Welcome to Newhaven NCI lookout
Newhaven NCI lookout is built on the cliff top on Castle Hill over 250 feet above sea level. It provides a panoramic view of Seaford Bay from Newhaven Harbour entrance to Seaford Head eastwards and to the ocean off Brighton westwards as well as to seaward into the shipping lanes of the English Channel. On a clear day, a total exceeding 400 square miles can be observed. There is very good coverage for VHF radio reception.
The lookout at Newhaven was built in the early 1960s to replace a small lookout inside Newhaven Fort.
Visitor Policy:
Visitors are normally most welcome at the lookout although, when an incident is ongoing, this may not always be convenient and the duty watchkeeper may ask visitors to call back later.
Visitors should note that there are steep stairs to ascend in order to gain access to the lookout.
