Monument record TR 34 SW 2586 - Saluting Platform, Dover Castle

Summary

The Saluting platform, which is positioned above the Long Gun Magazine , towards the southern end of the Castle complex with a commanding view of the harbour, was constructed in the early 20th century. It consists of a relatively flat grassy area, with some features including a 19th-century brick chimney, which originates from the generator room of the Long Gun Magazine situated directly below. (location accurate to the nearest 1m based on available information)

Location

Grid reference Centred TR 3261 4167 (64m by 51m)
Map sheet TR34SW
County KENT
District DOVER, KENT
Civil Parish DOVER, DOVER, KENT

Map

Type and Period (1)

Full Description

<1> English Heritage, 2014, Dover Castle Conservation Management Plan Volume 2 Gazetteer (Unpublished document). SKE52105.

<2> Johnathan Coad, 1995, English Heritage Book of Dover Castle and the Defences of Dover (Monograph). SKE52106.

Sources/Archives (2)

  • <1>XY Unpublished document: English Heritage. 2014. Dover Castle Conservation Management Plan Volume 2 Gazetteer. [Mapped feature: #102627 Platform, ]
  • <2> Monograph: Johnathan Coad. 1995. English Heritage Book of Dover Castle and the Defences of Dover.

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Protected Status/Designation

  • None recorded

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Record last edited

Jul 3 2019 11:51AM