Free Entry
Open 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month April - October, 11am to 3pm
Address:
Gunners Way, Elson, Gosport, Hampshire, PO12 4DS
One of a number of forts built in the 1850s and 1860s to protect Portsmouth and its vital harbour against a French invasion. Largely unaltered, the keep, the parade ground, gun ramps, moated keep, washrooms and armoury can all be viewed.
Fort Brockhurst is open 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month April - October 11am-3pm
Bring a picnic and enjoy a day at the fort exploring
£2 parking charge applies to all non EH members
Before You Go
Opening times: Fort Brockhurst is open from 11am to 3pm on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month between April and October.
Parking: The car park is 60 metres from the Fort entrance and access from the car park to the Fort entrance is level and accessible. A £2 parking charge for non-members is payable by text. Parking is free for Members with a valid English Heritage car sticker on display. If you would prefer to pay in advance of your visit, please visit our parking payment service website.
Access: Disabled access is only possible to the grounds and ground floor.
Dogs: Dogs on leads are welcome
Drone flying: Please see our Drone guidance
Plan a Great Day Out
Continue your day with a visit to nearby Portchester Castle, for views across the Solent and a chance to browse the gift shop. Head into Portsmouth to visit the ornamental King James's and Landport Gates and the 13th century Royal Garrison Church, which was partially destroyed by bombing in 1941.
WHATS ON 2025
Saturday 12th April 11am-3pm
First open day of the season. Explore the fort, hear about the history of this fascinating site and see the Fort Cumberland Guard display. Last entry 30 minutes before closing.
FREE ENTRY
Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th April 11am – 4pm
St Georges Day Activities
For the first time ever, we will be joined by St George and his knights for training to battle the dragon! With lots of displays and a tilt yard, Fort Brockhurst will become a medieval fort for one weekend only. Story telling and craft activities as well as displays and a chance to meet the knights for a photo
Last entry 30 minutes before closing.
FREE ENTRY
Saturday 10th May, 14th June, 12th July, 9th August, 11th October 11am-3pm
Join us on our open day. Explore the fort, hear about the history of this fascinating site and see the Fort Cumberland Guard display. Last entry 30 minutes before closing.
FREE ENTRY
Saturday 24th May, 28th June, 23rd August, 27th September 11am-3pm
Join us for our open day, explore the fort, bring a picnic and hear about the history of this fascinating site. Last entry 30 minutes before closing.
FREE ENTRY
Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th July
Victorian Military Manoeuvres
Saturday 13th September
Heritage Open Days Festival
Saturday 25th October
Open day with Halloween activities