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Monument Number 459504

Hob Uid: 459504
Location :
Isle of Wight
Freshwater
Grid Ref : SZ3400089800
Summary : A small, narrow-gauge railway within Fort Victoria. This narrow gauge system was laid in the 1850's. It ran within Fort Victoria, with a branch serving the pier. It was used to transport supplies into the fort, and to convey shells to the gun emplacements. A small section of track is still visible within the fort.
More information : This narrow gauge system was laid in the 1850's. It ran within Fort Victoria, with a branch serving the pier. It was used to transport supplies into the fort, and to convey shells to the gun emplacements. A small section of track is still visible within the fort. (1)

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Monument Types:
Monument Period Name : Post Medieval
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Monument Start Date : 1850
Monument Type : Railway
Evidence : Structure

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External Cross Reference Source : National Monuments Record Number
External Cross Reference Number : SZ 38 NW 55
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