Children playing at Royal Armouries - Fort Nelson

Royal Armouries - Fort Nelson

Fort Nelson
Portsdown Hill Road
Fareham
Hampshire
PO17 6AN

Tel: 01329 233734

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Opening Times

Open (1 Apr 2025 - 31 Oct 2025)
DayTimes
MondayClosed
Tuesday - Sunday10:00 - 17:00
Open (1 Nov 2025 - 31 Mar 2026)
DayTimes
MondayClosed
Tuesday - Sunday10:00 - 16:00
Open (1 Jan 2026 - 31 Mar 2026)
DayTimes
MondayClosed
Tuesday - Sunday10:00 - 16:00

* Closed 24, 25 and 26 December.
Last admission 1hr before close.

Map & Directions

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Road Directions

Exit M27 motorway from Junction 11. Follow brown tourist signs for ‘Royal Armouries’.

Public Transport Directions

Nearest mainline stations:
Portchester - 3 minutes away by taxi
Fareham - 10 minutes away by taxi
Havant - 20 minutes away by taxi

Events

Tuesday, 22nd July 2025 - Tuesday, 2nd September 2025

Summer fun at Fort NelsonSummer fun at Fort NelsonAn action-packed summer of fun awaits visitors to Fort Nelson with the return of the ever-popular assault course to the Victorian fort. Little adventurers will love the playing on the assault course with its obstacles and challenges. The activity is suitable for ages 4-10 years and tickets cost £3…
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Guide Prices

Ticket TypeTicket Tariff
AdmissionFree

Free entry. Car parking £3.

Facilities

Accessibility

  • Disabled persons toilet
  • Guide Dogs Permitted
  • Induction Loop System
  • Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
  • Ramp/Level Access
  • Wheelchair user accessible

Catering

  • Cafe
  • Catering for groups
  • On-Site cafe/restaurant
  • Picnic Site
  • Refreshments Available

Children & Infants

  • Baby changing
  • Highchair(s) available
  • Indoor children’s play area
  • Outdoor children’s play area

Establishment Features

  • Audio Tours
  • Conference facilities
  • Gift shop
  • Groups welcome
  • Guided tours
  • Licensed for weddings & ceremonies
  • Meeting rooms
  • Open all year round
  • Open on bank holidays
  • Team / Corporate Activities

Parking & Transport

  • Coach parking
  • Free parking
  • Parking (free)

Specialist Features

  • Cyclists welcome
  • Educational Groups
  • Information Point

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TripAdvisor

TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:

4.7 of 5 stars
    • Excellent
      1035
    • Very Good
      321
    • Average
      47
    • Poor
      6
    • Terrible
      3

    Recent Reviews:

    • chrismranger
      Portsmouth, United Kingdom
      Trip Type:
      Family
      Definitely worth a visit
      5 of 5 stars
      Monday, 11th August 2025
      First time to Fort Nelson with our grandson, and we were very impressed. Great location, lots to do for a 5 year old and very informative for us old ones as well! Staff were very happy and helpful... Read full review
    • P6302SIchrisd
      Trip Type:
      Couples
      Fort Nelson is amazing!
      5 of 5 stars
      Saturday, 16th August 2025
      OMG this place is amazing and it's free a real diamond find if you like history this place is for you could not recommend more Read full review
    • Mike8207
      Melksham, United Kingdom
      Trip Type:
      Family
      Summer Holidays Visit 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
      5 of 5 stars
      Saturday, 30th August 2025
      What a fantastic place to visit..... Lots of local and national history to explore. £3 for car parking (plentiful), woth actual entry to Fort Nelson free. There's something for all ages to do. My... Read full review

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