Scoveston Fort

Scoveston Fort is a hexagonal military ruin in Wales with sturdy stone walls that once defended a strategic location. Underground chambers and fortified positions are built into the structure, reflecting its role as a defensive installation.

The fort was built in the 1860s to protect the important naval base at Pembroke from potential seaborne attacks. It formed part of a broader defense system designed during a period of international tension.

The structure represents a significant example of 19th-century British military architecture, designed to accommodate 32 guns and house 128 soldiers.

The site is currently closed to visitors as the entrance remains locked and inaccessible. You can see it from outside, but entry to the interior is not permitted.

The moat was designed completely dry, cutting about 8 meters into the hillside without water. This dry defense technique was an advanced method to prevent intruders from crossing easily.

Location: Llanstadwell

Inception: 1860s

Elevation above the sea: 74 m

GPS coordinates: 51.72031,-4.97947

Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:08