Sandown Bay Defences

Schedule

Wed May 13 2026 at 07:00 pm to 08:30 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

Carisbrooke Castle Museum | Newport, EN

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Explore Culver Down’s hidden military past, from clifftop forts to forgotten defences in Sandown Bay.
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Carisbrooke Castle Museum Supporters Talk


Sandown Bay Defences

Join us as Steve and Jo will lead you through the fascinating history of the Sandown Bay defences, revealing hidden stories and long-forgotten features of Culver Down’s military past. From the strategic position of the clifftop forts to the legacy of the barracks and batteries, the talk will provide fresh insight into the vital role this area played in coastal defence.

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Carisbrooke Castle Museum, Castle Hill, Newport, United Kingdom

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