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Harwich Redoubt, Harwich

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Harwich Redoubt is a circular fort built in 1808 to defend the port of Harwich, Essex from Napoleonic invasion. The Harwich Society opens it to the public.
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  • By LondonRivers
    Great museum with fantastic views of the sea and land all around. Staff very knowledgeable and friendly. COVID safe and taken seriously.  more »
  • By 771damianw
    It was great to walk through all parts of the building looking at the exhibitions and talking to the volunteers who run it. The views out to sea and over the town were great. It's a bit of a hidden...  more »
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