Fort Gilkicker 



Solent Landmarks  Gilkicker Fort   History Facts and Dits  

Sources of Information 


Visiting the Landmark 
The fort is not open to the public and is fenced and patrolled by a security company.  
However, the Solent way runs along its approach road and across around the seaward side of the castle. The exterior of the castle is easily viewable from a public right of way and the area is popular for walkers.  

 

  Fort Gilkicker roof with lookout
 
 
Publications  
The following publications have been used in researching this website  
    The Portsmouth papers 
    The Western defences of Portsmouth Harbour 1400-1800 

    'Palmerston Folly' The Portsdown and Spithead Forts

Related TeamManley webpages   
Web Links(external)  

 
  • Palmerston Forts Society: A site that must be visited for those interested in Victorian fortifications.
  • Fort Gilkicker An excellent web site dedicated to the fort. Pictures,facts,plans and news. Visit it if you want to know more about Gilkicker
 
 
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