Coalhouse Fort was built between the years 1861 and 1874 partly under the direction of General Gordon (of Khartoum) and was one of a number built to fortify the Thames estuary. It was intended to counter the threat of French seaborne invasion as recommended by a Royal Commission instigated by the Prime Minister of the time, Lord Palmerston.
The Fort stands within a parkland setting and has a number of World War II gunnery posts still in situ. The Park is located immediately adjacent to the River Thames and offers a unique combination of Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) saltmarsh and grassland habitat, historic features, parkland, play provision and wildlife, Coalhouse Fort Park is one of Thurrock's most varied and interesting open spaces.
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