The Needles Old Battery
Alum Bay, Isle of Wight · ★ 4.5 · 3,058 visitor reviews
Alum Bay, PO39 0JD
About
The Old Battery has a fascinating military history which is brought to life in a child-friendly way using cartoon displays by Geoff Campion, leading comic book artist of the 1950s. Children can enjoy using the trails and free discovery packs that will help them explore the tunnels and learn about the Battery's history and connections to the Second World War.
Good for: older children, teenagers, young children
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Facilities
- Baby Changing
- Cafe
- Accessible Parking
- Accessible Entrance
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Common questions
What is The Needles Old Battery?
A fascinating military history site brought to life with child-friendly displays, tunnels, and WWII connections on the Isle of Wight.
Is The Needles Old Battery suitable for young children?
Yes, the attraction welcomes young children, older kids, and teenagers with trails, discovery packs, and tunnel exploration.
Does The Needles Old Battery have facilities?
Yes, there is accessible parking, a café, baby changing, and accessible entrance.
What can families do at The Needles Old Battery?
Explore military tunnels, follow trails, use free discovery packs, and learn about the Battery's wartime history.
Where is The Needles Old Battery?
At Alum Bay on the Isle of Wight - a National Trust property with cartoon displays making history accessible for children.
What families say
3058 reviews