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	Newhaven, East Sussex - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
		Newhaven is a town in the county of East Sussex in England.
		The town is home to a small marina and a fairly large industrial harbour at the mouth of the River Ouse, Sussex and is defended by Newhaven Fort, built into the cliffs.
		Newhaven used to be named Meeching until the 16th Century when a great storm diverted the course of the Sussex Ouse so forming a NewHaven.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Newhaven,_East_Sussex (201 words)

	Newhaven Fort
		His lasting legacy at the fort was the unique design of the entrance drawbridge, which allowed the archway to be completely covered by the roadway section when the bridge was raised.
		Although fully manned, Newhaven Fort was at low risk of invasion, and day-to-day life remained uneventful.
		In 1967 plans were put in place to convert the fort into a holiday village but this venture eventually failed and Newhaven Fort was left to the mercy of the elements and local vandals.
	www.theheritagetrail.co.uk /military/newhaven_fort.htm (570 words)

	Forts of the British Empire
		Fort Nelson is a large masonry fort near Portsmouth, England built in the 1860's.
		The Palmerston Forts Society is a British organization dedicated to exploring and preserving historic British forts of the late 1800's.
		Fort Henry in Kingston, Ontario guards the entrance to the Saint Lawrence Seaway.
	www.geocities.com /~jmgould/ukforts.html (385 words)

	Newhaven Fort, History
		Seaford Bay and the port of Newhaven were always tempting landing places for an invader and the defensive history of the area dates back to the Bronze age when a large enclose fort was built on the cliff.
		One report suggests we actually had a lucky escape however, as it's reported that the guns at Newhaven were “unmounted and of little worth” and it was just as well the fleet kept their distance.
		The current Newhaven Fort structure was built around the 1860's and is the largest work of defence ever constructed in Sussex.
	www.newhavenfort.org.uk /history.htm (404 words)

	Newhaven Office (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
		Newhaven has a busy port, offering a regular cross-channel ferry service to Dieppe in under 2 hours.
		Newhaven stands at the mouth of the River Ouse Estuary surrounded by Downland, which is being considered for National Park status.
		Newhaven was once the home of Charles Wells, the man who famously broke the bank at Monte Carlo.
	www.lampons.com /offices/newhaven/newhaven.html (281 words)

	BBC - southerncounties Going Out
		From the bustling port of Newhaven to the grandeur of Eastbourne and the cheerful charms of Camber Sands....
		The beach is poised at the entrance to Newhaven harbour - meaning you can spot the port traffic including the cross-channel ferries and sailing boats from the many local clubs.
		This is a quiet beach but you are close to Newhaven Fort and Seaford Museum.
	www.bbc.co.uk /southerncounties/going_out/beaches/newhaven_camber.shtml (614 words)

	Newhaven to Dieppe Ferry Crossing Tickets from FerryBound.co.uk
		Newhaven is a seaside town with interest, purpose and history.
		Newhaven's Fort is one of the main attractions in the town, it was built in the 1860s to deter invaders and remained in use up to and throughout World War II.
		Newhaven is within easy reach of Brighton and London by either road or train.
	www.ferrybound.co.uk /newhaven-dieppe-ferry.htm (410 words)

	NEWHAVEN LOOKOUT (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
		NCI Newhaven Lookout is perched on the cliff top over 250 feet above sea level, it provides a panoramic view over Newhaven harbour entrance, Seaford bay and to seaward covering over 500 square miles of sea on a clear day, The height also provides very good coverage for VHF radio reception.
		The Lookout at newhaven was built in the early 1960s to replace a small Lookout inside Newhaven Fort.
		This was the start of the constant watches being kept at the Newhaven Lookout, Manned by six fulltime HM Coastguards and a dozen auxillary Coastguards who were also part of the cliff rescue team.
	ncinewhaven.mysite.wanadoo-members.co.uk /page1.html (212 words)

