10 Observation Decks & Towers in South East England That You Shouldn't Miss

September 4, 2021 Toi Mattera

Discover the best top things to do in South East England, United Kingdom including Tom Tower, Spinnaker Tower, Hadlow Tower, Solent Wheel, St Andrew's Church Tower Fairlight TN35 4AB, Greenham Control Tower, Wow Mk Willen Observation Wheel, Carfax Tower, Foredown Tower, British Airways i360.
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1. Tom Tower

St. Aldates, Oxford OX1 1DP England +44 1865 276150
Excellent
48%
Good
45%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 31 reviews

Tom Tower

Reviewed By JeffTheChairman - Exeter, United Kingdom

It really is difficult to miss TOM Tower as it stands guard at the entrance of Christ Church college Surrounded by stunning architecture Tom Tower is the most stunning

2. Spinnaker Tower

Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth PO1 3TT England +44 23 9285 7520 http://www.spinnakertower.co.uk
Excellent
55%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 5,354 reviews

Spinnaker Tower

Reviewed By 559jennies

Looking for something different for a girls weekend I spotted the high tea option - Wow what a brilliant choice, amazing views, fantastic staff - Tom who had such great knowledge combined with fab service and the mad lift boy!! Had us in stitches. Food was fresh and tasty.

3. Hadlow Tower

Hadlow Square, Hadlow, Tonbridge TN11 0EG England +44 7913 861979 http://www.hadlowtower.com/visiting-hadlow-tower/
Excellent
68%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 53 reviews

Hadlow Tower

Reviewed By N2333KNsamanthaa

Love it . The walk in the fields around the castle is awesome . History is fab. People are polite and happy to help . The castle is awesome to look at and knowing the past history story being told.

4. Solent Wheel

89 Clarence Street Southsea, Portsmouth PO1 4AY England http://www.clarencepier.co.uk/
Excellent
43%
Good
43%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 7 reviews

Solent Wheel

5. St Andrew's Church Tower Fairlight TN35 4AB

St Andrew's Coastguard Lane, Fairlight TN35 4AB England +44 1424 812799 http://www.fairlightandpett.com
Excellent
70%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 10 reviews

St Andrew's Church Tower Fairlight TN35 4AB

6. Greenham Control Tower

Greenham Control Tower Burys Bank Road, Greenham RG19 8BZ England +44 1635 44145 [email protected] http://www.greenhamtower.org.uk/
Excellent
53%
Good
41%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 64 reviews

Greenham Control Tower

After sitting unused for almost 3 decades, the 1950's Military Control Tower has been restored as a visitor centre and community cafe. Run by volunteers, you can see the history of the tower, visit our observation deck and enjoy drinks and snacks in the cafe. ** Please be aware due to the current Covid19 restrictions our cafe is operating as take-away only and we are offering limited guided tours of the tower. Please see the website for details. **

Reviewed By Tour590617

Andy gave us a very enjoyable walk whilst imparting his knowledge, enthusiasm and interesting insights into the recent history of the Common. After it’s recent military use, it is wonderful to see how much work has gone into making this area so wonderful for so many people - dog walkers, park runners, family groups and leisure cyclists to name but a few. The Control Tower is a great experience with plenty of information, a super cafe and very friendly volunteers. Having the USAF memorials recently relocated there gives the area great poignancy.

7. Wow Mk Willen Observation Wheel

Willen Lake Brickhill Street, Milton Keynes MK15 0DS England [email protected] http://www.wowmktickets.com
Excellent
67%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 3 reviews

Wow Mk Willen Observation Wheel

WOW MK : Willen observation wheel. Milton Keynes newest visitor attraction. located at Milton Keynes favourite beauty spot Wille Lake. Willen observation wheel is a giant wheel towering over the lake at 36 meters high it gives visitors a chance to see the lake from a whole new perspective you can see the whole city from up there it certainly does have the WOW factor.

8. Carfax Tower

Corner of Carfax and Cornmarket, Oxford OX1 England +44 1865 792653 [email protected] http://www.citysightseeingoxford.com/oxford-bus-tour-attractions/attraction/carfax-tower-oxford/
Excellent
27%
Good
43%
Satisfactory
26%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 419 reviews

Carfax Tower

Located in Carfax, the center of Oxford's shopping area since the medieval times, this tower is all that remains of the 14th-century Church of St Martin.

Reviewed By Mabel-the-Westie - Wiltshire, United Kingdom

Turned up here on a Tuesday lunchtime. You just walk inside and the person at the desk will let you know when there is a free slot. We only had to wait about 20 mins until we could begin our 30 min slot. Steep spiral staircase is quite nerve wracking! I’m not one to be scared of heights but even I was a bit funny about these - I think perhaps because they were see-through (metal sort of grid-work) it made it more scary! Views at the top are amazing and well worth the climb! It’s nice that you have it all to yourself during your slot, so can move around freely and take photos. There is a telescope at the top that was great for people watching! We didn’t pay for this, so I assume it is free. Make sure you allow enough time within your slot to make your way back down! I would definitely recommend this, it was the highlight of our trip back to Oxford.

9. Foredown Tower

Foredown Road Portslade, Brighton BN41 2EW England +44 1273 415625 http://www.portslade.org/foredown-tower/
Excellent
48%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
0%
Terrible
9%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 21 reviews

Foredown Tower

Reviewed By jillianar2018

Peter J. Fishenden excelled himself by giving an informative talk and demonstrating the camera Obscura. Highly recommended.

10. British Airways i360

Lower Kings Road, Brighton BN1 2LN England +44 333 772 0360 [email protected] http://britishairwaysi360.com
Excellent
48%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
3%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 3,857 reviews

British Airways i360

British Airways i360 is back open and has been accredited with Visit England’s ‘We’re Good to Go’ mark! Escape to the skies to see Brighton and the beautiful South Coast on board British Airways i360, safe in the knowledge they are following Government and industry COVID-19 guidelines. Glide up gently to 138 metres in the futuristic glass viewing pod, conceived and designed by Marks Barfield Architects, creators of the London Eye, and admire 360-degree views across Brighton, the South Downs and, on the clearest days, all the way to the Isle of Wight. Visitors can also enjoy the Nyetimber Sky Bar, an exhibition on how BA i360 was built and beachside shop for beautiful and useful gifts. There are also three outside spaces where guests can enjoy distance dining and drinking: West Beach Bar & Kitchen, West Beach Cafe, and beach huts for street food takeaway. Know Before You Go: Check out all the steps BA i360 are taking to welcome you back on board

Reviewed By TILLYFARLAR

As we were travelling quite a distance we timed our visit for a sunny day. This BA i 360 pod glides about 500' up a tower for pretty impressive views. Its situated on the old entrance to the now destroyed old pier and is a dominant feature on the Brighton seafront. We didnt have many people joining us so there was plenty of seating in the waiting area and we were through very quickly to 'board' complete with our BA flight tickets :-). Very smooth ride with plenty of chances to view from all angles, only thing is that the sun glare and curvature of the windows does nothing for any decent photos, but the experience is fun. You can see the Seven Sisters way in the distance. It would be helpful if, like the London Eye, small notices were placed around the rim of the pod so visitors could spot buildings a bit more easily - would have thought this was pretty obvious. Drinks were very expensive but they have a captive audience out for a fun time. We are very pleased to have made this trip and would recommend going - £16 each is pretty steep really and they do not have concessions which is surprising too. Think its cheaper online.

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