Shornemead Fort, Military fortification in Gravesend, England.
Shornemead Fort occupies a strategic position on the south bank of the Thames River, featuring granite-faced gun casemates with iron shields and an open battery.
The fort, constructed between 1861 and 1870, replaced an earlier 1796 battery as part of British defensive measures against potential French naval attacks on London.
The structure represents a significant example of Victorian military engineering, demonstrating the period's approach to river defense through coordinated artillery positions.
Access to the fort remains is possible through a concrete road connecting to Lower Higham Road, with the site now integrated into the Shorne Marshes Nature Reserve.
The fort experienced severe structural problems due to its construction on marshy ground, leading to subsidence that eventually prevented the firing of its heavy guns.
GPS coordinates: 51.44660,0.43414
Latest update: March 3, 2025 23:58
Coalhouse Fort
1.9 km
Cliffe Fort
2.4 km
New Tavern Fort
4 km
Milton Chantry
4 km
St Mary's Church, Higham
2.5 km
Church of St Peter and St Paul
3.5 km
Church of St Peter and St Paul
3.8 km
Church of St John, Higham Upshire
3.9 km
Church of St Katherine
2.2 km
Church of St Mary
2.4 km
Chapel Of St Katherine
3.3 km
Statue of General Gordon
3.9 km
Milton War Memorial
3.5 km
Barrelled Lock Chamber, Sea Walls, Swing Bridge, Locks And Canal Basin
3.6 km
The Obelisk
2 km
Barn At Higham Hall
2.9 km
Higham Library
3.9 km
Pillar Box At The Junction Of Norfolk Road And St John's Road
3.6 km
Shorne War Memorial
3.7 km
Obelisk
3.9 km
Filborough Farmhouse
1.9 km
New Tavern Fort, Gravesend, including Milton Chantry
4 km
Hm Customs And Immigration Office
4.1 km
Higham Hall
2.8 km
Little St Katherine's
3.3 km
Stanford House
3.9 km
White House Farm
3.6 km
Milestone, Gravesend Road, by The Milestone and nr Fairways bus stop
2.9 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes