HC Deb 24 June 1952 vol 502 cc158-9W
88. Mr. Foot

asked the Secretary of State for War how many acres of Plymouth Hoe are claimed to be owned by the War Office; and what is the precise title on which the claim is based.

Mr. Head

Some 47 acres of land at Plymouth Hoe were purchased by the Crown for military purposes in 1671. This land is part of the possessions of the Crown and vests in the Commissioners of Crown Lands, but is set apart for defence purposes and is placed in the charge of the War Department who administer the land and collect the revenue on behalf of the Commissioners. In addition two acres adjoining the Citadel were conveyed to the War Department in 1832.