Fort Hoo, Military fort in Hoo St Werburgh, England
Fort Hoo stands on the north bank of the River Medway, featuring defensive structures designed to protect against naval attacks from potential invaders.
The British military constructed Fort Hoo in 1861 as part of a defense network to safeguard the Chatham Dockyard and River Medway waterways.
The fortification represents British military engineering of the 19th century and maintains its status as a scheduled monument under national heritage protection.
Visitors reach the fort through designated walking paths along the Saxon Shore Way, which connects to multiple points across the Medway region.
The fort combines its original military architecture with strategic positioning at coordinates 51.403333, 0.581389, overlooking the Medway estuary waters.
Location: Hoo St Werburgh
Inception: 1861
GPS coordinates: 51.40333,0.58139
Latest update: March 6, 2025 20:56
PS Medway Queen
1.1 km
Royal Engineers Museum
3.3 km
Fort Darnet
1.1 km
Drill Hall Library
2.9 km
Cockham Wood Fort
2.3 km
Our Lady of Gillingham Church
2.4 km
St. George's Chapel, Chatham
3.4 km
Church of St Werburgh, Hoo
2 km
Holy Trinity Church
3.3 km
Church of St Mary Magdalen
2 km
Chapel House
3 km
Twydall Library
3.1 km
Gillingham War Memorial
3.1 km
The Ship Public House
1.6 km
Swimming Pool
2.8 km
Main Gate, Lodge And Walls To Former Hms Pembroke
3.3 km
Type 24 Second World War pillbox south of Abbots Court Cottages, Hoo St Werburgh
1.9 km
Former Captains House Hms Pembroke
3.2 km
Walls And Gate Piers Enclosing Front Drive And West Garden, Former Captains House
3.2 km
Former Chapel At Hms Pembroke
3.3 km
Former Grenville Barrack
2.9 km
Former Nelson Barrack
3 km
Gymnasium
2.8 km
Combined Ship Trade Office Pp69 To Rear Of Number 8 Machine Shop
3.1 km
The Old House
3.1 km
Type 28 Wwii Pillbox On Seawall Of River Medway At Tq7924471695
1.4 km
Number 8 Machine Shop
3.1 km
Boilershop
3.3 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