	Hotels in Newhaven Sussex accommodation - Newhaven hotels accommodation in Sussex UK
		From Newhaven you can explore the beautiful scenery of the South Downs, the museums, castles, historic houses and ancient monuments of the area, and the market towns and villages of the south of England.
		Fort was built in the 1860's to deter invaders.
		This charming 16th century coaching inn (privately owned) with Tudor beams and log fire has been magnificently extended to include 53 bedrooms and a leisure complex with swimming pool, sauna, steam room and gym.
	www.kayukay.co.uk /newhavenhotels.html (364 words)

	UKtouristinfo.com [the ultimate guide to the UK]
		Continued threat of invasion by Napoleon’s army led to the building of a string of coastal defences of which Newhaven Fort is a fine example.
		A Victorian coastal fortress, scheduled ancient monument, and regular target of the Luftwaffe, the fort commands superb cliff top views and is open to the public, giving visitors the opportunity to step into wartime Britain.
		The ill-fated Dieppe Raid was launched from Newhaven in 1942 when 5,000 Canadians set sail for the Normandy beaches; less than half returned.
	www.uktouristinfo.com /town2.php?county=Sussex&town=2062 (223 words)

	Newhaven, Peacehaven, Seaford & thereabouts - England, UK
		Newhaven sits on the banks of the River Ouse.
		Newhaven is probably best known as a port and regular ferry services run from Newhaven to Dieppe.
		Newhaven Fort, on the coast at Newhaven, was built in the 1860s and played a role during WWI and WWII, the fort is not longer used for military purposes and is open to visitors.
	www.thereabouts.co.uk /eastsussex/newhaven (157 words)

	GB2NFM Newhaven Fort Radio Museum (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
		April, Admiral of the Fleet, Sir Henry Leach GCB, DL opened the Radio Museum at Newhaven Fort during the afternoon.
		Following a suggestion from a Club member, Newhaven Fort was approached and permission given to hold the event on Sunday 6th October 2002.
		In March 2003, permission was given for the Club to use the Napoleonic Powder Magazine underneath one of the gun emplacements, high on the cliff at Newhaven Fort.
	www.wadarc.org.uk /gb2nfm.html (551 words)

	B&B in Newhaven Sussex accommodation - bed and breakfast around Newhaven, B&B in Sussex UK
		Accommodation in Newhaven - Sussex - BandB in Newhaven
		Dating from 1345 which makes it one of England’s oldest hostelries, the half-timbered Star Inn is in Alfriston’s centre - ideal for the South Down’s Trail, opera at Glyndebourne or the Newhaven-Dieppe ferry.
		Small, friendly family run guest house close to the Newhaven to Dieppe ferry terminal a few miles east of Brighton.
	www.kayukay.co.uk /newhavenbandb.html (246 words)

	Newhaven Local & Maritime Museum - Historical Society
		Newhaven Historical Society is open to anyone over the age of sixteen years for an annual subscription of £5.00.
		Free entry to Newhaven Local & Maritime Museum is granted to Accompanied children, Seaford Museum members, Newhaven Railway Club members, Paradise Park ticket holders (identified by coloured stickers), Searchlight residents and carers, and other disabled persons and their carers.
		Newhaven Historical Society holds meetings of general interest in the Hillcrest Centre, Hillcrest Road, Newhaven, on the first Tuesday of: February, April, June, August, October and December commencing at 7.30pm.
	mysite.wanadoo-members.co.uk /nnmuseum/HistSoc.htm (164 words)

	Newhaven East Sussex tourist information guide from TourUK
		Newhaven, A26 from Lewes, A259 east from Brighton.
		Newhaven, at the mouth of the River Ouse, ferry goes to Dieppe in France from here.
		Newhaven Lodge is Tourist Board listed and all rooms come with tea, coffee, biscuits and colour TV etc. Located a few miles east of Brighton close to the ferry terminal in Newhaven.
	www.touruk.co.uk /esussex/esuss_new.htm (220 words)

