Martello Tower No. 4, The Leas, Folkestone - Folkestone and Hythe
A good example of a Martello tower but now derelict and situated in the grounds of a private house. Tower is used in part for an art installation but a long term sustainable use is not agreed and repair of fabric and removal of obscuring vegetation is necessary.
Site Details
- Designated Site Name:
- Martello tower no 4, Cliff Road, Folkestone
- Heritage Category:
- Scheduled Monument
- List Entry Number:
- 1019148
- Local Planning Authority:
- Folkestone and Hythe
- Site Type:
- Defence > Coastal defence site
Location
- Building Name:
- Martello Tower No. 4
- Street Name:
- The Leas
- County:
- Kent
- District / Borough:
- Folkestone and Hythe
- Parish:
- Folkestone
- Parliamentary Constituency:
- Folkestone and Hythe
- Region:
- London and South East
Assessment Information
- Assessment Type:
- Building or structure
- Condition:
- Very bad
- Occupancy / Use:
- Vacant/not in use
- Priority:
- C - Slow decay; no solution agreed
- Previous Priority:
- C
- Ownership:
- Private
Contact Details
Rebecca Lambert 0207 973 3630
