Scaur Hill Fort History

The Scaur Hill Fort was built in the 19th century on the highest hill and it is surrounded by a defensive rampart.

It includes a dry moat and underground passages that connect Ely’s Harbor to Great Sound.

The Scaur Hill Fort is spread over nine hectares (22 acres) of parkland. It encompasses a rocky shoreline for fishing, picnic areas, a public dock, and exciting trails.

The world’s smallest drawbridge, the 17th-century Somerset Bridge, lies in close vicinity to the fort.

Scaur Hill Fort Location

Scaur Hill Park Address: Sandys, Scotts Hill, Bermuda

Scaur Hill Fort Map

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Fort St. Catherine is located north of the town of St George, Bermuda.

Fort St. Catherine History

Built-in 1614, the fort has undergone a few major renovations, most recently between 1865 and 1878. It was built on the shores where the British vessel Sea Venture was wrecked in 1609.

This wooden fort was built in 1614 to defend Bermuda from the Spaniards.

Visitor Information

The fort’s museum contains a gallery of dioramas, which showcase Bermuda’s history, replicas of the British crown jewels, small arms exhibits, and a cooking area.

An audio-visual presentation on the forts of St. George and their defense systems can also be viewed here.

Fort St. Catherine Location

Fort St. Catherine Address: Coot Pond Road Gates Bay GE 03 Bermuda‎. Get help with directions using the map provided below:

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Camden House History

Camden House, built in the early 18th century, features a blend of West Indian architecture and Bermudian style.

Currently, the titular official residence of Bermuda’s Prime Minister (the actual residence is elsewhere), the interior contains portraits of five of Bermud’s prime ministers and a huge Waterford crystal chandelier.

Other precious items in the house include a carved Italian Renaissance chest made of walnut in 1650, an inlaid Sheraton console table, a small cedar chest, an Adam-style fireplace with a large gilt Regency mirror over the mantelpiece, cedar bookshelves, mahogany bookcases, a Regency rosewood pedestal table, a silver epergne, and watercolor paintings by famous artists.

Camden House Location

The Camden House is located in Bermuda Botanical Gardens.
Address: Paget Parish, Point Finger Road Pharmacy, 16 Point Finger Rd, DV 04, Bermuda. Get help with directions using the map provided below:

Camden House Map

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