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
Halloween Horrors for Adults at Fort Amherst
Fort Amherst Halloween Horrors has long been known for being a fairly extreme Halloween attraction.
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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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Cruise with Santa at Jetstream Tours
Experience the magic of the holiday season like never before with our enchanting ‘Meet Father Christmas’ boat cruise.
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Halloween Afternoon Tea SPOOCIAL at Jetstream Tours
Join us for a one off afternoon tea cruise on the Medway from Chatham for Halloween.
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Family Tours at Canterbury Cathedral
This October half term, bring your little historians to Canterbury Cathedral to hear stories of Becket and the Black Prince, Monks and Miracles, Tombs and Towers.
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Bricks McGee presents: Model building workshops with LEGO® bricks at Canterbury Cathedral
Get ready to unleash your creativity with the ultimate historic brick-building adventure at Canterbury Cathedral!
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Cross- Currents: Life as Journey at Canterbury Cathedral
Canterbury Cathedral has for centuries been the focus of pilgrimages and journeys started in hope and faith.
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Halloween at Leeds Castle
Discover The Guardians of the Grounds – A Haunted Halloween Quest at Leeds Castle!
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Autumn at Leeds Castle
Are you interested in discovering what exciting events and activities are happening at Leeds Castle this autumn?
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Rising Tide Craft Beer Festival at Canterbury Cathedral Lodge
Celebrating craft beer at its best, this brand-new festival hosted by Time & Tide Brewing takes place in Canterbury Cathedral Lodge, situated within the stunning grounds of Canterbury Cathedral.
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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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