Fort Stamford

Fort Stamford is a five-sided fortification built on a hill between two bays in Plymouth, featuring gun casemates arranged across two levels. The structure uses the elevated position for defensive purposes and contains spaces now adapted for various modern uses.

The fort was built between 1861 and 1869 as part of a major defense scheme to protect Plymouth's coast from possible naval attacks. This structure was one of several fortifications constructed during that period to strengthen the area's defenses.

This military structure represents the Victorian era defense strategy, with its original capacity to accommodate 200 men across thirteen sets of barrack casements over two floors.

The site now operates as a caravan park and fitness center with residential areas, so visitor access may be limited to certain zones. It is worth checking in advance which parts of the fortification can be viewed.

The fort contained twenty guns and six mortars in its original configuration, including five 64 Pounder Rifled Muzzle Loading Guns by 1893.

Location: City of Plymouth

Inception: 1861

GPS coordinates: 50.35520,-4.11925

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:06