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Calshot Castle
Heritage Open Day: Located at the end of Calshot Spit, Calshot Castle was constructed as one of Henry VIII's coastal defences, protecting the entrance to Southampton Water. In 1913, Calshot became one of the first seaplane bases of the Royal Navy and the castle was modified to accommodate searchlights, roof-mounted guns and shell storage.
Now, Calshot Castle features a basement, 1st floor barracks room, 2nd floor gun room and roof with fantastic views across The Solent. In addition, the
Fri 9 Sep:1030 - 1630. Sat 10 Sep:1030 - 1630. Free Entry.
Calshot Spit, Calshot, Fawley, Southampton, Hampshire SO45 1BR
Fri 9 Sep 2016 and Sat 10 Sep 2016
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