Scheduled MonumentsEnglandFort Halstead

Fort Halstead

England
List entry 1004214
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Fort Halstead is a World War II anti-aircraft defence installation located near Sevenoaks in Kent. The fort was constructed during the early 1940s as part of Britain's air defence network against German aerial attack, featuring concrete gun emplacements and associated defensive structures typical of the period. It represents an important example of the extensive fortification programme undertaken across south-east England during the Second World War to protect industrial and populated areas from bombing raids.

Fort Halstead is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004214. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Fort Halstead?

Fort Halstead is a World War II anti-aircraft defence installation located near Sevenoaks in Kent. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004214.

Who is responsible for protecting Fort Halstead?

Fort Halstead is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1004214.

What other scheduled monuments are near Fort Halstead?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Medieval moated site, Filston Hall (2.3 km), Remains of medieval church and churchyard at Halstead Place (2.8 km), Otford Palace (3.2 km).

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