Fort Nelson is home to the Royal Armouries national collection of artillery and is a great day out for all the family. Step back in time and explore a fully restored Victorian fort with its high ramparts, …
Fort Nelson is home to the Royal Armouries national collection of artillery and is a great day out for all the family. Step back in time and explore a fully restored Victorian fort with its high ramparts, original fortifications, huge parade ground and underground tunnels. Plus, there's the national museum housing over 700 pieces of artillery from across the world and spanning 600 years of history. With an exciting collection of big guns, stunning panoramic views, great children’s activities, a museum shop packed with gifts and souvenirs and a café serving delicious refreshments – there's something for everyone to enjoy. Venue Hire is also offered for weddings, parties, corporate hire and other events. Admission free. Parking £3.
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Mar 4, 2025
Amazing place to go , So much to see and alot of history. Everyone is so polite and welcoming. A good place to take children ,the cafe shop are very good and a reasonable price . Will certainly…Full review by Suzanne S
Feb 21, 2025
Excellent visit - staff are friendly & knowledgeable. Children 4,9, & 12 learnt lots & really enjoyed the Fort. Would recommend and definitely visit again in the near futureFull review by Susan W
Feb 20, 2025
Absolutely brilliant February half term activity, 'Mystery at the Fort'. From the actors telling their stories, the outfits, the settings, and the associated detective literature given to families to…Full review by Lorlikestoexplore
Hello I am an Class of 82 lad and want to visit the standing with giants, that's all I want to see, will I be allowed to bring my small dog in ? I have her to calm me down? I've already booked for Wednesday morning but if she's not allowed to accompany me I shall not be visiting, I don't have want to see anything else just the standing with giants!
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I think that you will need to address this question directly to Fort Nelson. Thank you for your service in 1982.
Can you see the poppies from the car park, as my friend has very poor mobility & high anxiety levels in public places.
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Sorry, no the poppies can't be seen from the car park. They have carefully arranged it so that you have to go to the centre of the fort before you can see the poppies. If you can go …
Sorry, no the poppies can't be seen from the car park. They have carefully arranged it so that you have to go to the centre of the fort before you can see the poppies. If you can go during the week, it is less crowded, in fact it was quiet when we went on a Wednesday.
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