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Landguard Fort

Landguard Fort
Aerial photograph of Landguard Fort. (c)
Landguard Fort - Aerial photograph of Landguard Fort. (c) Landguard Fort - View from the north west of the entrance facade of the building. (c)

The site of the last opposed invasion of England in 1667 and the first land battle of the Royal Marines. The current fort was built in the 18th century, and modified in the 19th century with substantial additional 19th/20th-century outside batteries.

Guided tours and audio tours of the fort are supplemented by a DVD presentation of the site's history, and by guided tours of the outside batteries. A new guidebook tells the fascinating history of the Fort.

The nearby submarine mining building houses Felixstowe Museum's Collections of local interest.

What are the opening times?

DatesOpening TimesOpening Days
21 Mar - 31 May 10am-5pm Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun.
1 Jun-30 Sep 10am-6pm Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun.
1 Oct - 2 Nov 10am-5pm Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun.
     
Details:
Free entry for children under 5 and wheelchair users

How much does it cost?

Adult:
£3.50
Children:
£1.00
Concession:
£2.50
English Heritage Members:
Other:
Free entry for children under 5 and wheelchair users.
Details:
Please call the fort on 07749 695 523 or email operations@landguard.com for details and charges for special events and guided tours. Please note that everyone, including English Heritage members, will be asked to pay for entry when an event is in progress. No unaccompanied under 16's. (Managed by the Landguard Fort Trust.)

How do I get there?

Address:
Suffolk - IP11 3TX
Road Access:
1 mile S of Felixstowe town centre - follow signs to LandguardPoint
Train Access:
Felixstowe 2 1⁄2 miles
Bus Access:
First 75-7 Ipswich - Felixstowe Dock to within 3⁄4 mile ofsite
Map Location:

What facilities are available?

Facilities Available:
Parking Museum Guidebooks Dogs allowed on leads Audio tours (included in admission price) Shop Hazardous

Further Info

Managed By: Landguard Fort Trust.
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