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Explore Charlottetown's Prince Edward Battery: a historic coastal defense in Victoria Park with cannons and harbor views.

Explore Prince Edward Battery in Charlottetown's Victoria Park, a historic coastal defense established in 1805. See original cannons, learn about the island's military past, and enjoy stunning harbor views within a vibrant park setting.

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  • Visit early or late in the day for the best lighting for photography and fewer crowds.
  • Combine your visit with a walk or picnic in Victoria Park to fully enjoy the scenic surroundings.
  • Look for informational plaques around the site to learn more about the battery's historical significance.

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Getting There

  • Walking

    From the Confederation Centre of the Arts, walk east on Richmond Street towards Great George Street. Turn left onto Great George Street and continue to the waterfront. Turn right and follow the boardwalk along the waterfront path until you reach Victoria Park. Follow the road inside the park; signs will direct you to Prince Edward Battery at 45 Victoria Park Roadway.

  • Public Transport

    Take a local T3 Transit bus from any stop in downtown Charlottetown that services the waterfront area. Routes 1-5 and 10 connect downtown Charlottetown with other parts of the city. Get off at the stop closest to Victoria Park and walk towards the park entrance. Follow the road signs to Prince Edward Battery at 45 Victoria Park Roadway. A single fare is $2.25.

  • Driving

    From downtown Charlottetown, follow Route 1A towards Victoria Park. Victoria Park Roadway is a one-way street accessible from Brighton Road. Follow Victoria Park Roadway to 45 Victoria Park Roadway. Free parking is available at the entrance to Victoria Park. Metered street parking is available along the park and boardwalk pathway. Metered parking is free after 6 PM, on weekends, and on public holidays. Parkades are also available downtown for $1.25/hr.

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Prince Edward Battery, located in Victoria Park, Charlottetown, offers a captivating glimpse into Prince Edward Island's colonial military history. Established in 1805, during the Napoleonic Wars, the battery was strategically positioned to defend Charlottetown Harbour from potential invaders. Originally known as Tartar's Wharf Battery, it was renamed in 1799 and moved to its current location on Governor's Point in 1805.Initially armed with four 12-pounder cannons, the battery was upgraded to four 18-pounders by the War of 1812. The site included a stockade and gunner's quarters. Abandoned in 1855, it was reactivated in 1865 due to the Irish Fenian threat. By the early 1900s, the battery was equipped with outdated 64-pounder RML guns and was deactivated around 1905.Today, visitors can explore the well-preserved grounds, featuring five wheel-mounted cannons and three 32-pound muzzle-loading cannons. Though never used in battle, these cannons were fired during military exercises and ceremonies. Informative plaques detail Charlottetown's colonial era, harbor defense systems, and key military figures. The battery also provides magnificent views of Charlottetown Harbour, Rocky Point, and Stratford. Situated within Victoria Park, visitors can enjoy walking paths, gardens, and waterfront views.

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