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Newhaven Fort
Newhaven FortMuseum - Military
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Cloaked in mystery and protected by its impressive ramparts, Newhaven Fort has been keeping secrets safely hidden for almost 150 years. Venture inside this extraordinary Victorian structure to discover its fascinating and surprising past and help to celebrate and forge its exciting future.
Journey deep into the vast network of tunnels, venture on to the ramparts and gun emplacements to soak up the stunning views, and unlock the secret stories of the people who lived and worked at Newhaven Fort.
Explore hundreds of genuine military artefacts housed in the casemates lining the Parade Ground and reveal their hidden history. Don’t miss the realistic air-raid recreation in the Blitz Bomb Shelter and the fascinating Home Front exhibition.
There’s also an ever-changing programme of living history events and activities for children. Visit the website for all the latest details or follow Newhaven Fort on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram (hyperlink all channels).
Please note: Friendly dogs on leads are welcome. Most of Newhaven Fort is accessible. However, some of the tunnels and ramparts are not accessible due to the nature of the architecture and building structure.
Opening details
Prices
Prices
With Gift Aid/ Without Gift Aid
Adult £8.75/ £7.95
Child (4-15) £5.80/ £5.25
Family (2 Adults and up to 3 children) £23.05/ £20.95
Senior £6.90/ £6.25
Student £6.90/ £6.25
Disabled Adult £4.60/ £4.15
Disabled Child £1.30/ £1.15
Carer £2.60/ £2.35
Well-behaved Dogs Free!
Season tickets, group and school rates also available
Also see
- History in Eastbourne
- Children's Attractions
Meads Village
Eastbourne Heritage Centre
The Pavilion
Urban Jump
Drusillas Park
Bateman'sContact
Newhaven Fort Office
01273 517622
fortinfo@waveleisure.co.uk
www.newhavenfort.org.uk
email a friendAddress
Newhaven Fort,
Fort Road,
Newhaven,
BN9 9DS
Location
Directions
See location on Google mapsMap reference: TQ 449002 Lat: 50.78328 Long: 0.05411
Newhaven is situated between Brighton and Eastbourne on the A259 coast road and is linked to Lewes on the A27 via the A26. Newhaven is well sign posted from the A27 and all approach roads into the town have brown signs directing visitors to Newhaven Fort.
If using satellite navigation our postcode is BN9 9DS. If using an OS map, Newhaven Fort's grid reference is TQ 449 002 GB.
Trains run regularly to Newhaven Town Station, approximately 1.1 miles (1.8km) from the Fort. For further information visit www.southernrailway.com . Buses stop regularly throughout the town centre, approximately 0.7 miles (1.1km) from the Fort
Coaches are welcome throughout the season, a free coach park is provided. Cycle racks are provided outside the main entrance. Newhaven Fort offers free car parking. There is a height barrier at the Fort car park. If your vehicle is higher than 2 meters, please telephone 01273 517622 for assistance.
There are two allocated disabled car parking bays in the moat (just outside main entrance), visitors to follow signage up Fort Rise, rather than follow signs to general car park.
Parking: free
Accessible by Public Transport: 1 mile from Newhaven Town station
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Wheelchairs available
Accepts groups
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Children welcome
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Dogs accepted
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