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Smeaton's Tower
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This lighthouse, transferred here at the end of the 19th century from its original site 14 miles out to sea, provides a sweeping vista over Plymouth Sound and the city as far as Dartmoor.
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Travel Deals in The West Country
- May deal: Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Centre Fr $131+/Nt Expedia
- May deal: Redwood & Country Club Fr $114+/Nt Save with Expedia, $24/night less
- Save at 4-Star Hotel: 4 Nts + Air to Plymouth Fr $1547 Expedia
- Bristol Savings! Book at Novotel Bristol Centre Fr $138+/Nt — $138 Expedia
- Bristol Savings! Book at Days Inn Bristol M5 Fr $77+/Nt — $77 Expedia
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