Southsea Castle Castles
Clarence Esplanade, Portsmouth, Hants
Southsea
Hampshire
PO5 3PA
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Built in 1544, the Castle was part of a series of fortifications constructed by Henry VIII around England's coasts to protect the country from invaders.
Henry VIII ordered that Southsea Castle be built to defend Portsmouth and it harbour. Since then the Castle has been guarding the city for over 400 years.
Opening Times
Open Daily:
April-September 10am-5.30pm
Last ticket sold 30 minutes before closing time.
Museum shop closes 15 minutes before closing time.
Attraction Details
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AddressClarence Esplanade, Portsmouth, Hants, Southsea, Hampshire, PO5 3PA
Opening times10-5.30
Entry costs
Attraction typeCastles
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