UK / South East / Kent
Fort Amherst
Dock Road, Chatham, Kent, ME4 4UB
Britain’s biggest and best-preserved Napoleonic Fort, step back in history at Fort Amherst.
With over 300 years of history Fort Amherst was one of the key defences of Medway and Britain and has now been restored for all to enjoy. Whether you wish to discover the importance of defending Britain against land-based attack during the Napoleonic War or learn how the Fort was used during both World Wars, Fort Amherst truly does step through the ages.
Fort Amherst has over 20 acres of green spaces, including Medway’s highest point, which are all free of charge to explore at your leisure. Alternatively join us for a daily tunnel tour*, exploring this once secret network of tunnels and how they have been used through the ages up to the present, having been included in several major films.
With regular events held throughout the year, secret tunnels to explore and not forgetting The Pantry Café to enjoy a delicious lunch or cream tea, Fort Amherst offers a great value for money day out for all the family.
Visit WebsiteOpening Times
Winter
Open Daily
8.00 - 16.00
Summer
Open Daily
8.00 - 19.00
Prices
Off Peak
Adult
£10.00
Child
£7.00
Concessions
£9.00
Peak
Adult
£11.00
Child
£8.00
Concessions
£10.00
Facilities
Dog Friendly
Café
Car Parking
Disabled Access
Picnic Site
Toilets
Events
4 Paws at the Fort
Join us for our first Four Paws at the Fort. Celebrating our four legged best friends, a whole weekend of fun, woofy excitement!
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Squirrel Dash at Fort Amherst
Join Dash Junior on his trail around Fort Amherst searching for those sneaky squirrels.
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Monthly Craft Fair at Fort Amherst
Join us for our monthly Craft Fair here at Fort Amherst.
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Wuthering Heights at Fort Amherst
Join us for Midnight’s Circle’s production of Wuthering Heights.
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Monthly Craft Fair at Fort Amherst
Join us for our monthly Craft Fair here at Fort Amherst.
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World War 1 Re-enactment Weekend at Fort Amherst
The Great War Society brings you a whole weekend of WW1 displays and exhibitions.
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Summer Proms at Fort Amherst – Kent Youth Jazz Orchestra
Join us for a free afternoon of live music in our beautiful amphitheatre.
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Summer Proms at Fort Amherst – BAE Systems Brass Band
Join us for a free afternoon of live music in our beautiful amphitheatre.
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Summer Proms at Fort Amherst – The Cockney Knights
Join us for a free afternoon of live music in our beautiful amphitheatre.
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Monthly Craft Fair at Fort Amherst
Join us for our monthly Craft Fair here at Fort Amherst.
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Summer Proms at Fort Amherst – 5 in the Bar
Join us for a free afternoon of live music in our beautiful amphitheatre.
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Summer Proms at Fort Amherst – The Spittin’ Feathers
Join us for a free afternoon of live music in our beautiful amphitheatre.
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Summer Proms at Fort Amherst – Marvellous Mo and the Backline Ferrets
Join us for a free afternoon of live music in our beautiful amphitheatre.
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FREE* Stone Week Activities at Canterbury Cathedral
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Eagle Heights Wildlife Foundation
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Squirrel Dash at Fort Amherst
Join Dash Junior on his trail around Fort Amherst searching for those sneaky squirrels.
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Summer Proms at Fort Amherst – Marvellous Mo and the Backline Ferrets
Join us for a free afternoon of live music in our beautiful amphitheatre.
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Summer Proms at Fort Amherst – The Spittin’ Feathers
Join us for a free afternoon of live music in our beautiful amphitheatre.
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Summer Proms at Fort Amherst – The Cockney Knights
Join us for a free afternoon of live music in our beautiful amphitheatre.
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Summer Proms at Fort Amherst – 5 in the Bar
Join us for a free afternoon of live music in our beautiful amphitheatre.
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Summer Proms at Fort Amherst – BAE Systems Brass Band
Join us for a free afternoon of live music in our beautiful amphitheatre.
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