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Martello tower no. 9, Sandgate is a circular defensive tower built during the Napoleonic Wars as part of the extensive chain of fortifications constructed along the Kent coast to guard against potential French invasion. The tower, typical of the Martello tower design, features a robust circular or polygonal form with thick masonry walls and was equipped with cannon positions to command the seafront and approaches to Folkestone. Dating to the early nineteenth century, it represents a significant example of Regency-era military engineering and coastal defence strategy. The tower forms part of the Sandgate Martello tower series, which collectively illustrate the scale of Britain's defensive preparations during the Napoleonic period.
Martello tower no 9, Sandgate, Folkestone is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017226. View the official record →
Martello tower no. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017226.
Martello tower no 9, Sandgate, Folkestone 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 1017226.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Royal Military Canal, Shorncliffe Battery wall (0.2 km), Royal Military Canal, Seabrook Lodge Bridge to Seabrook Sluice (0.6 km), Royal Military Canal, Twiss Road Bridge to Seabrook Lodge Bridge (1.8 km).
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