LITTLEHAMPTON FORT

It was built in 1854 at the western edge of Littlehampton harbour as part of the south coast defences to protect the entrance to the River Arun. It was in use until 1873 but became very overgrown and in poor condition. In 2004 the site was rstored. For further information visit Gary Baines Shoreham Fort site which has a number of photos of Littlehampton.

An earlier 7 gun battery was built on the East bank in the 1750's, with guns both facing up the river and out to sea. The remains are now in the Harbour Park Amusement Park and are being used for a crazy golf course.

Photo Gary Baines