The Samphire Hoe Tower is a 26-meter (85-foot) tall, helix-shaped, wind-powered observation tower located on Samphire Hoe, a man-made peninsula created by the Channel Tunnel construction, in Dover, England. The tower was designed by artist Jony Easterby and opened to the public in 2004.
The tower is made of weathering steel, which will rust over time, giving it a distinctive orange color. The tower's helix shape is both aesthetically pleasing and functional. It allows the wind to blow through it without damaging the structure. Visitors can climb the tower's spiral staircase to the observation deck, which offers panoramic views of the English Channel, the White Cliffs of Dover, and the Channel Tunnel.
The Samphire Hoe Tower is a popular tourist attraction and a unique landmark on the Kent coast. It is a symbol of the Channel Tunnel and the regeneration of Dover. The tower is open to the public from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. daily. Admission is free.
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