Power Stations
There are two nuclear power stations at Dungeness, the first built in 1965 and the second in 1983. They are within a wildlife sanctuary deemed a Site of Special Scientific Interest and birds flourish in the warmer water created by the station's outflow.
The older power station closed on 31 December 2006, while the newer station has had its licence extended to 2018.
Tours of the power station stopped due to security fears after September 11, 2001. The visitors' centre closed in 2003, and the area is now used for offices.
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