Reigate Fort 2025
Built on top of Reigate Hill in 1898 as part of the London Defence Scheme, a 72-mile chain of defence that stretched from the North Downs to Essex. It was designed to protect the capital while a huge ship-building programme was initiated by the government. The fort held vital tools and ammunition to supply soldiers and artillery at short notice. If a French invasion materialised, trenches could be quickly dug to form the last line of defence for London.
Contacts
Operator: National Trust
Address: Reigate Hill Wray Lane Reigate Surrey RH2 0HX
- Telephone: 01342 843 225
- Email: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
- Website: View website
Open Days & Times
Access at all times. Visit website or facebook for more details.
Travel
- By Bus: 420, 460
- By Rail: Reigate / 1 mile
Facilities
- Parking
- Refreshments
- Part disabled access
Built towards the end of Queen Victoria’s reign as part of a key defence plan to counter the threat of French invasion. Today, you can visit the outside of the fort to soak up the atmosphere of this evocative place and learn the details of its military history.
By 1906, the British Admiralty was confident that its naval forces could safeguard against an invasion, particularly following the launch of the revolutionary battleship HMS Dreadnought.
