... Lovely views of Bermuda's largest coastal fort on the far northeastern tip of St. George's Island... located on a rocky cliff surrounded by pink-sand beaches and turquoise water... it is one of the best historical attractions on the island... this site features a drawbridge, dark tunnels, ramparts, towers and large cannons... the museums are home to exhibits and artefacts that showcase 17th-century island life and history... the panoramic views of the Achilles Bay from the top ramparts are stunning... Thanks a lot Nan! (✿◠‿◠)
St. George's Island is one of the main islands of the territory of Bermuda. Fort St. Catherine defended the eastern channel of Bermuda from the time of the island’s first settlement in the 1600’s, and was used for military purposes through WWII.
The original, small fort was built in 1614 to defend Gates’ Bay, the beach next to the fort where the survivors of the Sea Venture shipwreck made landfall. Additions were made through the centuries, with the last upgrade between 1865 and 1878, when five large, rifle muzzle-loading guns were mounted.
Fort St. Catherine is a major component of the Historic Town of St George and Related Fortifications, which was designated as a UNESCO site in 2000.
Bermuda Railway Trail
(Issued 21-08-2025)
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