Albert Barracks, Osborne Estate is a Grade II listed building in the Isle of Wight local planning authority area, England. First listed on 9 August 1979. Toy earthwork fort.

Albert Barracks, Osborne Estate

WRENN ID
veiled-mantel-furze
Grade
II
Local Planning Authority
Isle of Wight
Country
England
Date first listed
9 August 1979
Type
Toy earthwork fort
Address
Albert Barracks, Osborne Estate, Whippingham Road, East Cowes
OS grid reference
SZ 525 947
Coordinates
50.75001, -1.25622
Source
Historic England listing

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Description

Albert Barracks, located on the Osborne Estate, dates from around 1860. This unique structure is a toy earthwork fort that was built by Queen Victoria's children, who even made the bricks themselves. The fort has an L-shaped design and is constructed from red and yellow bricks, with some black bricks incorporated. It features a cemented roof and is listed for its historical interest.

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