Discover a fun-filled family day out at Newhaven Fort, where history comes alive! Explore engaging exhibits, enjoy thrilling activities, and immerse yourself in unique experiences. Enjoy the new adventure playground, hands-on interactive exhibits, dressing up zones, WWll artefacts and brand new gift shop.
Newhaven Fort is the largest military structure in Sussex, and has a rich history spanning the Victorians, The First World War, Second World War and beyond. Dug into the hillside so no enemy could see it from the sea, this unique fort spans over 10 acres with stunning views across Seaford bay and the Ouse Valley.
Journey deep into the vast network of tunnels, venture on to the ramparts and gun emplacements to soak up the stunning views, and unlock the secret stories of the people who lived and worked at Newhaven Fort. Explore hundreds of genuine military artefacts housed in the casemates lining the Parade Ground and reveal their hidden history. Don’t miss the realistic air-raid recreation in the Blitz Bomb Shelter and the fascinating Home Front exhibition. There’s also an ever-changing programme of living history events and activities for children. Visit the website for all the latest details or follow Newhaven Fort on Facebook or Instagram.
Dogs are welcome as long as they are supervised and kept on a short lead at all times. Only assistance dogs are allowed in the Café.
Please book in advance
All standard entry tickets are valid for 12 months so you can come back as many times as you like.
Adult (16-59) £12.95
Child (4-15) £9.95
Under 4s Free
Senior (60+) £10.95
Student £10.95
Disabled Adult £10.95
Disabled Child £7.50
Disabled Senior £8.50
I-go guests £4.00
Carer Free
Family (2 adults and up to 2 children) £43.95
Guided Fort Tour £7 + admission
Newhaven is situated between Brighton and Eastbourne on the A259 coast road and is linked to Lewes on the A27 via the A26. Newhaven is well sign posted from the A27 and all approach roads into the town have brown signs directing visitors to Newhaven Fort.If using satellite navigation our postcode is BN9 9DS. If using an OS map, Newhaven Fort's grid reference is TQ 449 002 GB.Trains run regularly to Newhaven Town Station, approximately 1.1 miles (1.8km) from the Fort. For further information visit www.southernrailway.com . Buses stop regularly throughout the town centre, approximately 0.7 miles (1.1km) from the FortCoaches are welcome throughout the season, a free coach park is provided. Cycle racks are provided outside the main entrance. Newhaven Fort offers free car parking. There is a height barrier at the Fort car park. If your vehicle is higher than 2 meters, please telephone 01273 517622 for assistance. There are two allocated disabled car parking bays in the moat (just outside main entrance), visitors to follow signage up Fort Rise, rather than follow signs to general car park.Accessible by Public Transport: Newhaven Town station is 1 mile away.
| Season (15 Feb 2025 - 2 Nov 2025) |
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* Monday – Sunday 10am to 5pm. Last admission is at 4pm.
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