| Prince Charles visits Exmouth | ||
Prince Charles arrived in Exmouth on 3rd October 2002 as part of a series of engagements relating to the "Jurrassic Coast" World Heritage Site. On the cliffs above Orcombe Point, he un-veiled a plaque on the Geoneedle obelisk that has been erected to mark the Western end of the Heritage Coast.
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Prince Charles arrives by helicopter from Dorset on a perfect summer's afternoon. (despite the calendar saying it is October) | |
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"..........It seems to me
that a very carefull balance will have to be struck between the needs of
increased tourism, and the benefits that will bring to a hard pressed rural
economy, and the need to preserve this unique natural treasure..........."
HRH Prince Charles 3rd October 2002 |
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| This Geoneedle was unveiled by HIS ROYAL HIGHNESS THE PRINCE OF WALES on 3rd October 2002 in celebration of the DORSET AND EAST DEVON COAST WORLD HERITAGE SITE |
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The Geoneedle | |
| Jurassic Coast page | ||