The Criterion Blue Town - isle of sheepy

 The Criterion Blue Town

Date: August 2024

Location:  Kent 

public/abandoned - Public

I recently discovered a place called the criterion while exploring Sheepy. This place amazed me with its rich history and information that I didn't know existed in Sheepy. I recommend visiting if you're ever in the area.

Originally, the site was a "new inn," but in 1868, it became the Royal Oxford Music Hall. Sadly, due to a German bombing raid during World War I, the building was damaged and fell into despair. However, it has been restored and is now open to the public. 

sutton valence castle - Sutton of valance

 sutton valence castle

Date: August 2024

Location:  Kent 

public/abandoned - Public

I have been here a few times before, but I was passing through the area, so I thought I'll check it out again just because it's a nice peaceful place and it's out of the way too. Overall, the site is just a nice little, quiet site that you can visit.

So, it's said the castle is a medieval fortification in Kent. It dates back to around the 12th century.

Battle of Britain Memorial - Folkstone

 Battle of Britain Memorial

Date: August 2024

Location:  Kent 

public/abandoned - Public

We are collecting the Wheels of Time badges, and this place is on the list. I didn't even know this place existed, but I was amazed. It was such a cool little experience because you get to see some planes up close, even though they are replicas, it's still extremely cool to see. And the best thing is, it's also free.

The Battle of Britain is a national memorial to the dedicated men who won it between 10 July and 31 October 1940. 

Battery observation point Folkstone

  Battery observation point 

Date: August 2024

Location:  Kent 

public/abandoned - Abandoned 

"We stumbled upon this place while exploring the area, and it came up on the map. We took a short walk to the observation post, and initially, I wasn't sure if we could get in. To my surprise, it was really easy to access. There wasn't much to see inside, as the building was in a state of decay and being overrun by nature."

I can't find much history on this battery observation point, but I know it would have been used in the wars like most others.