Sandgate Castle, 16th century coastal fort in Sandgate, England.
The castle consists of a central stone keep with three towers connected by curtain walls, positioned along the English Channel coastline.
King Henry VIII ordered the construction of Sandgate Castle in 1539 as part of his defensive strategy against potential French and Spanish invasions.
The fortress represents Tudor military engineering and includes detailed construction records preserved in the British Library for academic research.
While the castle exterior remains visible from the street, the structure functions as a private residence and does not offer interior access.
The castle contains 142 firing points arranged in four tiers, demonstrating advanced artillery capabilities for the 16th century period.
Location: Sandgate
Inception: 1539
Made from material: Caen stone
GPS coordinates: 51.07344,1.14889
Latest update: March 11, 2025 12:22
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