Forts · South East England
Bembridge Fort
In or near St Helens.
Bembridge Fort — fort in england south east.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Brading · 1.7 km
About
Bembridge Fort is a fort located in england south east. A British historic fort or fortification recorded in OpenStreetMap.
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Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Isle Of Wight
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Bembridge Fort is a coastal fort located in South-East England. Constructed in the 19th century, it was part of a series of defences intended to protect against potential naval attacks. The fort showcases military architecture and strategic positioning, offering insights into Britain's coastal defence history. Visitors can explore the site and appreciate its historical significance.
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- Coordinates
- 50.6710, -1.1181
- District
- Isle of Wight
- Parish
- Bembridge
- Postcode
- PO36 8QY
- Parliamentary constituency
- Isle of Wight East
- Established
- 1867
- Nearest railway station
- Brading — 1.7 km
Sources
Other places nearby
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The Earl Of Yarborough's Monument
Memorials & monuments · 1.0 km
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Gander Down
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Yaverland Battery
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Yaverland Battery
Archaeological sites · 1.2 km
Culver Millenium Beacon
Natural landmarks · 1.3 km
Culver Down Battery
Natural landmarks · 1.3 km
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Yaverland Manor
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The Earl Of Yarborough's Monument
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Where to eat & stay near Bembridge Fort
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Places to eat & drink
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Pencil Cottage
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Bembridge Fort?
- Bembridge Fort is in South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode PO36 8QY), in the parish of Bembridge.
- What is Bembridge Fort?
- Bembridge Fort — fort in england south east.
- How do I get to Bembridge Fort?
- The nearest railway station is Brading, about 1.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode PO36 8QY.
- When was Bembridge Fort built?
- Built or established in 1867.
- Is Bembridge Fort a protected site?
- Yes — Bembridge Fort is part of the Isle Of Wight National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to Bembridge Fort?
- The nearest railway station is Brading, about 1.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode PO36 8QY.