DYMCHURCH MARTELLO TOWER
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Between 1805 and 1812, faced with the threat of invasion by Napoleon, the British government built a chain of ‘Martello towers ’ – small defensive forts – around the south and east coasts of England. Dymchurch Martello Tower on the Kent coast is one of these ingeniously designed artillery towers, where th e garrison lived on the firs t floo r above the ammunition and storerooms. It has been restored to its original desig n an d re-equipped with its cannon. BEFORE YOU GO Access: You can reach the entrance of the tower from Dymchurch High Street. View details. Opening Times: The exterior is available to view any reasonable time during daylight hours. The interior is available to view by appointment only . Please call 0130 421 1067. View details. Parking: There is a charged car park, less than five minutes from th e site, not managed by English Heritage. Dogs: Assistance dogs only. PLAN A GREAT DAY OUT Why not make a day of exploring coastal fortifications? Nearby Camber Castle is situated in the Rye Harbour Nature Reserve. The spectacular stronghold of Dover Castl OPENING TIMES 30 APRIL 2017 - 24 MARCH 2018 Interior viewing by appointment only - please call 01304 211067. | |||||||||||||||||||||||