NEW TAVERN FORT

New Tavern Fort was built at Gravesend in 1780 on the opposite bank of the Thames to Tilbury Fort to guard the approach to London.

The foundations of Gravesend Blockhouse, built in 1540's can be seen in the grounds of the Clarendon Royal Hotel nearby.

New Tavern Fort is open April - September.


Photo Palmerston Forts Society
Directions
On the eastern side of Gravesend by the river.