Fort Nelson, Exclusive Hire
Fareham, Portsmouth, PO17 6AN -
Up to
80 guests
Offers
catering
Internal Catering
allowed
Fort Nelson is an restored Victorian fort overlooking Portsmouth Harbour, we are uniquely scenic with incredible views, history and military links. Our staff are friendly and helpful who would love to help you organise your events.
Forte Nelson is deal for:
- Weddings
- Parties
- Corporate events
- Unique event destination
We offer inhouse catering that provide excellent food that can cater to all tastes! Please enquiry for more information.
Fort Nelson is one of six Victorian Palmerston forts, strategically positioned along Portsdown Hill. It is set in over 19 acres overlooking the picturesque Solent and Meon Valley.
The restored Victorian fort, world-class museum collections and scenic position combine to make Fort Nelson a distinctive venue with atmospheric rooms, private courtyards, panoramic views and unique photo locations. Whatever the occasion, from, weddings, parties, to corporate events and team building activities, the Fort offers a range of adaptable rooms and facilities for a variety of events.
For Wedding enquiries, our prices start from £800 for the ceremony, for up to 60 guests. For our Corporate clients, our DDR package is priced at £40 per person.
Capacity & layout
Standing
up to 80
Dining
up to 60
Theatre
up to 80
Boardroom
up to 20
Cabaret
up to 60
Pricing
& opening hours
Weekly schedule
monday
Closed
tuesday
10:00 - 17:00
wednesday
10:00 - 17:00
thursday
10:00 - 17:00
friday
10:00 - 17:00
saturday
10:00 - 17:00
sunday
10:00 - 17:00
Price type:
- –
from £800 per day
from £800 per day
from £800 per day
from £800 per day
from £800 per day
from £800 per day
Catering & drinks
Catering arrangements
Catering facilities
Refreshments
Alcohol
Amenities
Cloakroom
Heating
Lectern
Outdoor / Garden / Beach
Table / chairs included
Tea
Whiteboards
Premises parking
Space rules
Allowed events
Wedding ceremony licence
Promoted/ticketed events
Licensed for alcohol
Cancellation policy
We require a deposit which is non refundable on conformation of booking. Corporate 10% deposit. Weddings 25% deposit
Location
Reviews
p3rkm4n
August 2024What a fascinating place to get lost for hours in informative displays, recreations of barracks life and underground tunnels. With a well stocked cafe selling delicious food and gift shop for mementos to mark your visit, you can make a day of it, and the most amazing thing is it is completely free to visit! If military history is your thing, don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to journey through this part of Portsmouth’s heritage. I couldn’t help be both fascinated by what I was learning and saddened by man’s ingenuity in creating new and more brutal ways to maim each other but it’s a credit to the team that have put it together for visitors of all ages.
Bryan Dunleavy
August 2024This is a great "free to enter"museum and is well worth a visit. A very enjoyable and informative time was had. As it was free to enter, we purchased a reasonably priced brochure and enjoyed a coffee and light bite. Car parking was £3 only for the day. Lots of interesting exhibits. Although not used by us, there was a children's play area that seemed to amuse the kids. Lots of walking and space for kids to get well tired out.
Michael Lees
August 2024Not what it seems.....this place far exceeded my expectations! With modern visitor facilities and superb exhibitions and free entry, this place is incredible. There is a very large collection of armaments in excellent condition to discover from a wide time range, all accompanied with informative plaques. There's plenty for both adults and children alike, ranging from interactive displays to a mini assault course. A great half day out.
N Pope
September 2024What a great place to visit and spend a few hours just wandering around .There are good displays, and everything has good information. It's a very interesting place to visit ,we just liked everything about the place, and the tunnels were a great place to cool down! The graffiti on the walls ,don't miss this. I'm glad it's been protected . The staff were friendly and the place overall very clean .The museum is free. You just pay a small amount for the car park.
Chris Lowes
September 2024A good day out. I was not sure what to expect with this place as found it on Google maps and chose to go as a short notice decision. Firstly, free entry is brilliant, only have to pay for parking and a guide book (optional). There is not a tremendous amount of stuff here, but it was still a decent day out. Assault course for the kids which was fun, lots of cannons / large guns on display ranging in age from really old to more modern. And was very interesting seeing how the fort was used throughout history from it's construction to WW2. It's not the best place in the world, but was still fun for the kids so recommend. Staff all very friendly and welcoming, and the cafe has a decent selection of food for lunch.
