Martello Tower No. 64, Eastbourne - Eastbourne

Martello tower, 1806. On the beach with a housing development nearby. The preservation of archaeological and historical significance will be the main consideration in assessing the suitability of proposals to convert Martello towers for residential use. Historic England is working with the owner to find a sustainable conservation solution for the Martello.

Site Details

    Designated Site Name:
    Martello tower no 64 at the Crumbles, 1.3km north east of Langney Point
    Heritage Category:
    Scheduled Monument
    List Entry Number:
    1017355
    Local Planning Authority:
    Eastbourne
    Site Type:
    Defence > Coastal defence site

Location

    Building Name:
    Martello Tower No. 64
    Locality:
    Eastbourne
    County:
    East Sussex
    District / Borough:
    Eastbourne
    Parliamentary Constituency:
    Eastbourne
    Region:
    London and South East

Assessment Information

    Assessment Type:
    Building or structure
    Condition:
    Poor
    Occupancy / Use:
    Vacant/not in use
    Priority:
    C - Slow decay; no solution agreed
    Previous Priority:
    C
    Ownership:
    Commercial company
    Designation:
    Scheduled Monument and Listed Building grade II
    List Entry Number(s):
    1017355 and 1043661

Contact Details

Rebecca Lambert 0207 973 3630