Royal Citadel, Plymouth
| Royal Citadel | |
|---|---|
Citadel | |
| Plymouth, Devon in England | |
The western view of the Citadel from the balcony of Smeaton's Tower | |
Cap badge of the Royal Artillery | |
| Site information | |
| Type | Fortress, Military base |
| Owner | Crown Estate |
| Operator | Royal Navy |
| Controlled by | 29 Commando Regiment Royal Artillery |
| Open to the public | Yes |
| Website | Link |
| Location | |
| Coordinates | 50°21′53″N 4°08′15″W / 50.36472°N 4.13750°W |
| Site history | |
| Built | 1592–1598 1665–1675 (Second fortification) |
| In use | 1598–present |
| Materials | Limestone and granite |
| Events | Dutch Wars World War II |
| Garrison information | |
| Current commander | Lt Col Mark Dornan |
| Garrison | 29 Commando Regiment Royal Artillery |
| Occupants |
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The Royal Citadel in Plymouth, Devon, England, was built in the late 1660s to the design of Sir Bernard de Gomme. It is at the eastern end of Plymouth Hoe overlooking Plymouth Sound, and encompasses the site of the earlier fort that had been built in the time of Sir Francis Drake. The citadel site is a Scheduled Monument and many of the buildings within are Grade II Listed.