Antony Parish

Antony is situated 3 miles west of  Torpoint and 6 miles south-west  of
St. Germans.

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The village boundaries are located at  Wilcove (below) in the south as far
as the stream in the Sunwell Valley in the north.

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Wilcove_Play_AreaAntony_village_play_areaWilcove & Antony play areas

Its western boundary is Wacker (below) and  its eastern boundary St. John. Wacker_Quay_2Wacker_quay

Maryfield_ChurchThe imposing Antony House lies nearby. The very picturesque house and gardens are now in the stewardship of the National Trust.

http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/antony/

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Antony House

The strategic location of Antony makes it an important location for the armed forces.

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Antony passage

The forts at Scrasdon and Tregantle are still in use today

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Scrasdon Fort
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Tregantle Fort

 

 

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