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Nothe Fort

Weymouth, United Kingdom•4.7(4.4k)•Castle, Heritage Site, Museum

Explore Weymouth's multi-award-winning Victorian sea fort featuring underground tunnels, WW2 gun positions, a secret nuclear bunker, and stunning Jurassic Coast views.

Nothe Fort is a historic Victorian sea fort located on Weymouth's Jurassic Coast, offering visitors a comprehensive museum and attraction experience. The fort features a fascinating maze of underground tunnels, a Victorian Gun Deck, WW2 artillery positions on the Ramparts, and a secret Cold War nuclear bunker that can be explored. Visitors can enjoy 360-degree views of Dorset's Jurassic Coast from the fort's elevated position, making it ideal for families seeking both educational and scenic experiences. The venue provides fun trails designed to keep children engaged while discovering the fort's rich military heritage spanning from Victorian times through World War II to the Cold War era. The fort caters specifically to families with a multi-award-winning visitor experience, friendly volunteers on hand to guide tours, and plenty of outdoor space for picnicking. The on-site Fort View Café serves reasonably priced homemade light lunches and cakes. Throughout the year, Nothe Fort hosts a schedule of fun and educational events, specialist community gatherings, open-air theatre performances, and concerts, making it suitable for all ages and visit types.
OFFICIAL WEBSITE

Opening Hours

Monday: 10:00 – 16:00
Tuesday: 10:00 – 16:00
Wednesday: 10:00 – 16:00
Thursday: 10:00 – 16:00
Friday: 10:00 – 16:00
Saturday: 10:00 – 16:00
Sunday: 10:00 – 16:00

Venue Details

Venue Type

Indoor & Outdoor

Typical visit duration

All day

Booking

Walk-in

What this place offers

ToiletsToilets
Public transportPublic transport nearby
Accessible toilets
Free WiFi
Baby changingBaby changing facilities
Food available
On-site parking
🐕Dog-friendly
Parking nearby
Pushchair friendlyPushchair friendly

☕ Food & Drink

Fort View Café

On-site café offering reasonably priced homemade light lunches and cakes

Hours: 10.30am – 3.30pm

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4.7(4.4k reviews)
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Justine Swain

Justine Swain

a month ago

Great place to look round. A lot of thought put into the exhibits. Is all accessible with lift and ramps. Plenty of parking close by. Cafe serving drinks and freshly prepared hot and cold food. Surrounded by beautiful gardens/parkland. Dog friendly! Allow 2-3 hours.

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Matt Longville

Matt Longville

a month ago

No visit to Weymouth is complete without heading up to the Nothe Fort. Been going to Weymouth for the past 20 years and every time I look forward to heading back to the Fort. The Fort offers an annual pass for the price of one visit which we paid £11 which is great value especially if you're there for a week. It's a great place to find out about the history of Weymouth and Portland which is very interesting. So much to see over 3 levels including, the ghost tunnels and the nuclear bunker. Highly recommend this amazing place to all. Staff and volunteers are very friendly and helpful.

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Pete Tucker

Pete Tucker

2 months ago

Brilliant that this historic site has been saved and is an informative day out. Dog friendly. Pirate week when we visited. Really cool temperature inside the buildings despite being hot outside. Entry tickets valid for a year. Would recommend

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Melanie Foster

Melanie Foster

3 months ago

We had an amazing couple of hours at Nothe Fort. It was so interesting and my son and I loved exploring all the different levels and experiencing the views. It was so interesting and great that there was a variety of rooms with photos, videos, replicas and so much more. There was so much to see and learn and it was just fascinating. There were also Easter activities and games for the kids which was great! Would definitely recommend visiting if you are in the area. Parking was really easy and there is also a lift to get to the different levels if you are less mobile so you wouldn’t miss a thing! I am so glad that we visited. The staff were also so lovely and so helpful. There was also a cafe, a gift shop and toilets.

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Louise

Louise

4 months ago

Interesting historical site with artillery exhibits, educational displays and nuclear bunker. There was also a personal treasure exhibit on our visit. It’s dog friendly and pushchair friendly. We went on Mother’s Day and they did a very reasonably priced, generously portioned and delicious Mother’s Day afternoon tea board (I’d eaten most of it before taking the photo). You get an annual pass with your ticket by default. I’d give it 6 stars if I could!

Reviews last updated: 29 September 2026

Events at Nothe Fort

No upcoming events scheduled

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This venue was last updated on 29 September 2026

Frequently asked questions about Nothe Fort

Is Nothe Fort free to visit?

Nothe Fort is a paid attraction — see the official website for current ticket prices.

Is Nothe Fort dog-friendly?

Dogs are not permitted at Nothe Fort.

Is there parking at Nothe Fort?

Nothe Fort doesn't have on-site parking, but parking is available nearby.

Is there food at Nothe Fort?

Yes — Fort View Café is on site at Nothe Fort. On-site café offering reasonably priced homemade light lunches and cakes

Is Nothe Fort pushchair-friendly?

Yes, Nothe Fort is pushchair, pram and buggy friendly — most areas are step-free so you can navigate easily with little ones in tow.

How long should we plan to spend at Nothe Fort?

Nothe Fort is a full-day experience — plan accordingly.

How do I get to Nothe Fort by public transport?

Nothe Fort is well-served by public transport.

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