	Newhaven & Seaford Guide, Your Guide to Places to Stay in Newhaven & Seaford
		During the 1860s Newhaven Fort was built to defend the port from the hostile threat across the channel, it is now fully restored and the award-winning attraction houses a military museum, home front display, children's assault course and picnic areas.
		Newhaven is also home to the South's leading gardening and horticultural centre "Garden Paradise".
		It is difficult to imagine, as you wander through this charming town to its attractive beach that stretches for four miles to Newhaven, that it was once a thriving channel port.
	www.resort-guide.co.uk /pagedest.php3?destcode=26 (811 words)

	shoppingcity.co.uk
		Newhaven has been situated on the mouth of the River Ouse since 1570 and owes its...
		Places of Interest: Newhaven is at the heart of East Sussex, near the historic towns of Seaford, Peacehaven and Lewes.
		Newhaven has been situated on the mouth of the River Ouse since 1570 and owes...
	www.shoppingcity.co.uk /Shopping-Newhaven.php (806 words)

	Meeching Masonic Lodge in the Province of Sussex (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
		On the outbreak of World War 2, the town of Newhaven was annexed by the British Royal Navy and Homestreu Lodge and Chapter were consequently forced to leave the Temple at Fort Road and meet at Sankey's Hall in Peacehaven.
		At this time, a considerable number of enquiries were being made by friends and relatives of established Freemasons who wished to be considered for membership of Homestreu Lodge and for this reason it was decided that the time had come for an additional Lodge.
		James Baldwin of an established family from Newhaven, undertook to investigate the possibility of an additional Lodge and brought together twenty members of Lodges in the surrounding districts who were ready to become founder members of the new Lodge.
	www.meeching.freeserve.co.uk /history.htm (683 words)

	United Kingdom Reference, Directory (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
		Newhaven Fort Coastal Fortress built during the 1860's overloking Newhaven Harbour and Seaford Bay.
		The North Weald Airfield Museum Located on a former RAF station, its history is recorded in both world wars particularly in the defence of London.
		Landguard Fort Originally built at the behest of Henry the Eighth, this fort in Felixstowe is the only fort in England to have repelled a full scale invasion attempt.
	www.wacofdn.org /d2RjXzk2ODI3.aspx (919 words)

	Villa Adriana - a taste of Italy (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
		On arriving at Newhaven, follow the signs to the Newhaven Fort.
		We are located 100 yards past the entrance to the Fort on the left hand side of the road.
		Cross the swing bridge over the River Ouse in a westerly direction, then follow the signs for the Newhaven Fort as above.
	www.villa-adriana.co.uk /contact.htm (127 words)

	Newhaven Fort
		Built in the 1860s, this coastal defence fort is set in 10 acres of grounds, with plenty of underground tunnels and bunkers to explore.
		Newhaven Fort Museum, Fort Road, Newhaven, East Sussex, BN9 9DS.
		Any photographs illustrating this museum would be welcome.
	www.aeroflight.co.uk /mus/uk/n-r/newhaven-fort.htm (126 words)

	Directory of castles built in Sussex, England, UK
		Discover castle developed from a medieval bailey and motte fort that was lived in for almost 400 years by the family of the builder, William de Braose.
		Originally a Roman fort, William the Conqueror claimed the site after the Battle of Hastings in 1066 and proceeded to build a massive keep that was further protected in the 13th century.
		Designed as part of coastal defences in 1548, this is an artillery fort on a rectangular site that was also used during World War Two.
	www.uk-castles.co.uk /sussex.htm (720 words)

	Day Newhaven at Local.co.uk
		Newhaven February 2000 A Day in the Life On a cool day in February 2000 Sixth Form students set out from Tideway to explore the town and record a snapshot of life as they saw it !
		Newhaven Fort Step into wartime Britain and take a journey from Napoleon to World War II at this award winning coastal fortress.
		NEWHAVEN BREAKWATER Saturday 9th June 2001 Updated 10th June 2001 The Trip A fine sunny day with a coolish westerly breeze slightly ruffling the otherwise calm sea allowed us all to enjoy the club's first visit to this site.
	www.local.co.uk /Newhaven/Day (353 words)

