Southsea Castle

Access unclearno public right of way confirmed — check locally before setting out

Substantial ruinsruined, but plenty survives above ground

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Southsea Castle is a castle in Hampshire. It is one of 14 castles the Albion Guide maps in the county. Fort Blockhouse and Fort Brockhurst are among the castles within 6.1 km. The nearest railway station is Southsea Hoverport, 1.1 km to the north-west.

More at the National Heritage List entry

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