Viewpoints · South East England
Battery Observation Post
In or near Tarring Neville.
Battery Observation Post is a viewpoint in the United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 20 min–45 min
- Best time of year
- Clear days year-round
- Nearest railway station
- Newhaven Harbour · 0.8 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Battery Observation Post is a named viewpoint in East Sussex, South-East England, marked on Ordnance Survey maps for its outlook. The site is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest. It sits within the Lewes parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Newhaven Harbour, about 0.8 km away. Postcode area BN9.
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Official information
Newhaven Fort is a historic site that showcases the rich history of Sussex, featuring exhibitions that cover various eras from pre-history to modern times. Visitors can explore captivating stories, including the fort's construction and its role during the world wars, as well as enjoy interactive displays and events throughout the year.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Brighton to Newhaven Cliffs SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Battery Observation Post is a viewpoint located in Newhaven, East Sussex, South-East England. It is part of the Brighton to Newhaven Cliffs Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), highlighting its ecological significance.
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- Coordinates
- 50.7827, 0.0533
- County
- East Sussex
- District
- Lewes
- Parish
- Newhaven
- Postcode
- BN9 9DS
- Parliamentary constituency
- Lewes
- Phone
- 01273 517622
- Nearest railway station
- Newhaven Harbour — 0.8 km
- Opening
- Monday – Sunday 10am to 5pm; last admission at 4pm
- Official site
- www.newhavenfort.org.uk
Sources
- osm: w1365406528 (ODbL)
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Battery Observation Post?
- Battery Observation Post is in East Sussex, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode BN9 9DS), in the parish of Newhaven.
- What is Battery Observation Post?
- Battery Observation Post is a viewpoint in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Battery Observation Post?
- The nearest railway station is Newhaven Harbour, about 0.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode BN9 9DS.
- Is Battery Observation Post a protected site?
- Yes — Battery Observation Post is part of the Brighton to Newhaven Cliffs SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- Is Battery Observation Post free to visit?
- Yes, Battery Observation Post is free to enter.
- How do I get to Battery Observation Post?
- The nearest railway station is Newhaven Harbour, about 0.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BN9 9DS.