Calshot Castle, Hampshire
Calshot Castle is one of Henry VIII's device forts, built on Calshot Spit at the Solent to guard the entrance to Southampton Water. It was built as part of Henry's chain of defences to defend England's coast from foreign invasion especially during the turbulent times after his break from the Roman Catholic Church.
It was built as a circular blockhouse with a three storey central keep in 1540 using stone from Beaulieu Abbey. The outer walls were lowered in 1774 and the gatehouse was rebuilt in order to provide more living space. The south east battery was added in 1895 but has since been demolished. The castle was in use until 1956, most recently as a Navy and RAF base.
Opening Times
April to September
Open daily:
10:30 - 16:30
Closes for lunch 13:00-13:30. Last entry 16:00
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Ticket Prices
Adults: £3.00
Children: £2.10
Concessions: £2.10
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Disabled Facilities
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