Woodlands Fort, Victorian defensive fort in Plymouth, England
The military fort features earthworks, battlements, and gun emplacements constructed with local materials to defend against coastal attacks during the 1860s.
Built in 1863 during a period of heightened tensions with France, Woodlands Fort formed part of a network of fortifications protecting Plymouth's naval installations.
The fort represents Victorian military engineering achievements through its architecture, which illustrates the defensive strategies and construction methods of nineteenth-century Britain.
Visitors can explore the preserved fortification structures and learn about military history through informational displays and regular guided tours.
The fort maintains its original gun emplacements and barracks, providing direct evidence of how soldiers lived and operated coastal defenses in Victorian England.
Location: City of Plymouth
Inception: 1863
GPS coordinates: 50.41372,-4.15421
Latest update: March 6, 2025 09:39
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