Hampshire Treasures

Volume 11 ( Portsmouth)

Group 3 - Man-made Features (H. M. Naval Base)
Description and Date:	Gateway C.18
Remarks:	Unicorn Gate. Entrance from Unicorn Road. One of two original Portsea Gateways, built circa 1778, taken down and rebuilt as the Dockyard entrance in 1865. Constructed of Portland Stone, the arch is rusticated and keystoned. Double plain pilasters either side of main arch, surmounted by pediment containing a representation of a unicorn. The small footway arches let into the concave descending walls either side of the main arch are flanked by pilasters with ball finials.
Protection:	CA SMR 375
Grid Ref.:
Punchcard No.:	2701 86

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