Bastion: The first line of Defence

View the exhibition, and pick up a booklet to aid your self-guided tour.

The Friends of Bastion No.1 will be here to share stories and information, and allow an opportunity to see inside the magazine store. There will be new displays, and you can test your skills on some challenges.

Hear about how it became known as Tragedy Bank and Vicars Bank. It's an ideal place to start your walk of Gosport's Defensive line; follow the route and discover more about Gosport's fortifications and its defences.

Enjoy the flora and fauna; why not bring a picnic and take a break? There may even be some plants for sale...

Timings & Tours

Friday 12 September:

1000-1200

Saturday 13 September:

1000-1600

Sunday 14 September:

1300-1600

Saturday 20 September:

1000-1200

Sunday 21 September:

1300-1600

Location & directions

Bastion No.1, Trinity Green, Gosport, Hampshire, PO12 1HL

Directions:

The entrance gate is opposite Holy Trinity Church, on the approach road to Seaward Tower.

Contact on day:

June Cully

Telephone number:

+442392526140

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

The site has uneven ground and grass inclines so perhaps not suitable for some wheelchairs or pushchairs. Parking available on-road and in car parks nearby. Holy Trinity Church may be open to view for HODs and has accessible toilet facilities. Other toilets at Ferry / Bus interchange (5 min walk). Changing Places facility nearby at Gosport Discovery Centre and also Gosport Musum and Art Gallery (10 min walk - but not on Sundays). Please bring a fold-up stool or chair if you need rest points.

Additional information

Dogs must be on leads. Open-air so suitable footwear, and outdoor clothing is advised. Also insect repellent as by water. No refreshments on site (although many cafes and shops are close by).

Est. tour duration:

1 hour(s)

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