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Monument MPM389 - Landport Ravelin

Summary

Site of the Landport Ravelin. Part of the former line of fortifications that protected the town of Portsmouth. The town defences were demolished during the 1860s/1870s.

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Full Description

Site of Landport Ravelin, former outwork to the North of Landport Gate. Part of the former line of fortifications that protected the town of Portsmouth. The town defences were demolished during the 1860s/1870s. The site of the Ravelin is now part of the United Services Sports Ground.


Patterson, B.H., 1987, A Military Heritage A History of Portsmouth & Portsea Town Fortifications (Bibliographic reference). SPM43.

Sources/Archives (1)

  • --- SPM43 Bibliographic reference: Patterson, B.H.. 1987. A Military Heritage A History of Portsmouth & Portsea Town Fortifications.

Protected Status/Designation

  • None recorded

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  • None recorded

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Location

Grid reference SZ 635 997 (point)
Unitary Authority Portsmouth City

Record last edited

Jul 1 2026 11:51AM