Shoreham Fort – an illustrated talk by Gary Baines

Shoreham Fort, completed in 1857 to protect against a feared invasion by the French Emperor Napoleon III, is a prototype for all the Palmerston Forts, including Fort Nelson in Portsmouth. The fort is the last of its kind and is a Scheduled Ancient Monument. It has a unique and diverse history, not only as part of the country’s defences from the 19th century up to both world wars but it was also used as a very early film studio in 1913. This talk by Gary Baines, chairman and founder of the Friends of Shoreham Fort, will update us on the fort’s history and its ongoing restoration. 

Visitors £3, payable at the door. Rustington Heritage Association members free. All admissions subject to availability of seats on arrival.