White Cliffs of Dover loop from St. Margaret's at Cliffe

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2. South Foreland Lighthouse – The White Cliffs of Dover loop from St. Margaret's at Cliffe

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3. The White Cliffs of Dover – South Foreland Lighthouse loop from Dover

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Location: St Margaret'S At Cliffe, Dover, Kent, South East England, England, United Kingdom

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1. South Foreland Lighthouse – The White Cliffs of Dover loop from St. Margaret's at Cliffe

2. South Foreland Lighthouse – The White Cliffs of Dover loop from St. Margaret's at Cliffe

3. The White Cliffs of Dover – South Foreland Lighthouse loop from Dover

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