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Building MPM701 - HMS NELSON: FORMER BARRACKS (BUILDING NUMBER 14)

Summary

Army barracks built 1847-48. Naval barracks from 1899 onwards.

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Full Description

Army barracks, now naval barracks. Built 1847-48, altered mid-20th century. Originally part of the army's Anglesea Barracks, incorporated into the first naval barracks HMS Victory in 1899 (now called HMS Nelson). An interesting example of a large mid-19th century barracks, and one of the few that remain from immediately before the Crimean War.


Historic England, The National Heritage List for England (Index). SPM35.

Sources/Archives (1)

  • --- SPM35 Index: Historic England. The National Heritage List for England.

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Location

Grid reference SU 635 005 (point)
Unitary Authority Portsmouth City

Record last edited

Jul 1 2026 11:51AM