Crownhill Fort
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This early Victorian Fort, operated by the Landmark Trust, is well worth making an effort to visit. They have open days throughout the year, but it is not open on a daily basis. They have live firing of cannons and rifles (all using blanks of course). There are tunnels and rooms aplenty, and two barrack rooms are presented in the 1890's and 1940's style. There are toilets but no catering facilities as such. They even have volunteers who dress up in Victorian clothing. UPDATE: Since posting this, CF now have catering. These are usually outside suppliers who operate from purpose built vans.
Steve CoatesSteve Coates
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Our second time here at the fort, being an ex RE I found the history behind it and the construction of it explained how it actually worked. The collection of arty pieces was fascinating too, Moncrieffs disappearing gun, a unique in the world, example of excellence in design to solve a real problem. The fort is in great condition overall with subterranean tunnels leading to gun emplacements best accessed in the evenings when you have the entire place to yourself. The accommodation is old world Victorian/Edwardian style with a superb kitchen with everything you could possibly need.
Paul W531Paul W531
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Closed to the public when I visited unfortunately. Looked really intriguing and would’ve liked seeing inside but apparently the residents have closed it until March 2024. There was a footpath around the outside but it was quite treacherous - slippery after rain and occasionally going right up to the edge of the moat(?) around the fort which is at least a 15 foot drop. There is a fence around the fort but no guardrail by the moat(?).
ArthurArthur
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A truelly amazing experience. A great example of a Victorian fort. Amazing tunnels to explore with history to take you back to a bygone Era. We stayed for 3 nights and had the entire place to ourselves. Go to the landmark trust website for more info.
Ramon SherriffRamon Sherriff
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Address
Crownhill Fort Rd, Plymouth PL6 5BX, United Kingdom
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Phone
+44 1752 793754
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Website
landmarktrust.org.uk
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4.5
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cultural
outdoor
family friendly
Description
Crownhill Fort is a Royal Commission Fort built in the 1860s in Crownhill as part of Lord Palmerston's ring of land defences for Plymouth. Restored by the Landmark Trust, it is now home to several small businesses, museums, exhibitions and a holiday apartment sleeping up to eight people.
attractions: Clip 'n Climb Plymouth, restaurants: The Jack Rabbit, Nibana, KFC Plymouth - Crown Hill Retail Park, Koh Thai Noodle, Fishbone Restaurant, Tim Hortons, Warrens Bakery, Pizza Hut Plymouth North, Costa Coffee, Subway
