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
9th Light Infantry at Fort Amherst
Join a re-enactment of French Napoleonic Soldiers doing inspections and drill throughout the day.
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Ghost Tour at Fort Amherst
Enjoy a spooky night time tour around one of Kent’s most paranormally active locations.
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Bee Happy Adventure at Fort Amherst
Help us find the 7 bees which have hidden around the Fort and win a prize.
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Family Fantasy Festival at Fort Amherst
On Easter Sunday and Monday, the historic tunnels of Fort Amherst will be transformed into a childfriendly fantasy world of make believe and science fiction.
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World War Two Tours at Fort Amherst
New for 2025 we will be introducing our World War Two tour, exploring areas of the Fort that have rarely been open to the public.
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VE Day’s Knees Up at Fort Amherst
On Monday 5th May 2025 we will be hosting a VE Day Knees Up, celebrating like it’s 1945!
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4 Paws at the Fort at Fort Amherst
Join us for our second Four Paws at the Fort. Celebrating our four legged best friends, a whole weekend of fun, woofy excitement!
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Midsummer Nightmare at Fort Amherst
Midnight Circle Theatre present “Midsummer NightMare”.
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Fort Amherst in Kent: 20% off our VE Day Knees Up (including our VIP Package) Using code VEDAY80
On Monday 5th May 2025 (12.00 – 16.00) we will be hosting a VE Day Knees Up, celebrating like it’s 1945!
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WIN a Family Ticket for 2 adults and 2 children to Fort Amherst’s Family Fantasy Festival this Easter!
Britain’s biggest and best-preserved Napoleonic Fort, step back in history at Fort Amherst in Kent.
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VE Day’s Knees Up at Fort Amherst
On Monday 5th May 2025 we will be hosting a VE Day Knees Up, celebrating like it’s 1945!
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World War Two Tours at Fort Amherst
New for 2025 we will be introducing our World War Two tour, exploring areas of the Fort that have rarely been open to the public.
View event
Ghost Tour at Fort Amherst
Enjoy a spooky night time tour around one of Kent’s most paranormally active locations.
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9th Light Infantry at Fort Amherst
Join a re-enactment of French Napoleonic Soldiers doing inspections and drill throughout the day.
View event
Bee Happy Adventure at Fort Amherst
Help us find the 7 bees which have hidden around the Fort and win a prize.
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Midsummer Nightmare at Fort Amherst
Midnight Circle Theatre present “Midsummer NightMare”.
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