The beacon on Worthing seafront is to be moved to give more room for crowds celebrating the 80th anniversary of VE Day next month.
Worthing Borough Council is preparing the new permanent location near the West Buildings shelter, chosen to accommodate large crowds safely.
The move also means attractions like the observation wheel, which has just opened, can more easily set up by the beacon’s current home, between the lido and the pier.
The cost of the work is being funded by income from the extended period that the wheel will be in place on the promenade this year.
the beacon will be lit on Thursday, 8 May, the 80th anniversary of VE Day – the official end of World War II in Europe.
The council said: “Our teams are supporting the area’s veterans to help them plan and organise their events and Worthing Town Centre Business Improvement District will be leading a VE Day-themed street market party on Sunday 4th May, featuring various stalls, entertainment and activities to commemorate the historical occasion.
“We’ve also received resident applications for road closures to enable community-led street parties to be held in celebration of the landmark anniversary.”
