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Castle
Hill National Historic Site
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Founded in 1662, Plaisance as
Placentia was known then, was designed to protect the French fishing
interests in Newfoundland and the approaches to New France. From Plaisance,
French forces successfully raided British settlements during times of war
while Fort Royal, atop Castle Hill, protected the colony from attack by
British warships. The military value of Castle Hill can
be best understood by walking the trails which connect the stabilized
ruins of the old fortifications. The Visitor Center presents an intriguing exhibit that tells the history of Placentia
from the arrival of the first fishermen in the early 16th century to the
struggle for power between the French and English.
The colony's story is told in
the theatrical production " Faces of Fort Royal" performed in
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Facilities
and Services
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The
Visitor Centre and washrooms are wheelchair accessible, the grounds
partially accessible with assistance. There are picnic facilities, public
telephone and a gift shop.
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Season
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Jan
1 - Dec 31
Jun
15 - Sept 2, 8:30am-8pm
Sept
3 - Oct 15, 8:30am - 4:30pm
May
15 - Jun 14, 8:30am - 4:30pm
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| Location |
Placentia
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| Contact |
Ann
Smith/Cyril Bambrick
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| Mail |
P.O.
Box 10
Jerseyside,
NL,
A0B
2G0
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| Telephone |
709-227-2401 |
| Fax |
709-227-2452 |
| Off Season
Telephone |
709-772-5367
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| Off
Season Fax |
709-772-6302 |
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