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Leith Hill Tower
At 294 metres above sea level at its base, Leith Hill Tower is the highest point in the South East of England. On a clear day there are views to the English Channel and thirteen counties.
The main tower was built in the 1765-6, and the stair tower in 1864. The spiral staircase travels clockwise, perhaps as a sign of friendliness, as defensive towers were built anti-clockwise so as to be able to defend ones self with a sword in the right hand coming down the stairs.
The Grade II listed tower has been owned by the National Trust since 1923.
The main tower was built in the 1765-6, and the stair tower in 1864. The spiral staircase travels clockwise, perhaps as a sign of friendliness, as defensive towers were built anti-clockwise so as to be able to defend ones self with a sword in the right hand coming down the stairs.
The Grade II listed tower has been owned by the National Trust since 1923.
Created: Thu, 3 Dec 2009, Updated: Sat, 7 Sep 2019
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