Tregantle Fort
Tregantle Fort in south east Cornwall is one of several forts surrounding Plymouth that were built as a result of a decision in Lord Palmerston's premiership to deter the French from attacking naval bases on the Channel coast.
| Tregantle Fort | |
|---|---|
Rear view of the Fort, showing windows of accommodation casemates | |
Tregantle Fort | |
| Coordinates | 50.357071°N 4.270042°W |
| Site information | |
| Owner | Ministry of Defence |
| Open to the public | No |
| Condition | Complete |
| Site history | |
| Built | 1859-1865 |
| In use | Training base Rifle range |
| Materials | Earth Masonry |
| Official name | Tregantle Fort |
| Designated | 19 January 1968 |
| Reference no. | 1004346 |
Listed Building – Grade II | |
| Official name | Tregantle Fort |
| Designated | 26 January 1987 |
| Reference no. | 1159255 |
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