St. Catherine's Oratory
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This lighthouse was crafted as penitence for the theft of wine bound for a monastery.

πŸ“œ Britain's only surviving medieval lighthouse, an octagonal tower known as the "Pepperpot", located on St. Catherine's Down, Isle of Wight. πŸ” Built in 1328 as penance for stolen communion wine. # Why Go πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Britain's only surviving medieval lighthouse πŸ“œ Rich history, including a tale of wine theft 🚢 Publicly accessible via footpath with coastal views 🏞️ Scenic views from one of the highest points πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Britain's second oldest lighthouse after Dover’s Roman beacon # Why Avoid ⚠️ Access path across fields may be uneven πŸ„ Fields around oratory may contain livestock β™Ώ Steep staircase at car park entry, not wheelchair friendly # Tips πŸ…ΏοΈ Car park available opposite access path β˜• Refreshments available in car park during summer πŸ• Dogs on leads are welcome # Cost πŸ’° Free entry # Hours πŸ•’ Open any reasonable time during daylight hours

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