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The Needles Old Battery

West High Down, Alum Bay, Isle of Wight, PO39 0JH
Description:
Built 1862 this spectacularly sited cliff top fort contains exhibitions about its involvement in both World Wars. Parade Ground with 2 original guns & tunnel leading to a searchlight high above the Needles.
Directions:
No vehicular access. Parking Alum Bay (not NT) then 3/4 mile walk or Southern Vectis bus.
Map of PO39 0JH
Opening times:
Sat 8th Sept, 1030-1700 (last admission 1630)
PDA, DP, DT, T, UCW, NT, Go to the key to event codes
Additional information:
Disabled parking available MUST be prebooked 01983 754772. Uneven surfaces, steps and drops. Property closes in high winds. Tel to check 01983 754772. Some slopes & uneven surfaces. Stairs to tunnel & tea room
Organised by:
The National Trust
Website:
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/isleofwight