I have just added this to the map of places to fly your drone at Drone Scene:
Situated in a nature reserve so stick to footpaths and I would suggest be aware of any nesting birds or wildlife. It is a an amazing location though.
Built in 1822, the Semaphore Tower is a unique survival. Commissioned in the aftermath of the Battle of Waterloo, it was once a cutting-edge building at the forefront of technology and is now a remarkable retreat in the heart of a peaceful nature reserve.
The only remaining semaphore tower in Britain
A unique remnant from the Napoleonic era, this Grade II* listed brick structure is the only surviving semaphore tower in Britain. It was once a building at the forefront of technology and design, a vital link in a signalling chain that transmitted messages from Admiralty House in London to Portsmouth Docks in just a few minutes.
The semaphore machinery has been refurbished, providing a living lesson in technological and engineering history.
The originator declared that this location was not inside a Flight Restriction Zone at the time of being flown on 01/03/2026. It remains the responsibility of any pilot to check for any changes before flying at the same location. Landowner permission may be required before taking off.
