South Foreland Lighthouse
A Victorian lighthouse at the eastern end of the White Cliffs walk, where you can climb the tower, with the famous Mrs Knott's tearoom nearby.
South Foreland Lighthouse was completed in 1843 and was the world's first lighthouse to use electric lighting; Marconi also carried out early wireless experiments across the Channel here. It is managed by the National Trust, and guided tours let you climb the tower to view the strait. Next door, Mrs Knott's tearoom serves scones and afternoon tea. The best way to visit is to walk about 50 minutes along the clifftop from the White Cliffs visitor centre, or to climb up from St Margaret's Bay.
Opening hours
Approx. 11:00–17:00 (seasonal; per National Trust)
Nearby sights
- White Cliffs of Dover
- Dover Castle
- Walmer Castle and Gardens
- Deal Castle
- Sandwich
- Wingham Wildlife Park
- Broadstairs & Viking Bay
- Dreamland Margate