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NCI Newhaven
VHF Ch65 Call sign:
Newhaven NCI
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what3words:
figs.rocket.messaging
Living History Website:
NCI Newhaven is a recipient of the King’s Award for Voluntary Service (KAVS).
The station was founded in 2004.
NCI Newhaven lookout is built on the cliff top on Castle Hill 175 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.
Visitor Policy Visitors are normally most welcome at the lookout although, when an incident is ongoing, the duty watchkeeper may ask visitors to call back later. There is a large number of stairs to climb to the lookout floor and potential visitors should be aware of this.
Access Vehicular access is restricted to those on watch. Visitors should note that there are steep stairs to ascend in order to gain access to the lookout. There is no alternative access for those with mobility issues.
Local Hazards The station stands within the Castle Hill Nature Reserve above Newhaven Fort. Vehicular access is not normally available to non-watchkeepers. If you need to arrange access, please call the station on 01273 516464 or the Station Manager, Mick Carter, on 07802 878885.
Station information
Summer opening:
Open from: 08:00
Open until: 20:00
Days: Every Day
Notes:
Summer hours commence at the start of BST. In summer (BST) the station closes at 2000 hrs or sunset, whichever is sooner.
Winter opening:
Open from: 08:00
Open until: 17:00
Days: Every Day
Notes:
Winter hours commence at the end of BST. In winter (UTC) the station closes at 1700 or sunset, whichever is sooner.
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