Freshwater Redoubt, Military fort in Freshwater Bay, Isle of Wight, England.
The fort contains seven gun emplacements across two batteries, surrounded by a dry ditch with a Caponier structure that housed 24 soldiers.
Built between 1855 and 1856 under Lord Palmerston's defense program, the fort protected the southern coast from potential French naval attacks.
Queen Victoria and Princess Beatrice visited the fort in 1861, marking its status within the Victorian military infrastructure of Britain.
The former military installation now functions as a private residence with multiple living spaces and includes a one-bedroom holiday cottage named Moonfleet.
The fort's water tank has been transformed into a swimming pool, combining military heritage with modern residential amenities.
Location: Freshwater
Inception: 1856
GPS coordinates: 50.66869,-1.51382
Latest update: April 1, 2025 19:53
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