Weymouth's Historic Sea Fort on the Jurassic Coast

Nothe Fort is proud to be Weymouth’s Multi Award-Winning Museum & Visitor Attraction.

There is so much to do at the Fort! You can explore the maze of underground tunnels; visit our Victorian Gun Deck; sit on our impressive WW2 gun high up on our Ramparts; discover our secret underground Nuclear Bunker or simply enjoy our stunning 360 degree views of Dorset’s Jurassic Coast.

We pride ourselves on our top quality visitor experience with friendly volunteers on hand to help, and fun trails to keep the children busy.

We recommend that you visit our fantastic cafe and enjoy our reasonably priced home made light lunches and cakes.

We run a schedule of fun and educational events throughout the year, as well as hosting specialist community events, open air theatre and concerts.

Happy New Year from Nothe Fort Team

2026 Re-opening –  Nothe Fort will open 14th February 10am – 4pm

See our list of upcoming events here.

“We loved it. Fabulous exhibits and memorabilia. We liked the ghost passage and nuclear bunker. Plenty of space for a picnic outside. The staff were great. Very helpful in guiding us to the best place to start the tour.

Well worth the visit. We’ll come again.”

July, 2025

Nothe Fort Photo Gallery

An aerial photo of Nothe Fort, with a clear blue sky above and the sea beyond contrasting with the bright green verges of the D shaped Fort.
Drone Photo by Eon Matthews 2025, an aerial photo taken from the flat wall side of the D-shaped Fort. The curved walls of the Fort's parade ground can be seen. In the distance is Weymouth Bay. Lining the walls of the Fort are the 200+ silhouette figures that make up the Standing With Giants Falklands Tribute.
A photo of the entrance tunnel to the Fort, taken outside on a bright sunny day. There is a green verge running either sides of the entrance tunnel arch, with a leafy green tree to left of the tunnel. The portcullis has red white and blue bunting decorating it, and there are two information boards outside the Fort as well as a decorative Sea Mine.
A panoramic view of the Fort taken from the ramparts. In the photo are the anti air craft guns, and you can see the curved walls of the Fort. In the distance is the sea and the Isle of Portland.
A photo of the 2025 summer silent disco. A large crowd dances in the dark while the white lights of the circular Fort's walls illuminate the parade ground.
An outdoor evening theatre performance in the fort. The evening sky is a pretty pink and purple sunset. Many people are seated in front of the stage.
A photo of Fossil Fest weekend and performances of Emerald Ant's Iguanodon Restaurant which involves a large green iguanodon set piece.
Photo credit: Alan Setchell LRPS A photo of the Standing With Giants exhibition that came in November 2025. The art installation involved 250+ black silhouette cut outs displayed around the Fort's ramparts and parade ground.
A photo of several painted clay mice sitting on the walls of the Fort. The anti-aircraft guns are blurred in the background.
An aerial photo of Nothe Fort, with a clear blue sky above and the sea and Weymouth town beyond contrasting with the bright green verges of the D shaped Fort.
An aerial photo of Nothe Fort, with a clear blue sky above and the sea beyond contrasting with the bright green verges of the D shaped Fort.
An aerial photo of Nothe Fort, with a clear blue sky above and the sea beyond contrasting with the bright green verges of the D shaped Fort.

What's On at Nothe Fort

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Opening Times

15th December 2025 – 13th February 2026 –  we are CLOSED for essential maintenance work.

14th – 22nd February 2026 – we are open daily 10.00am – 4.00pm for half term holiday activities.

28th February – 29th March 2026- open weekends only 10:00am – 4:00pm

30th March – 1st November 2026 we are open daily, 10.00am – 4.00pm

Admission Prices

Adult £10.50
Concession * £8.95
Child 5-16 £4.50
Under 5 Free
Family 2+2 £25.50
Small Family 1+2 £15.00

Find Us

Barrack Road
Weymouth
Dorset
DT4 8UF

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