Portsmouth

Fort Nelson

Fort Nelson is home to the Royal Armouries’ national collection of artillery and historic cannon.

Fort Nelson Opening times

10 am to 5 pm – Wednesday to Sunday from 8th June to 22nd July (term time)
10 am to 5 pm – Every day from Saturday 23rd July to Sunday 4th September (Summer school holidays)

What to see and do at Fort Nelson

Booking tickets to visit Fort Nelson

We recommend pre-booking tickets and we do have walk-in tickets available.

Book tickets to visit Fort Nelson

What you can see at Fort Nelson

Step back in time and explore a fully restored Victorian fort with its high ramparts, original fortifications, massive parade ground, underground tunnels, stunning panoramic views and exciting collection of big guns.

What to do at Fort Nelson

Explore the museum housing over 700 pieces of artillery from across the world and spanning 600 years of history, including a 15th-century Turkish bombard cannon, a gigantic 200-tonne railway howitzer, and the infamous Iraqi supergun.

We also have entertaining children’s activities, and a café serving delicious refreshments. It’s a great day out for the whole family – there is something for everyone to enjoy.