[ad_1]
A British rocky island that previously served as a First World War fortress has gone up for sale for £50,000 – but there’s a catch.
The sea fortress is divided into three floors and a basement, and has a two-story observation tower, a veranda and an exit to the sea.
Located on the estuary of the River Humber near the town of Cleethorpes, the site also boasts 360 panoramic views.
But Bull Sand fort is 2.8km from land and can only be reached by your personal boat.
The place is also neglected and in need of significant renovations, although in its best form as a hotel, it can accommodate up to 200 guests.
Among its positive sides is the fact that the site is armored with concrete and can withstand gun or artillery fire.
Built between 1915 and 1919, the Bull Sand Fort is one of two of its kind built in the First World War.
Its twin, Haile Sand Fort, was sold in 2018 for £117,000 after lying empty since the 1950s, according to BBC.
Both forts were used in the Second World War but were decommissioned in 1956.
The promotional message of the auction reads: “Category II naval fort, built between 1915 and 1919, used in both world wars.
“Reinforced with concrete on the open sea side with 20 cm armor to withstand gunfire and naval artillery”.
“Access is only by private boats”
top channel
[ad_2]
Source link
