£12
- Tour
East Tunnel Tours
14 November 2026 and 16 January 2027, 10:30am, 12:30pm and 2:00pm
Heritage Open Days 2026
Book a Tour
Join our curators for a special behind the scenes tour of the West Tunnel, an area not normally open to the public. These free tours are part of the national Heritage Open Days festival.
Tunnel Tour
Explore the West Tunnel on a guided tour.
- Duration: 45 minutes
- Capacity: 12 people per tour
- Recommended for ages 12+
- Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Tour times: 11am | 12pm | 2pm | 3pm | 4pm
Accessibility: The West Tunnel is partially accessible. Some sections of the floor at the end of the tunnel have not been restored and the surface is uneven. Wheelchair users will still be able to participate on this tour. They will need to stop at the end before the floor drops down, but will still be able to hear the tour guide and view the area at the end of the tunnel.
Please note - as a Scheduled Ancient Monument, there are some physical aspects of Fort Nelson that cannot be altered, such as the steps of varying widths and heights, and changes of surface from paving stones to gravel and grass. However, we have an installed lift and ramps to provide access to most parts of the site.
Please wear suitable footwear and clothing.
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Tickets are free but tours must be booked in advance.
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As a charity, your donations help us bring history to life for generations to come through our historic collection, exciting events and immersive exhibitions. Suggested donation £2.50. The amount can be changed or removed if you wish on the booking page.
