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The Wish Tower @wishtower.org.uk · 2d

We're open this Sunday, 1-4pm! FREE ENTRY.

Explore our Martello Tower and learn about Eastbourne's history!

#eastbourne #martellotower #martello #localhistory #localheritage

The Wish Tower @wishtower.org.uk · 2d

We're open this Sunday, 1-4pm! FREE ENTRY.

Explore our Martello Tower and learn about Eastbourne's history!

#eastbourne #martellotower #martello #localhistory #localheritage

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The Wish Tower @wishtower.org.uk · 9d

FREE ENTRY FOR ALL! Your kind donations help us keep this unique piece of history open!

#WishTower #Eastbourne #SundayFunday #MartelloTower #FreeEvent #Sussex #HistoryLover #EastbourneLife #AutumnVibes

The Wish Tower @wishtower.org.uk · 9d

Looking for something to do this Sunday? 🤔

The Wish Tower will be open on October 5th, from 1 PM to 4 PM. Wrap up warm and pop in to discover some local history and enjoy the beautiful autumn scenery from the roof! 🍂

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The Wish Tower @wishtower.org.uk · 15d

✨ We're open tomorrow, 1-4pm! ✨

💙 Come and check out a stunning part of Eastbourne's history! 💙

#eastbourne #visiteastbourne #localheritage #localhistory #martellotower

The Wish Tower @wishtower.org.uk · 20d

✨Brilliant to welcome over 300 visitors to The Wish Tower over the past two weeks as part of #HeritageOpenDays

👉Read more on our new blog: wishtower.org.uk/until-next-y...

🩵Thank you to everyone who came along!

#eastbourne #localhistory #localheritage #martello

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The Wish Tower @wishtower.org.uk · 23d

We're open this weekend!

As part of #HeritageOpenDays, we're open Saturday and Sunday, 1-4pm - FREE ENTRY!

No booking required - and the Wish Tower Friends will be on hand to answer any questions you have.

#eastbourne #eastsussex #visiteastbourne #martello #localheritage

The Wish Tower @wishtower.org.uk · 27d

⏰ Time's running out to book!

Come and learn about the quirky architecture of Eastbourne's iconic Martello Tower on a guided tour.

Pre-booking is essential - book today via: wishtower.org.uk/hod-2025

#eastbourne #visiteastbourne #eastsussex #martellotower #HeritageOpenDays

The Wish Tower @wishtower.org.uk · 28d

We (mostly) managed to stay dry!

Wonderful to welcome 62 visitors to The Wish Tower today as part of #HeritageOpenDays

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The Wish Tower @wishtower.org.uk · 28d

Fantastic to be open this afternoon as part of #HeritageOpenDays

#eastbourne

The Wish Tower @wishtower.org.uk · 29d

We're sorry that due to today's poor weather conditions, we will no longer be open this afternoon.

The Wish Tower @wishtower.org.uk · Sep 12

We're open this weekend!

As part of #HeritageOpenDays, we're open Saturday and Sunday, 1-4pm - FREE ENTRY!

No booking required - and the Wish Tower Friends will be on hand to answer any questions you have.

#eastbourne #eastsussex #visiteastbourne #martello #localheritage

The Wish Tower @wishtower.org.uk · Sep 9

⏰ Time's running out to book!

Come and learn about the quirky architecture of our Martello Tower on a guided tour.

Pre-booking is essential - book today via: wishtower.org.uk/hod-2025

#eastbourne #visiteastbourne #eastsussex #martellotower #HeritageOpenDays

The Wish Tower @wishtower.org.uk · Sep 6

Less than a week to go until our first FREE Heritage Open Days events!

Come and learn about the quirky architecture of our Martello Tower on a guided tour.

Pre-booking is essential - book today via: wishtower.org.uk/hod-2025

#eastbourne #eastsussex #martellotower #martello #localhistory

The Wish Tower @wishtower.org.uk · Sep 4

The Wish Tower Friends are holding 8 FREE events in September, as part of Heritage Open Days! 🏰✨

Step inside part of Eastbourne's history - with open days and architectural tours!

Pre-booking is essential for our architectural tours.

Book and learn more on our website: wishtower.org.uk/hod-2025

The Wish Tower @wishtower.org.uk · Aug 24

Brilliant to welcome 119 visitors on another scorching hot open afternoon!

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The Wish Tower @wishtower.org.uk · Aug 23

Visit the Wish Tower this Sunday, 24th August! 🏰

We're open from 1- 4pm for you to come and explore the fascinating history of Eastbourne's iconic Martello Tower and enjoy the wonderful views from the roof.

FREE ENTRY. Donations to help maintain our historic landmark are always greatly appreciated

The Wish Tower @wishtower.org.uk · Aug 19

The Wish Tower Friends are holding 8 more FREE events in September, as part of Heritage Open Days! 🏰✨

Come along for a free self-guided visit or architectural tour - all info of dates, times, and booking on our website: wishtower.org.uk/hod-2025

The Wish Tower @wishtower.org.uk · Aug 10

A delightful day to open, not a cloud in the sky!

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The Wish Tower @wishtower.org.uk · Aug 8

After a few rainy weekends, the weather looks more promising this time around - we'll be delighted to open for visitors this Sunday, 10th August.

Free entry, with donations to help keep the Tower open greatly appreciated.

#eastbourne #eastsussex #martellotower #localhistory #visiteastbourne

The Wish Tower @wishtower.org.uk · Jul 13

What a glorious, sunny afternoon at the Tower! We loved welcoming 134 visitors today, helping us raise vital funds to care for our iconic Martello Tower. ☀️

#eastbourne #eastsussex #sussex #localheritage #martellotower

The Wish Tower @wishtower.org.uk · Jun 28

Visit the Wish Tower this Sunday, June 29th! 🏰

We're open from 1 til 4pm for you to come and explore the fascinating history of Eastbourne's iconic Martello Tower.

FREE ENTRY. Donations are always greatly appreciated!

Hope to see you! 👋

#WishTower #Eastbourne #MartelloTower #VisitEastbourne

The Wish Tower @wishtower.org.uk · Jun 20

Visit the Wish Tower this Sunday, June 22nd! 🏰

We're open from 1 til 4pm for you to come and explore the fascinating history of Eastbourne's iconic Martello Tower.

FREE ENTRY. Donations are always gratefully accepted. 🙏

Hope to see you! 👋

#WishTower #Eastbourne #MartelloTower #VisitEastbourne

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The Wish Tower @wishtower.org.uk · Jun 7

We've had an incredible start to the year - with over 2,000 visitors so far!

Read our new blog post to learn more about what we've been up to: wishtower.org.uk/june-2025-up...

June 2025 Update – Wish Tower Friends

Here’s a quick update of what the Wish Tower Friends have been up to in the first half of the year – it’s been busy!

wishtower.org.uk

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The Wish Tower @wishtower.org.uk · Jun 5

FREE ENTRY. Donations to help maintain our historic landmark are always gratefully accepted. 🙏

Hope to see you! 👋

#WishTower #Eastbourne #SundayOuting #MartelloTower #FreeEntry #VisitEastbourne #SussexHistory #CoastalViews