Martello Tower number 8, Folkestone © Oast House Archive

TR1935 : Martello Tower number 8, Folkestone

taken 11 years ago, near to Sandgate, Kent, Great Britain

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Martello Tower number 8, Folkestone

Converted to a dwelling. A roof has been added to the top to create additional accommodation.

Martello Towers

Martello Towers, or 'Martellos', were small defensive forts first built in 1805 in South East England during the Napoleonic War. They were also built on the East Coast of England and around Ireland, as well as three in Scotland.

On the flat parapet roof was mounted a cannon. The round shape of the building allowed it to rotate 360°, able to defend all directions. The entrance to the tower was raised above ground level to stop easy access by the enemy. Read more Link

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Grid Square: TR1935, 99 images (more nearby )
Photographer: Oast House Archive (find more nearby)
Date Taken: Sunday, 11 July, 2010 (more nearby)
Submitted: Sunday, 11 July, 2010
Geographical Context: Historic sites and artefacts Defence, Military
Primary Subject of Photo: Tower
Category: Martello tower (more nearby)
Subject Location: OSGB36: TR 194 352 [100m precision]
WGS84: 51:4.4659N 1:7.8435E
Camera Location: OSGB36: TR 194 352
View Direction: South-southeast (about 157 degrees)