Beachy Head, From The Sands 1903
Photo ref: 50417
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The lighthouse, started in 1899, replaced the Belle Tout on the cliff top further west. A remarkable operation, it was built on massive foundations using Cornish granite. Opened in 1902, it was constantly manned until automated in 1983.

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