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Grey Point Fort, Military coastal fort in Helen's Bay, Northern Ireland.

Grey Point Fort is a coastal installation overlooking Belfast Lough equipped with two large guns mounted in concrete positions that face the entrance to the bay. The site also contains observation posts and searchlight positions that supported the strategic defense of this area.

The fort was built in 1904 and served during World War Two as the main coastal defense command center for Northern Ireland. It played a crucial role in protecting Belfast harbor from potential attacks at sea.

The museum inside displays uniforms, badges, photographs, and weapons maintained by volunteers interested in military history. Visitors can also see original radio equipment from the wartime period.

The fort is reachable via the A2 road, with the Helen's Bay Car Park about seven minutes on foot away. The Helen's Bay Train Station is within a 17-minute walk and provides an alternative to driving.

The fort preserves three original searchlight positions and an observation post that monitored ship movements through Belfast Lough during the war. These structures show how detailed the harbor surveillance system was organized.

Location: Ards and North Down

Inception: 1904

Address: Fort Road, Helens Bay BT19 1PU

Website: https://discovernorthernireland.com/things-to-do/grey-point-fort-p676461

GPS coordinates: 54.67518,-5.74184

Latest update: December 9, 2025 12:24

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