Portland Castle, Military museum in Portland, United Kingdom.
Portland Castle consists of stone walls, towers, and battlements positioned on the northern edge of Portland island overlooking the harbor entrance.
King Henry VIII ordered the construction of Portland Castle in 1539 as part of an extensive coastal defense system against potential French invasions.
The castle museum displays military artifacts, naval equipment, and interactive exhibits that demonstrate the evolution of coastal defense through centuries.
The castle operates daily from March through October, with guided tours available in English that cover the gun platforms and living quarters.
The structure incorporates local Portland limestone throughout its construction, which has maintained its structural integrity for nearly 500 years.
Location: Portland
Inception: 1539
Accessibility: Inaccessible en fauteuil roulant
Made from material: Portland limestone
Part of: Device Forts
Address: Liberty Road, Portland DT5 1AZ DT5 1AZ
Phone: +441305820868
Email: Portland.castle@english-heritage.org.uk
Website: https://english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/portland-castle
GPS coordinates: 50.56836,-2.44680
Latest update: May 12, 2025 20:19
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