Knockalla
Fort
Knockalla Fort (Elevation 28 metres 92 feet) was built in 1810
by the British as a defence against possible French invasion of
Ireland.
The fort was one of six built on Lough Swilly and acted as the
main headquarters.
It consists of a Martello tower with walls 11 foot thick and
faced with sandstone to minimise the effects of shrapnel on the men
below during attack. Inside the fort there are two wells; one is
located at the foot of the tower and the second, if the siege took
a turn for the worst, inside the tower itself.
The fort and surrounding grounds were sold in the 2000’s
for 740,000 euro and is now a private residence.
The fort is on private
ground with no access to the public.
THE CACHE:
The cache is a decon container with room for small swaps.
Please bring your own pen and replace cache carefully to avoid it
being found again.
Great views over the Lough Swilly and Fort Dunree on the
other side.
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