Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHull Castle, South Blockhouse and part of late 17th century Hull Citadel Fort at Garrison Side

Hull Castle, South Blockhouse and part of late 17th century Hull Citadel Fort at Garrison Side

England
List entry 1020426
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Hull Castle, South Blockhouse and part of late 17th century Hull Citadel Fort at Garrison Side is a scheduled ancient monument comprising defensive structures erected during the late seventeenth century as part of Hull's military fortification programme. The site includes a blockhouse and sections of the citadel fort, representing the engineering approaches to coastal and urban defence adopted in the post-Restoration period. These structures reflect the strategic importance of Hull as a port and garrison town during a period of significant military development in northern England. The remains are situated at Garrison Side, preserving elements of the fortified perimeter that once protected the town's commercial and strategic interests.

Hull Castle, South Blockhouse and part of late 17th century Hull Citadel Fort at Garrison Side is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020426. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Hull Castle, South Blockhouse and part of late 17th century Hull Citadel Fort at Garrison Side?

Hull Castle, South Blockhouse and part of late 17th century Hull Citadel Fort at Garrison Side is a scheduled ancient monument comprising defensive structures erected during the late seventeenth century as part of Hull's military fortification programme. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020426.

Who is responsible for protecting Hull Castle, South Blockhouse and part of late 17th century Hull Citadel Fort at Garrison Side?

Hull Castle, South Blockhouse and part of late 17th century Hull Citadel Fort at Garrison Side 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 1020426.

What other scheduled monuments are near Hull Castle, South Blockhouse and part of late 17th century Hull Citadel Fort at Garrison Side?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Beverley Gate and adjacent archaeological remains forming part of Hull's medieval and post-medieval defences (0.8 km), Swine Castle Hill (6.2 km), Round barrow 300m south of Castle Hill Farm (6.3 km).

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