Fort Darnet, 19th-century coastal fort in Medway, England
Fort Darnet stands on an artificial island in the River Medway, featuring a circular design with thick stone walls and gun emplacements.
The fort was constructed between 1870 and 1872 as part of the defensive network protecting the Chatham Naval Dockyard from potential French invasions.
This military structure represents Victorian engineering methods and defensive strategies, forming part of England's maritime fortification heritage.
Access to Fort Darnet requires a private boat, and visitors should consider tide times when planning their approach to the muddy landing area.
The lower level magazines of Fort Darnet were intentionally flooded to prevent vandalism, creating an unusual preservation method for this historical structure.
Location: Medway
Inception: 1870
GPS coordinates: 51.40667,0.59694
Latest update: March 6, 2025 20:57
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