200-year-old storm tower perched perilously close to the sea is rebuilt brick ... trends now
A 200-year-old storm tower that was perched perilously close to the sea has been moved 100 metres inland to protect it from coastal erosion.
The Bude Storm Tower sat on Compass Point but crumbling of nearby cliffs in recent years had threatened to topple it into the water.
The iconic landmark was taken apart brick by brick before being rebuilt safer ground overlooking Summerleaze Beach.
Also known as the Pepperpot, the tower was first built in the 1830s as a look-out but was moved inland 50 years later.
The latest rebuild should secure its safety for decades to come.
In a ceremony honouring the building's Cornish heritage, the tower was revealed from behind a grand St Piran's flag, the flag of Cornwall.
A historic storm tower has been dismantled and relocated away from a cliff edge to protect it from being washed away by the sea
The Bude Storm Tower sat on Compass Point in Cornwall but was threatened by coastal erosion
Also known as the Pepperpot, the tower (pictured at its new location) was first built as a look-out in the 1830s
During an opening ceremony, the tower was revealed from behind a St Piran's flag, the flag of Cornwall
The project - started in May last year - was supported by a £300,000 grant from The National Lottery Heritage Fund
Stuart McLeod, Director of England - London South at the fund, said: 'It's fantastic to see the Storm Tower standing strong in its new location.
'This structure is an iconic part of Bude's heritage which was at risk of being lost forever.
'It has now been saved with an amazing collective effort which was led by the community.'
The tower was first designed by architect George Wightwick for Sir Thomas Acland in 1835, drawing inspiration from the Temple of the Winds in
