Scheduled MonumentsEnglandLong Curtain, King's Bastion and Spur Redoubt

Long Curtain, King's Bastion and Spur Redoubt

England
List entry 1008754
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Long Curtain, King's Bastion and Spur Redoubt is a Napoleonic War defensive structure located in Hampshire. The monument comprises part of the extensive chain of coastal fortifications constructed along the south coast of England during the early nineteenth century in response to the threat of French invasion under Napoleon. The site represents the military engineering and strategic planning of the period, incorporating earthwork defences characteristic of Napoleonic-era fortification design. These structures form part of the broader system of palmerston forts and coastal defences that remain significant archaeological evidence of early nineteenth-century British military preparedness.

Long Curtain, King's Bastion and Spur Redoubt is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008754. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Long Curtain, King's Bastion and Spur Redoubt?

Long Curtain, King's Bastion and Spur Redoubt is a Napoleonic War defensive structure located in Hampshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008754.

Who is responsible for protecting Long Curtain, King's Bastion and Spur Redoubt?

Long Curtain, King's Bastion and Spur Redoubt 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 1008754.

What other scheduled monuments are near Long Curtain, King's Bastion and Spur Redoubt?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Southsea Castle (1.5 km), Gunboat Traverser System (1.6 km), Spitbank Fort (2 km).

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