Royal Armouries - Fort Nelson

Fort Nelson is a superbly restored Victorian fort overlooking Portsmouth Harbour. It is home to the Royal Armouries national artillery collection with over 350 historic guns on display.

There are 19 acres of grass ramparts, underground chambers and tunnels to explore as well as daily gun salutes, costumed interpretations, professional guided tours, and cafe and gift shop. Throughout the year there is also an extensive special events programme.

Fort Nelson is also licensed for weddings and has a large range of function rooms for private or corporate hire.

Opening Times

Opening 2008 1 Apr 2008 - 31 Oct 2008

Opening 2008 1 Nov 2008 - 31 Dec 2008

Road Directions

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

Public Transport Directions

10 minutes by taxi from Fareham railway station.
5 minutes by taxi from Portchester shopping precinct and railway station.

 Facilities

Provider Preferences

• Countryside Setting

Accessibility

• Disabled Parking
• Disabled persons toilet
• Induction Loop System
• No dogs (Guide dogs accepted)
• Wheelchair user accessible

Children & Infants

• Baby changing
• Children's Meals
• Highchair(s) available
• Indoor children’s play area

Parking & Transport

• Coach parking
• Free parking
• Off-road parking
• On Site Car Parking
• Railway station within 5 miles

Catering

• Cafe
• Catering for groups
• Full liquor licence
• Picnic area
• Refreshments Available
• Vegetarians catered for

Payment Methods

• Delta
• MasterCard
• Visa

Establishment Features

• All weather attraction
• Audio Tours
• Conference facilities
• Gift shop
• Groups welcome
• Guided tours
• Licensed for alcohol
• Licensed for weddings
• Open all year round
• Open on bank holidays

Specialist Features

• Cyclists welcome
• Educational Groups
• Information Point