Charles Fort (Barbados)
| Charles Fort | |
|---|---|
| Bridgetown, Barbados | |
Remains of Charles Fort | |
| Site information | |
| Type | Fortification |
| Location | |
Location within Barbados | |
| Coordinates | 13°04′44″N 59°36′46″W / 13.0789°N 59.6127°W |
| Site history | |
| Built | 1650 |
| In use | No |
| Materials | Stone |
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Charles Fort (originally Needham's Fort) is a historic military fortification and UNESCO World Heritage Site in Bridgetown, Barbados. It was originally built in 1650, and rebuilt in 1811. It is located at Needham's Point on the southwestern side of the island, overlooking Carlisle Bay. Today, the fort is located on the grounds of the Hilton Barbados Resort.