Blast-off! Britain's tests above the Needles

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An iconic landmark to most, the stacks of rocks have seen more than many. A number of highly classified operations took place above the Needles that involved missiles, rockets and satellites. What exactly happened and why was this location chosen? Alex Hopwood takes us on a journey through space and time with the help of National Trust volunteers Steve Berden and Jo Thornton. Image: Getty