Travel back in time to 1872 with Queen Victoria on the throne, as you witness the Artillery in their splendid uniforms and displays including musketry and cannon firing drills.

The Nothe Fort Artillery usually attend the Fort on every 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month.

Firing demonstrations will take place between 12pm and 3pm on the following dates:

• Sunday 8th June 2025
• Sunday 13th July 2025
• Sunday 10th August 2025
• Sunday 14th September 2025
• Sunday 12th October 2025
• NO FIRING NOVEMBER – Standing With Giants outdoor art installation
• Saturday 6th December 2025 (Steampunk Yuletide weekend)
• Sunday 14th December 2025

2026 dates to be confirmed.

The Artillery  also attend as well as specialist events across the UK. The group can also be hired to attend special events, public and private, and will design their display based on your requirements.

Members of the Nothe Fort Artillery come from all walks of life, sharing a common enthusiasm and interest in Military History. They are very much involved in the local community and would like to invite you to join the team.

There are no age limits to becoming a Nothe Fort Artillery Volunteer. Uniforms and muskets are provided after an initial training period and safety assessment* – adhering to a similar strict attention to detail and standards of behaviour as their Victorian predecessors – but great fun!

For more details, contact nothefortartillery@hotmail.co.uk

Please note there are some restrictions for younger volunteers, in terms of the activities they will be permitted to do.