What's on at Crownhill Fort

Public access and special events on selected dates

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Crownhill Fort is open to the public on the specific dates mentioned.
The inside of the Fort is private and not open to visitors at other times.

 
Late opening at Crownhill Fort - Friday 26th April 4pm to 8pm 

Come and join us after work or school to explore historic Crownhill Fort. The Grounds and Museums will be open for visitors to explore and there will be a programme of timed activities taking place during the event. Confirmed so far:
 
  • The northwest mortar pit will be open for self-guided viewing
  • Use Victorian signalling methods to send a message across the Fort
  • Walking tours of the northeastern rampart highlighting our remarkable collection of Victorian artillery
  • The East Caponier and Cartridge Store will be open for one hour during the evening
South Coast Coffee will be providing barbecue food alongside a selection of hot and cold drinks
 
Admission £5 adults, £3 children, parking £2.50 per vehicle. Advance tickets are now on sale, any unsold tickets can be purchased on the day using cash only
 
Future events
 
Thursday 16th May - public event - 4pm to 7pm
Details of this event will be announced shortly. Admission £5 adults, £3 children, parking £2.50 per vehicle, tickets will go on sale in late April. 
 
Thursday 6th June - commemorating the 80th anniversary of the D Day landings - 7pm to 10pm 
The Grounds and Museums at Crownhill Fort will be open for visitors to explore and there will be a beacon lighting ceremony to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the D Day landings.
 
Admission £5 adults, £3 children, parking £2.50 per vehicle. A limited number of advance tickets are now on sale. 
 
Tuesday 9th July - firing of the Moncrieff Disappearing Gun - 6pm to 8pm
Tuesday 23rd July - firing of the Caponier Guns - 6pm to 8pm
Thursday 8th August - public event - 4pm to 7pm
Saturday 7th September - be part of a Gun crew - 10am to 3pm
Friday 20th September - bat walk - 6.30pm to 8pm
Saturday 28th September - join a guided tour of the Fort - 10am to midday
Tuesday 22nd October - Crownhill Fort After Dark - 4pm to 8pm
 
 

Crownhill Fort

Crownhill Fort is home to a succession of holiday guests and a community of small businesses. For this reason public access is not permitted on dates other than those listed above.

Some areas of the Fort including the Holiday Accommodation, underground spaces and premises occupied by our business residents are not available to view unless advertised.

Note that we only allow assistance dogs inside the Fort; please leave your pets at home.

For more information about public events please contact the Fort Office on 01752 793754