WWII Recruits Day

An image of a young man dressed as a WW2 soldier using radio equipment. All around him are authentic looking props. He is standing inside one of the Fort's WW2 education rooms.

WWII Recruits Day

Name: WWII Recruits Day
Start: 2025-10-11
End: 2025-10-11

Saturday 11th October

10:30am – 4:00pm

Come along to an interactive recruitment experience with Living History Reconnaissance Corp!

You’ve travelled back in time to World War II – and your Country needs You!

See what new recruits would have faced before going off to war:

Learn about the life of a newly enlisted soldier in WWII
Discover how to pass a soldier’s medical test
Get a close look at the soldier’s kit
Learn the basics of Drill marching
WWII themed activities – and more!

This is a drop-in event running all day. No need to book!

An old WW2 recruitment poster showing a line of soldiers with a gap in the line. There is text at the top and bottom of the image that reads "There is still a place in the line for YOU - will you fill it?"

Admission Information

This event is included in the price of admission and is FREE with an Annual Pass.
What3Words Location for Nothe Fort: dogs.claim.nest
Parking: parking is available outside the fort at Nothe Car Park (What3Words: mixed.stuck.serve)
Seating Provided: – This is not a seated performance, but there are seats all around the Fort if required while on site.
Food and Drink: The Fort View Café will be open.
Dogs: We are a dog-friendly museum. We ask that all dogs remain on short leads at all times. Please expect to see dogs in the Fort during your visit.
Wheelchair User Access: Nothe Fort is wheelchair accessible and has a lift. If you have any access requirements before your visit, please contact Nothe Fort ahead of your visit (01305 766626).

Date

Oct 11 2025

Time

10:30 am - 4:00 pm

WWII Recruits Day

WWII Recruits Day

Saturday 11th October

10:30am – 4:00pm

Come along to an interactive recruitment experience with Living History Reconnaissance Corp!

You’ve travelled back in time to World War II – and your Country needs You!

Admission Information

This event is included in the price of admission and is FREE with an Annual Pass.

What3Words Location for Nothe Fort: dogs.claim.nest

Parking: parking is available outside the fort at Nothe Car Park (What3Words: mixed.stuck.serve)

Seating Provided: – This is not a seated performance, but there are seats all around the Fort if required while on site.

Food and Drink: The Fort View Café will be open.

Dogs: We are a dog-friendly museum. We ask that all dogs remain on short leads at all times. Please expect to see dogs in the Fort during your visit.

Wheelchair User Access: Nothe Fort is wheelchair accessible and has a lift. If you have any access requirements before your visit, please contact Nothe Fort ahead of your visit (01305 766626).

Date

Time

WWII Recruits Day

WWII Recruits Day

Saturday 11th October

10:30am – 4:00pm

Come along to an interactive recruitment experience with Living History Reconnaissance Corp!

You’ve travelled back in time to World War II – and your Country needs You!

Admission Information

This event is included in the price of admission and is FREE with an Annual Pass.

What3Words Location for Nothe Fort: dogs.claim.nest

Parking: parking is available outside the fort at Nothe Car Park (What3Words: mixed.stuck.serve)

Seating Provided: – This is not a seated performance, but there are seats all around the Fort if required while on site.

Food and Drink: The Fort View Café will be open.

Dogs: We are a dog-friendly museum. We ask that all dogs remain on short leads at all times. Please expect to see dogs in the Fort during your visit.

Wheelchair User Access: Nothe Fort is wheelchair accessible and has a lift. If you have any access requirements before your visit, please contact Nothe Fort ahead of your visit (01305 766626).

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