Yarmouth Castle, Artillery fort in Yarmouth, Isle of Wight, England
The square fortification features arrow-head bastions, stone walls, multiple chambers, exhibition spaces, and vantage points overlooking the Solent waters.
Henry VIII commissioned this defensive structure in 1547 to protect Yarmouth Harbor from French naval attacks, equipping it with 15 artillery guns and 20 soldiers.
The castle exhibits military artifacts, architectural elements, and maritime collections that reflect England's coastal defense systems through different centuries.
English Heritage manages the site, which opens daily from April through October between 11:00 AM and 4:00 PM, with guided tours explaining its defensive functions.
This fortress introduced the first Italianate arrow-head bastion design in England, marking a shift from traditional circular bastions in coastal fortifications.
Location: Yarmouth
Inception: 1547
Operator: English Heritage
Part of: Device Forts
Opening Hours: April-October: Monday-Sunday,Holidays 11:00-16:00
Website: https://english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/yarmouth-castle
GPS coordinates: 50.70660,-1.50005
Latest update: May 22, 2025 18:12
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