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Historical Landmark

Nothe Fort

Barrack Road

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Photo: Nothe Fort

About Nothe Fort

Step back in time at this historic Weymouth fortress where families can explore military history and watch thrilling live cannon demonstrations from The Fort Artillery team.

What's nearby

  • Stone Pier Cafe next door
  • Nothe Gardens next door
  • Weymouth Stone Pier next door
  • Nothe Tavern 400m away
  • Weymouth Sea and Royal Marines Cadets Unit 500m away

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

Good to know

Parking

  • ✓Paid car park
  • ✓Paid street

Accessibility

  • ✓Accessible parking
  • ✓Accessible entrance
  • ✓Accessible toilet
  • ✓Accessible seating

Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.

Photos

Photos via Google

Opening hours

Monday
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.

What visitors say

Justine Swain

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.

· via Google

Matt Longville

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.

· via Google

Pete Tucker

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

· via Google

Bam Bone

We love Nothe Fort! Being local, the annual pass is fantastic value, allowing us to visit 3+ times a month. The staff are always welcoming and helpful, and the cafe offers a great, affordable spot to relax. We are so lucky to have this brilliant place nearby—it’s a huge hit with my son!

· via Google

See all reviews on Google →

Visitors say this fort offers extensive historical exhibits, including a nuclear bunker and tunnels, along with stunning views of the coast. They also highlight the excellent value, as tickets include an annual pass, and appreciate the friendly, knowledgeable staff. The cafe is frequently mentioned for its good food and reasonable prices, and the fort is noted for being dog-friendly and accessible with lifts and ramps.

Summary via Google

At a glance

Address
Barrack Road, Weymouth, DT4 8UF Get directions
Category
Sightseeing & Attractions
Guest rating
4.7 / 5 (4,439 reviews)
Suitable for
Ages 4+
Setting
Indoor & outdoor
Good for children
Yes
Destination
Weymouth