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
Sunday Roast @ The Cannon Cafe at Fort Amherst
Join us for a delicious Sunday roast at the Cannon Cafe.
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Festive Christmas Menu at Fort Amherst
Join us for a delicious Festive dinner at the Cannon Cafe.
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Festive Cream Tea at Fort Amherst
Enjoy a delicious selection of festive sandwiches, cranberry and plain scones, finished off with warm mince pies, mini chocolate brownies and red velvet cupcakes.
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Christmas Wreath Making Workshop at Fort Amherst
Bring your creativity to life with our new Christmas Wreath Workshop.
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A Glimpse of Christmas Past at Fort Amherst
Join us here at Fort Amherst for our brand new interactive tour experiencing Christmas through the ages.
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Christmas Grotto at Fort Amherst
Join us for our magical Christmas experience.
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Ghost Tour at Fort Amherst
Enjoy a spooky night time tour around one of Kent’s most paranormally active locations and hear tales of strange occurrences in the 300 year history of Fort Amherst.
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Spirit Investigation at Fort Amherst
Experienced guides will help you investigate the paranormal potential at Fort Amherst – with plenty of spooky stories of the unexplained happenings here.
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Spare a Fort for Bees at Fort Amherst
Join us for a unique experience meeting the Fort Amherst bees.
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Spare a Fort for Bees at Fort Amherst
Join us for a unique experience meeting the Fort Amherst bees.
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Festive Cream Tea at Fort Amherst
Enjoy a delicious selection of festive sandwiches, cranberry and plain scones, finished off with warm mince pies, mini chocolate brownies and red velvet cupcakes.
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Festive Christmas Menu at Fort Amherst
Join us for a delicious Festive dinner at the Cannon Cafe.
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Ghost Tour at Fort Amherst
Enjoy a spooky night time tour around one of Kent’s most paranormally active locations and hear tales of strange occurrences in the 300 year history of Fort Amherst.
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Spirit Investigation at Fort Amherst
Experienced guides will help you investigate the paranormal potential at Fort Amherst – with plenty of spooky stories of the unexplained happenings here.
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Christmas Wreath Making Workshop at Fort Amherst
Bring your creativity to life with our new Christmas Wreath Workshop.
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