Plymouth Royal Citadel: A dramatic 17th-century fortress built to defend the coastline from the Dutch and still in use by the military today. It has been regularly strengthened over the years, particularly during the 1750s when it was equipped with 113 guns, and is still in use today by the military.
Open by guided tour only, May-Sep: 2.30pm Tue only.
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