Chatley Heath semaphore tower

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Built as part of a Royal Naval signalling chain which could transmit a simple signal from Portsmouth to London in under a minutes, its restoration was part-funded by Surrey County Council. Once open to the public during the summer, it now appears (as of 2008) to be accessible by prior arrangement only.

In the past, opening times were:
March-October: 12 noon to 5pm on Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays plus Wednesdays during Surrey school holidays.

November-March: First Sunday in the month.

Admission:
Adults: £2.00
Senior citizens and children from 6 to 17:£1.50
Accompanied children under 6: free
Pre-booked groups welcome all year
Nearby cities:
Coordinates:   51°18'54"N   -0°26'17"E
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