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Martello Tower No. 24 in Dymchurch High Street was one of 74 towers built along the south coast between 1805 and 1812 to resist the threatened French invasion.
Of the 74 Martello Towers built on the Kent and Sussex coast, Martello24 is considered to be the best surviving example, being closest to its original condition and it can be seen as it was when occupied by the military in 1806.
The tower has been restored to its original design and layout with almost all of the original tower still in place.
The tower contains almost all of the features of the original design including brickwork, front and parapet doors, window openings, fireplaces, ventilation shafts, the original 24 pounder muzzle-loading cannon on the gun platform, parapet shot lockers, hauling rings, replica gunpowder barrels, and replica 'Brown Bess' muskets.
Martello Tower No.24
Support the Friends of Martello24
Whilst English Heritage own Martello Tower No.24 and are therefore responsible for its upkeep and maintenance, the Friends of Martello24 (FoM24) has expenditure in managing the openings of the tower to the public. These include insurances, marketing, xxxx. Entry to the tower is free but as a charity, the FoM24 are dependent on donations and the sale of souvenirs to fund this expenditure.
Donations
The FoM24 are always appreciative of donations. If you would like to make a donation, this can be done online by clicking
Souvenirs
The FoM24 has produced two postcards, two greeting cards and an illustrated leaflet about the tower, which are available for purchase online and/or in Dymchurch and/o at the tower.
Postcards
60p each
Romney Marsh
Fleur De Lis By Michelle
Royal Oak
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