July 2nd, 2024.



Newhaven Fort has unveiled a calendar of events for its re-opening in 2025, following the ongoing £7.5 million restoration.

Visitors can enjoy a variety of events taking place at the Fort from March 2025 onwards, including workshops, tours, exhibitions, and talks.

Lindsay Lawrence, general manager at Newhaven Fort, shared her excitement about the reopening: “The restoration is going to transform Newhaven Fort, providing greater access to improved spaces all year round for activities, events and workshops which are perfect for all the family.

“We're committed to ensuring Newhaven Fort offers something for everyone, extending beyond its historical and wartime themes.

“We cannot wait to welcome the public back and showcase all the incredible work that’s been going on.”

Newhaven Fort will be reopening to the public from February 2025. With a packed schedule of events and activities, visitors will be able to explore the history and enjoy family-friendly fun at this beautifully restored heritage site.


Events at Newhaven Fort in 2025 include:
Wedding Showcase (23 March)
Mother’s Day Craft Workshop (29 March)
Exploring Art through Nature Workshop (6 April)
Sublime Science Shows (13 April)
Historic Falconry at the Fort – WWII theme (11 May)
Past ‘n’ Curious Car Show (18 May)
Introduction to Felt Making for Adults Workshop (19 June)
WWII Event (21st – 22nd June)
Past ‘n’ Curious Car Show (20 July)
Reptylers Shows (01 August)
Science Workshops (15 August)
Evening Talk – The Suffragettes and the Suffragists – Votes for Women (07 September)
Evening Talk – The South at Work (12 September)
Eric Ravilious at the Fort Art Workshop (20 September)
Evening Talk – Witches, Warlocks, and Wellingtons (27 September)
Haunted Halloween Tunnels Event (20 October – 1 November)
Christmas Felt Making Workshop (06 December)
Storytime with Scrooge (13 December)
Victoria Murder Mystery Night (13 December)


During the restoration, Newhaven Fort has enhanced accessibility by offering two new free mobility scooters for visitors. Improvements also include a second disabled toilet, a new family toilet, a ramped area outside the gift shop, better accessibility in exhibitions, and accessible playground equipment for younger visitors.


Visit www.newhavenfort.org.uk for more information.