Royal Armouries Museum – Fort Nelson 2026

Overlooking Portsmouth Harbour, this restored Victorian fortress is packed with artillery from across the world. Highlights include a 15th century Turkish bombard cannon, a gigantic 200 tonne railway howitzer, and the infamous ‘Big Babylon’ Iraqi supergun.

Contacts

Address: Portsdown Hill Road Fareham Hampshire PO17 6AN

  • Telephone: 01329 233 734
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  • Website: View website

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Open Days & Times

Tue-Sun 1000-1700. Daily in school hols. Visit website or facebook for more details and advance booking.

Travel

  • By Rail: Portchester / 1.5 miles

Facilities

  • Parking
  • Refreshments
  • Souvenir Shop
  • Part disabled access

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Explore 19 acres of ramparts, outer fortifications, secret underground tunnels, and ammunition bunkers at this fully restored Victorian fort.

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