Fort Glamorgan
In 1848 Fort Glamorgan was established on the Buffalo River, to house troops
and to guard the start of the supply line to King William's Town. The fort was
named after Lord Charles Someset's father, the Earl of Glamorgan. Somerset was
the governor of the Cape Colony. Fort Glamorgan was proclaimed a national
monument in 1938. Fort Glamorgan is located within the grounds of the Glamorgan
Prison, and is in a decent condition, as the old buildings are maintained by the
Department of Correctional Services.
The original fort consisted of a loop-holed wall, which encompassed the
soldier's barracks, forage stores and stables, a hospital and cookhouses. The
original powder magazine was located outside of the fort's perimeter. The
British realized that this was a mistake, and a new magazine was built inside
the grounds in 1856. The powder magazine was constructed of Dolerite blocks, and
features an arched roof, surrounded by a high wall and adjoining guard house.
The powder magazine is the only reaming building at the fort, and is situated
about 500m from the main gate of the prison, and is only accessible through the
main prison gates, so you will need to request permission to enter before
visiting. Permission to visit Fort Glamorgan must first be obtained from the
Area manager of the Department of Correctional Services. For further information
send a fax to (043) 7311512 .
Accommodation Near Fort Glamorgan
See More Guest House
Bed & Breakfast Accommodation in Bunkers Hill
4.5km from Fort GlamorganSet in a tropical garden in the heart of Bunkers Hill, See More Guest House is centrally located, with views of the valley and Ocean. Guests can enjoy country living, while being just a stone's throw away from East London's premier ... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Day's End Guesthouse
Bed & Breakfast Accommodation in East London
6.1km from Fort GlamorganWe offer secure, off street parking, six elegantly appointed rooms each with en-suite bathrooms & air conditioning. Each of our 6 rooms is equipped with a plasma screen, DSTV and a tea/coffee tray for your convenience …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Cintsa View
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Cintsa (Chintsa)
29.6km from Fort GlamorganThis Luxury Double Story Guest House is located 500m from the beach in beautiful Cintsa East on the Wild Coast of South Africa. It's elegantly decorated and fully equipped for all your needs. Wake up to the sounds of the Ocean and enjoy spectacular views …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Chintsa East Beach House
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Cintsa (Chintsa)
29.7km from Fort GlamorganThis privately owned seaside Beach House offers you a self-catering holiday. 5 bedrooms in all - 2 en-suites plus 2 bathrooms (4 bathrooms in all), large open plan kitchen, 2 lounges …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Cintsa On The Beach
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Cintsa (Chintsa)
29.7km from Fort GlamorganThe Beach house is situated on the river with magnificent uninterrupted views of the ocean, river and beach. One of the best sites Cintsa East has to offer. The house is with-in one minute walk to the ocean... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
