Scheduled MonumentsEnglandFort Southwick See also HAMPSHIRE 500

Fort Southwick See also HAMPSHIRE 500

England
List entry 1001808
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Fort Southwick is a Second World War defensive installation located near Portsmouth in Hampshire. The fort was constructed as part of Britain's coastal defence preparations during the early 1940s and served as a military facility throughout the war period. It represents the type of reinforced concrete fortification built to protect against potential German invasion and bombing raids on the strategically important Portsmouth naval base and surrounding area.

Fort Southwick See also HAMPSHIRE 500 is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1001808. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Fort Southwick See also HAMPSHIRE 500?

Fort Southwick is a Second World War defensive installation located near Portsmouth in Hampshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1001808.

Who is responsible for protecting Fort Southwick See also HAMPSHIRE 500?

Fort Southwick See also HAMPSHIRE 500 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 1001808.

What other scheduled monuments are near Fort Southwick See also HAMPSHIRE 500?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Portsmouth Garrison church (7.7 km), Long Curtain, King's Bastion and Spur Redoubt (7.8 km), Gunboat Traverser System (8 km).

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