Nothe Fort
Weymouth, Dorset · ★ 4.7 · 6,374 visitor reviews
Weymouth, DT4 8UF
About
Nothe Fort in Weymouth explores Victorian coastal defence for families in Dorset and the South West. This indoor and outdoor attraction welcomes young children, older children, and teenagers with military exhibitions, underground passages, and panoramic harbour views. The venue features a café for refreshments.
Families can explore the atmospheric Victorian fort, discovering gun emplacements, tunnels, and displays about coastal defence through the ages. The maze of passages and rooms creates adventure for young explorers. Views across Weymouth harbour and Portland provide spectacular photo opportunities.
Interactive elements and hands-on activities bring military history to life. The combination of outdoor fortifications and indoor exhibitions suits various weather conditions. Special events throughout the year add extra interest.
Located overlooking Weymouth harbour, the fort provides engaging heritage experiences. Families looking for forts in Dorset or things to do with kids in the South West will find Nothe Fort delivers exciting exploration of Victorian military heritage with stunning coastal views.
Good for: older children, teenagers, young children
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Facilities
- Cafe
- Accessible Parking
- Accessible Entrance
Prices
Common questions
What is Nothe Fort?
Nothe Fort is a Victorian coastal defence fort overlooking Weymouth harbour in Dorset. Families can explore atmospheric gun emplacements, underground passages, and displays about coastal defence through the ages.
What can children do at Nothe Fort?
Children can explore the maze of passages and rooms creating adventure, discover military history through interactive elements and hands-on activities, and enjoy spectacular views across Weymouth harbour and Portland.
Is Nothe Fort suitable for young children?
Yes, Nothe Fort welcomes young children, older children, and teenagers. The atmospheric Victorian fort with its tunnels and rooms creates exciting exploration for young adventurers.
Does Nothe Fort have a cafe?
Yes, there is a cafe on site where you can grab refreshments during your visit. The combination of outdoor fortifications and indoor exhibitions means the venue suits various weather conditions.
Does Nothe Fort have accessible facilities?
There is accessible parking and an accessible entrance. However, some areas of the historic fort may have limitations due to the Victorian structure and underground passages.
What families say
6374 reviews