Fort Fareham, Victorian military fortification in Fareham, England
Fort Fareham features defensive walls, artillery positions, and underground chambers designed to withstand heavy bombardment from naval vessels approaching Portsmouth Harbor.
The fort was constructed between 1861 and 1868 with a budget of £104,557 as part of the extensive defensive network protecting Portsmouth from potential French invasion.
The structure represents Victorian military engineering principles with its pentagonal design, deep ditches, and specialized casemates for housing artillery pieces.
The fort holds Grade II listed status and scheduled monument protection, requiring special permits for any modifications or restoration work on the premises.
During the Cold War, sections of Fort Fareham served as an Emergency Centre for local authorities and supported anti-aircraft operations.
Location: Fareham
Inception: 1861
GPS coordinates: 50.84080,-1.18865
Latest update: March 7, 2025 19:30
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