Fort Brockhurst

Free Entry

Open 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month April - October, 11am to 3pm

Address:

Gunners Way, Elson, Gosport, Hampshire, PO12 4DS

Before You Go

One of a number of forts built in the 1850s and 1860s to protect Portsmouth and its vital harbour against a French invasion. Largely unaltered, the keep, the parade ground, gun ramps, moated keep, washrooms and armoury can all be viewed.

Fort Brockhurst is open 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month April - October 11am-3pm

Bring a picnic and enjoy a day at the fort exploring

£2 parking charge applies to all non EH members

 

Before You Go

Opening times: Fort Brockhurst is open from 11am to 3pm on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month between April and October.

Parking: The car park is 60 metres from the Fort entrance and access from the car park to the Fort entrance is level and accessible. A £2 parking charge for non-members is payable by text. Parking is free for Members with a valid English Heritage car sticker on display. If you would prefer to pay in advance of your visit, please visit our parking payment service website.

Access: Disabled access is only possible to the grounds and ground floor.

Dogs: Dogs on leads are welcome 

Drone flying:  Please see our Drone guidance

Plan a Great Day Out

Continue your day with a visit to nearby Portchester Castle, for views across the Solent and a chance to browse the gift shop.  Head into Portsmouth to visit the ornamental King James's and Landport Gates and the 13th century Royal Garrison Church, which was partially destroyed by bombing in 1941.

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WHATS ON 2025

Saturday 10th May, 14th June, 12th July, 9th August, 11th October 11am-3pm

Join us on our FREE open day. Explore the fort, hear about the history of this fascinating site and see the Fort Cumberland Guard display. Last entry 30 minutes before closing.

Saturday 24th May, 28th June, 23rd August, 27th September 11am-3pm

Join us for our FREE open day, explore the fort, bring a picnic and hear about the history of this fascinating site. Last entry 30 minutes before closing.

Wednesday 2nd July – Saturday 5th July

Festival at the Fort is back with another amazing programme of family activities celebrating arts, culture and heritage alongside the children and young people of Gosport. Join us for everything from Rhythm and March – The Band of His Majesty’s Royal Marines Collingwood to Youth Orchestra Proms to the Gosport Giant Sing AND a family fun day!
Organised and run by the Hampshire Music Education Hub and The Grange Festival Learning, visit their website for the full programme of events and booking details.

Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th July

Victorian Military Manoeuvres

Saturday 13th September

Heritage Open Days Festival

Saturday 25th October

Open day with Halloween activities