Living History & Re-enactment
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The Dorsetshire Regiment
Travel back in time to 1872, with Queen Victoria on the throne, and experience the sights and sounds of Victorian artillery life. Watch the Artillery in their striking uniforms as they perform authentic musketry and cannon firing drills.
Click here to see the calendar of Artillery Engagements at Nothe Fort
Firing demonstrations take place between 12pm and 3pm on the dates listed.
The Artillery also attend specialist events across the UK and can be hired for public or private events. Displays are tailored to suit your venue and requirements.
Image: The Nothe Fort Victorian Artillery Garrison, The Dorsetshire Regiment, firing on the Parade Ground.
Become a Nothe Fort Artillery Volunteer
Members of the Nothe Fort Artillery come from all walks of life, united by a shared interest in military history and living history performance. The group plays an active role in the local community and warmly welcomes new volunteers.
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. The group follows strict standards of safety, accuracy, and behaviour, just as their Victorian predecessors did, while ensuring the experience remains enjoyable and rewarding.
For more information, please contact:
nothefortartillery@hotmail.co.uk
nothefortartillery@hotmail.co.uk
Please note: there are some restrictions for younger volunteers regarding the activities they may take part in.
The WW2 Garrison Re‑enactors bring wartime history to life at Nothe Fort through immersive living history experiences.
The WW2 Garrison Living History Group represents the authentic duties carried out by the soldiers stationed at Nothe Fort during the Second World War. Visitors can learn about the daily life of a wartime garrison and see how soldiers lived and worked on site.
What you can experience:
Parade Ground Drills
Watch the Garrison practise marching drills on the Fort’s Parade Ground.
Watch the Garrison practise marching drills on the Fort’s Parade Ground.
Guard Duty
Look out for soldiers stationed around the Fort – a perfect opportunity for photos.
Look out for soldiers stationed around the Fort – a perfect opportunity for photos.
Coastal Watch Patrols
Join patrols around the Ramparts, weather permitting, and learn how the coastline was monitored.
Join patrols around the Ramparts, weather permitting, and learn how the coastline was monitored.
Soldier Recruitment School
Discover how soldiers enlisted during the Second World War and try on some kit.
Discover how soldiers enlisted during the Second World War and try on some kit.
Anti‑Aircraft Gun Drills
See how soldiers would have responded to enemy aircraft during wartime.
See how soldiers would have responded to enemy aircraft during wartime.
Image: The WW2 Garrison running marching drills with children on the Parade Ground.
WW2 Garrison Dates and Timings
There are no set times for this experience. The re‑enactors move around the Fort throughout the day, interacting with visitors and responding to questions, making each visit unique.
This living history experience is delivered in collaboration with local re‑enactors from the Blighty to Berlin Living History Group, whose passion and knowledge help bring the era to life in a meaningful and engaging way.
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Opening Times
28th March – 1st November 2026
Open daily 10.00am – 4.00pm
Fort View Cafe is open 10.30am – 3.30pm
2nd November 2026 – 13 February 2027
Closed for maintenance work.
Admission Prices
Adult £11.00
Concession * £9.50
Child 5-16 £4.50
Under 5 Free
Family 2+2 £26.50
Small Family 1+2 £15.50
* Concession apply to over 65s, to service personnel, veterans, and students.
Find Us
Barrack Road
Weymouth
Dorset
DT4 8UF
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