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Late 19th-early 20th century Steval Battery on The Garrison, St Mary's

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Plan your visit

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Free entryDogs welcome1 ha

Visiting this summer

Seasonal nature notes and what to look for now

  • 🐦89+ species recorded in this area — summer evenings are best for activity; watch for House Sparrow and Starling
  • Historic character is a year-round quality here — summer brings its own atmosphere to the setting
  • Camping available here — summer nights at this site are worth planning around

Best for

6 activities

Bird watching

Very strong match

Free

Birds — House Sparrow, Starling, Herring Gull +86 more · last seen 2025; Lowland heathland — Dartford warblers, nightjars and stonechats

Ancient woodland

Strong match

Free

Ancient woodland — continuous woodland since before 1600

Wildlife

Strong match

Free

Birds — House Sparrow, Starling, Herring Gull +86 more · last seen 2025; Lowland heathland priority habitat

Insect spotting

Strong match

Free

Lowland heathland — silver-studded blue and heath fritillary butterflies; Insects — Non-biting midges, Gorse Shieldbug, Mosquito +3 more · last seen 2025

Heritage

Strong match

Free

Historic site

Historic gardens

Moderate match

Varies

Historic site

Wildlife to spot

Photos

15 photos from nearby open sources

Track leading to 'The Garrison' on St Mary's

Track leading to 'The Garrison' on St Mary's

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Facilities

Campsite

147m away

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Playground

2 · 238m away

Free entry🐶 Dogs

Good to know

  • £Free to visit — no entry charge
  • 🐕Dogs welcome

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