Nothe Fort - Secret Spaces and Places

Nothe Fort - a Victorian engineering masterpiece built as a coastal defence, which is now one of Dorset’s best loved heritage attractions.
Come and join our friendly and knowledgeable team of volunteers for a unique insight into how this much-loved Victorian fort was secretly utilised during the latter part of the Cold War.
Nuclear Bunker Talk Times at 11:30am, 12:30pm, and 2:00pm.
Travel back in time to 1872 with Queen Victoria on the throne, as you witness the Artillery in their splendid uniforms and displays including musketry and cannon firing drills, with demonstrations taking place between 12pm and 3pm.
Explore the Caponier, which enabled the artillery to attack enemies using enfilading fire, defending the fort entrance and sally port. The structure has three tiers in total with musket slots plus gun ports for three 32-pound guns.
You can also experience our Water Tank jetty. This secret space was a vital part of the Fort’s original design, built to hold water during a siege.

Timings & Tours

Sunday 14 September:

1030-1600

Location & directions

Nothe Fort, Barrack Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 8UF

Directions:

The carpark in managed by JustPark location number 3208. What 3 Words Location ///dogs.claim.nest

Contact on day:

Dorset Architectural Heritage Week

Telephone number:

+441202888992

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

NB The only way to access the caponier is by stairs and there is a low doorway leading to the outside.

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