	Dieppe Newhaven Crossing Car Ferry Service
		Once the railway age dawned, travellers used the route as it was the shortest journey between London and Paris.
		The port of Newhaven is located in East Sussex at the mouth of the River Ouse.
		Something to see whilst your there is Newhaven Fort, which was built to deter invaders.
	www.ferry-to-france.co.uk /newhaven_dieppe.html (360 words)

	Estate Angels - Contact Estate Agents in the UK with property for sale
		This site is about Newhaven Archery Club, East Sussex, and Archery in General.
		Newhaven Archery Club was set up originally in the late sixties, and after a break of some years...
		Portal website for the old fishing village of Newhaven situated on the banks of the Firth of Forth...
	www.estateangels.co.uk /search?q=NEWHAVEN&b=ap (309 words)

	Newhaven port information - Take the ferry from Newhaven
		Newhaven is at the heart of East Sussex, near the historic towns of Seaford, Peacehaven and Lewes.
		On the cliffs above the harbour is Newhaven Fort, now open to the public as a war museum, and in Newhaven marina there are facilities for watersports.
		For keen walkers Newhaven is also close to the South Downs.
	www.ferrybooker.com /ferry_port/newhaven.asp (350 words)

	%3C Newhaven at Local.co.uk
		Situated at the mouth of the River Ouse in East Sussex, the entrance to Newhaven's harbour lies between two piers, protected from the prevailing wind by a substantial breakwater to the west.
		Newhaven Mansion Villa, Barbados - Visit TripAdvisor for the web's best advice on the Newhaven Mansion Villa: unbiased reviews, travel articles, guidebook listings, and Barbados hotel comparisons.
		Welcome to Newhaven Newhaven has provided high quality residential care for older people in Stevenage for over 30 years.
	www.local.co.uk /Newhaven/< (447 words)

	Open Directory - Regional: Europe: United Kingdom: England: East Sussex: Newhaven (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
		Defenders of the Ouse Valley and Estuary - Campaign group opposing the proposed incinerator in Newhaven, East Sussex.
		Newhaven Archery Club - Profile and activities with information about the sport and its equipment, diary and photo gallery.
		Newhaven Chamber Of Commerce - A business networking group for businesses in the area local to Newhaven in East Sussex.
	dmoz.org /Regional/Europe/United_Kingdom/England/East_Sussex/Newhaven (475 words)

	Region of the Month: October 2002 (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
		Whether you’re planning a day trip, short break or a family seaside holiday, there is always plenty to see and do you’ll be assured of a warm welcome.
		Newhaven Fort was originally a Victorian fortress built by order of Lord Palmerston in the 1860's which has been extensively restored with barrack rooms housing military, wartime interactive and audiovisual displays and dioramas.
		This festival promises to be a lively array of performances, exhibitions, films and workshops with the accent on contemporary puppetry for adults and children in a variety of locations throughout Brighton, the City by the Sea.
	www.bta.org.uk /uk/presscentre/region_of_month/regionoct02.htm (886 words)

	Pictures of Model Kit Shows (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
		The DRONE table at the IPMS exhibition, Newhaven Fort, 1998
		The extraordinary matchstick fleet, exhibited at Newhaven Fort.
		It comprises hundreds of ships, many of them carrying aircraft, and all made with matchsticks and the simplest equipment.
	www.parmaq.com /kitbuilding/KitShows.htm (79 words)

	Persimmon Homes (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
		Househunters looking to live in a part of the country with great historical connections and waterfront views have been attracted to Persimmon Homes’ Mariner’s Wharf development at Newhaven, with 17 properties being sold over the opening weekend.
		This exclusive development will eventually comprise 33 one, two and three-bedroom apartments on the entrance to the harbour of Newhaven Fort.
		A major tourist attraction, Newhaven Fort was built in the 1860’s and provides a magnificent backdrop to Mariner’s Wharf which boasts a selection of apartments, some with a garage which is large enough to store a small boat.
	www.persimmonhomes.com /news/news_release.asp?id=320 (288 words)

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