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Fort Brockhurst

Fort Brockhurst, Gunners Way, Gosport, Hampshire, PO12 4DS

  • 13 Sep 2025
  • In person
  • Pre-booking not required

Fort Brockhurst, one of several forts built in the 1850s and 1860s to protect Portsmouth and its vital harbour against a French invasion.

The Keep of Fort Brockhurst will be the centre of activity for Heritage Open Days.

The Fort Cumberland Guard, probably the oldest re-enactment unit in the UK, depict Royal Marines of 1830 to 1860 with a corps of drums, infantry and artillery sections. You'll be able to visit their Museum room, speak with the members, examine the uniforms, and get up close to some of their equipment. In a similar way, you can visit displays by Pompey Pals as they remember local people who served in the Military over the last 150 years. Their displays of uniform and equipment are fascinating.

The history of Fort Brockhurst itself will be told by the Volunteers of Fort Brockhurst, who will be delivering short, guided tours of the site throughout the day. Just pop your name on the list on entry for a tour at 1115, 1200, 1300, 1400, or 1500.

Last entry to the fort is at 1500 to allow for an enjoyable experience before the 1600 finish.


Timings & Tours

Saturday 13 September:
1100-1600

Location & directions

Fort Brockhurst, Gunners Way, Gosport, Hampshire, PO12 4DS

Contact on day:
Jo Forbes
Telephone number:
+447585100594

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:
Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

Ground surfaces can be uneven so please watch your footing. Due to stepped entrances to some rooms, some areas may not be accessible for wheelchair users, whilst others have a ramp. Car park in Gunners Way. Other parking on-road in the area. Please do not use the Range car park unless you are also shopping there. Toilets available on site but not accessible.

Additional information

Also on site, the Sustainable Conservation Trust presents 'Fortified Senses' with displays which allow you to experience heritage differently through multi-media. They'll also offer talks on the development of Fort Gilkicker.

Est. tour duration:
1 hour(s) 30 minute(s)

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