Upper gun deck, Pendennis Castle, Cornwall

The reconstructed upper gun deck complete with cannon and powder kegs. Construction on the castle began in 1540 as part of Henry VIII's defence of the south coast against the threat of invasion. This site is now in the care of English Heritage (2010). Find out more. Take advantage of our free entry for Learning Groups.

Location

Cornwall Falmouth

Period

Tudor (1485 - 1602)

Tags

castle attack defence gun henry viii invasion tudor (1485 - 1602) english heritage