Pepper Pot, Grade II listed tower in Brighton, United Kingdom
The Pepper Pot is an octagonal tower with a distinctive silhouette that stands in public gardens near Brighton's seafront. Its compact structure and unusual proportions create a memorable visual presence in the area.
The tower was built in the early 1800s as an observation post for coastal surveillance. It formed part of the maritime monitoring infrastructure that protected the English Channel at that time.
The tower is a recognizable symbol of Regency architecture and appears in old postcards and photographs of Brighton. Locals and visitors alike use it as a landmark when giving directions around the seafront area.
The tower can be viewed at any time from the surrounding public gardens and is easily reached by public transport. There is free access with no restricted visiting times.
Its name comes from its striking resemblance to a kitchen pepper shaker. This everyday object comparison makes it surprisingly easy to remember and describe to others.
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